Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Green chiretta (Andrographis paniculata) has been used in traditional medicine systems, especially in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, for liver-related ailments, including jaundice. The herb is believed to possess "hepatoprotective" properties, which means it may help protect the liver from damage and support liver function. Practitioners have historically recommended it for conditions characterized by liver dysfunction or "excess heat," such as jaundice in adults. The bitter principles in green chiretta, particularly andrographolide, are thought to help stimulate bile flow and support detoxification processes in the liver according to traditional understandings. However, while there is some preclinical scientific evidence that Andrographis paniculata can exert hepatoprotective effects in animal models—such as reducing chemically induced liver damage—robust human clinical evidence for its efficacy in treating jaundice specifically is lacking. Most scientific studies focus on general liver protection, not jaundice as a symptom or diagnosis. The use for jaundice is therefore justified primarily by tradition, with modest support from laboratory studies but not from large clinical trials. In summary, green chiretta’s use for jaundice is rooted in traditional medicine, with limited supporting evidence from scientific studies in animals and no strong validation from human trials. Its use should therefore be approached with caution, and under the guidance of a qualified health professional.

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