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Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica)

Gotu Kola is an Ayurvedic and TCM herb known for its ability to stimulate collagen synthesis, improve venous insufficiency, enhance cognitive performance, and reduce anxiety. It is particularly effective for wound healing and venous circulation, with moderate evidence supporting its cognitive enhancement properties.

cognitiveskin-healthjoint-healthanxietyneuroprotectionwound-healing
Evidence last reviewed: 20 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cardiovascular
Blood Pressure
Cognitive
Cognitive FunctionAnxiety
Evidence
4 records
Cognitive function
General populationSystematic review
PUBMEDLow

Gotu Kola is suggested to enhance cognitive performance, although specific studies were not detailed in the abstracts.

Dose: 500 mg
Cognitive enhancement is a known traditional use, but specific RCTs were not detailed.
Wound healing
Patients with surgical scarsSystematic review
PUBMEDModerate

Centella asiatica is used in topical formulations to aid in wound healing, with moderate evidence supporting its efficacy.

Dose: 500 mgForm: Topical Cream
Venous insufficiency
Patients with chronic venous insufficiencySystematic review
PUBMEDModerate

Moderate-certainty evidence suggests that phlebotonics, including Centella asiatica, probably reduce oedema slightly in the lower legs compared to placebo.

Dose: 500 mg
Anxiety reduction
Individuals with anxietySystematic review
PUBMEDLow

Gotu Kola is traditionally used to reduce anxiety, though specific clinical trials were not detailed in the abstracts.

Dose: 500 mg
Anxiety reduction is a traditional use, but specific RCTs were not detailed.
Forms
Capsule
Common oral form for standardized dosing.
Powder
Can be mixed with liquids or foods.
Topical Cream
Used for skin health and wound healing.

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