MediHerb Gotu Kola 1:1 500ml

MediHerb Gotu Kola 1:1 is a concentrated single-herb liquid extract prepared from the leaf of Centella asiatica.

Traditionally used in herbal medicine to support healthy skin tissue, normal connective tissue function, healthy capillaries and peripheral circulation, this practitioner preparation may be prescribed individually or incorporated into a professionally formulated herbal compound.

Key Benefits

• Traditionally used to support healthy skin tissue
• Supports normal connective tissue function
• Supports healthy capillaries and peripheral circulation
• May be included in practitioner-guided skin and connective tissue support protocols
• Traditionally used to support the body's adaptation to temporary stress
• Standardised single-herb liquid extract for individualised practitioner use

Product Information

Ingredients

Note: The numerical triterpene concentration should be confirmed against the current Australian product label before publication. Current online supplier information lists differing triterpene concentrations, so no numerical amount is stated here.

Dosage

Adults: Take 15–40 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Important: This is a weekly dosage range and should not be interpreted as 15–40 mL per day. Follow the current Australian product label or the dosage prescribed by your healthcare practitioner.

Directions

• Shake well before use.
• Measure the prescribed amount carefully.
• Dilute the oral dose in water or juice immediately before taking.
• Take only according to the current product label or your healthcare practitioner's directions.
• Do not exceed the recommended or professionally prescribed amount.

Practitioner Compounding

Where specifically prescribed, Gotu Kola liquid extract may be incorporated into a professionally formulated topical preparation. Any topical compounding directions should be followed only as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Do not apply the undiluted oral extract directly to open wounds, infected skin or damaged tissue.

Dietary Information

• No added gluten
• No added dairy
• Vegan-friendly
• Contains ethanol

Warnings

• For practitioner dispensing and professionally guided use.
• Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
• Do not use if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to Gotu Kola or any other ingredient in the preparation.
• Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only when specifically directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.
• Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you have liver disease, abnormal liver-function results or a previous reaction to Gotu Kola.
• Rare cases of clinically apparent liver injury have been associated with oral Centella asiatica. Stop use and seek medical advice if yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, persistent nausea, unusual fatigue or upper abdominal pain occurs.
• Do not restart Gotu Kola after suspected liver injury unless specifically advised by a medical professional.
• Gotu Kola may cause drowsiness in some people.
• Consult your healthcare practitioner before combining with sleeping medicines, sedatives, benzodiazepines, alcohol or other central nervous system depressants because increased sedation may occur.
• Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy, dizzy or less alert.
• Professional review is recommended if you take antiseizure medication.
• Discontinue use at least seven days before general anaesthesia unless otherwise directed by your healthcare professional.
• Keep out of reach of children.

When to Seek Medical Advice

Gotu Kola should not be used as a substitute for medical assessment of non-healing wounds, infected skin, unexplained or severe swelling, suspected blood clots, neurological symptoms or progressive memory changes.

Sudden one-sided leg swelling, redness, warmth or severe pain, particularly with chest pain or shortness of breath, requires urgent medical assessment.

Storage

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use. Follow any additional storage instructions printed on the current Australian product label.