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Andrographis (Senshin Ren) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Andrographis (Senshin Ren) (Andrographis paniculata), addressing fever, liver support, immune support.

supplementskampoBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

FeverLiver SupportImmune SupportFluGonorrheaChlamydia

Ingredients

  • Andrographis (Senshin Ren) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Andrographis (Senshin Ren) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Andrographis (Senshin Ren)

Full profile
  • Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response
  • Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Pregnancy

Avoid

Andrographis has a traditional reputation as an emmenagogue and some animal research has raised fertility-related concerns — generally avoided in pregnancy.

Breastfeeding

Use Caution

Limited formal safety data during breastfeeding; generally used cautiously.

Children

Use Caution

Sometimes used short-term for children's colds under guidance; not extensively studied in pediatric use.

Processed by the liver

Watch for: Any medication that is also processed by liver enzymes (ask your pharmacist — this includes many common prescriptions)

Can alter how quickly the body clears certain medications, raising or lowering their effective dose.

May affect immune activity

Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)

Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.