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Gotu Kola Topical / Poultice

A traditional salve preparation using Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica), addressing memory, wound healing, anxiety.

salvesayurvedaIntermediate⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored in a cool, dark placeDosage: 1–2× daily as needed

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

Benefits

MemoryWound HealingAnxietyCirculationADHDAutism Spectrum Disorder

Ingredients

  • Gotu Kola — As needed

Instructions

  1. Mash fresh Gotu Kola or mix the powder with a little water to form a paste.
  2. Apply to the affected area for 20–30 minutes.

Interactions & contraindications

Gotu Kola

Full profile
  • Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)
  • CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Gotu Kola in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Gotu Kola itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.

Pregnancy

Use Caution

This herb has blood-thinning (antiplatelet/anticoagulant) activity. These are generally used cautiously in pregnancy and are typically discontinued in the weeks before delivery due to bleeding risk — this is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.

Breastfeeding

Likely Safe

Blood-thinning herbs are generally considered lower-risk during breastfeeding than in late pregnancy, though caution is still reasonable, especially at concentrated doses.

Children

Use Caution

Blood-thinning herbs are generally used cautiously in children, particularly around any planned surgery or dental work.

Sedatives, liver-metabolized medications

Additive sedative effect; rare liver enzyme changes reported with prolonged use.