Gotu Kola
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Gotu Kola. Adaptogen used for cognitive support, anxiety, and wound healing.
How it works. Triterpenes (asiaticoside, madecassoside) support collagen synthesis and BDNF.
What the research supports. 2 graded claims. Strongest: Improves wound healing and scar quality (moderate).
How much to take. Typical dose: 500–1000 mg standardized.
Side effects and interactions. 1 medication interaction listed. No serious side effects listed at normal doses.
Stacking. Pairs well with Omega-3 (EPA/DHA), Alpha-GPC or CDP-choline, Collagen peptides.
Forms. 1 forms. Pick one to open its profile.
Key studies. 9 studies cited. The strongest are listed with links to PubMed.
Community. Experiences from people who have tried Gotu Kola. Anecdotes are not medical advice.
Gotu Kola. Adaptogen used for cognitive support, anxiety, and wound healing.
What it is
Adaptogen used for cognitive support, anxiety, and wound healing.
Also called
Food sources
Goals
How it works
Triterpenes (asiaticoside, madecassoside) support collagen synthesis and BDNF.
Pathways
- BDNF ↑
- Collagen synthesis
Effects
- +Wound healing supports
- ↓Anxiety decreases
What the research supports
Strong: consistent results across large trials or meta-analyses. Moderate: several trials, mostly positive. Limited: small or mixed studies. Preclinical: animal or cell research only.
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Side effects & interactions
Common side effects
- GI upset
Medication interactions
Theoretical caution.
Check any supplement–medication combination with your pharmacist before starting.
Combines with
Pairs well
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Membrane fluidity and neuronal signaling support.
- Alpha-GPC or CDP-cholineProvides choline substrate for acetylcholine synthesis.
- Collagen peptidesProvides amino acid substrate for connective tissue synthesis.
Forms
Key studies
9 studies cited in total.
Opens current human and preclinical literature matching Gotu Kola and "Improves wound healing and scar quality". Filter by RCT, meta-analysis, or year on the results page.
Opens current human and preclinical literature matching Gotu Kola and "Reduces anxiety". Filter by RCT, meta-analysis, or year on the results page.
Opens current human and preclinical literature matching Gotu Kola and "randomized controlled trial". Filter by RCT, meta-analysis, or year on the results page.
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