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Gotu Kola 375 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Maui Medicinal

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Gotu Kola 375 mg is a dietary supplement by Maui Medicinal with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for wound healing, varicose veins and poor circulation, anxiety and stress.Based on those ingredients, 579 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are dried Gotu Kola. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Gotu Kola 375 mg contains one active ingredient: dried Gotu Kola. The capsule itself is made from vegetable material.

Each dose delivers 375 mg of the herb in a simple, single-ingredient formula.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Gotu Kola's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Gotu Kola for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Burns — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Venous insufficiency — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for gotu kola is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for venous insufficiency (poor blood return from the legs) and burns.

For radiation dermatitis, cognitive function, and Alzheimer's disease, the data we have isn't strong enough to confirm it works — it's rated possibly ineffective for radiation dermatitis and possibly ineffective or insufficient for the others. If you're considering it for brain health or memory, don't rely on this supplement alone without talking to your doctor about what the evidence actually supports for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Gotu Kola

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Gotu kola is generally well tolerated over the short term, but quality evidence on long-term safety is limited. The main side effects when taken by mouth are gastric irritation and nausea — usually mild, in a small number of people.

Rare but serious liver injury has been reported; however, a 6-month trial at 120 mg daily showed no liver damage. There is a concern about liver toxicity in some patients, so if you have liver disease or take other drugs that affect your liver, check with your doctor before starting.

During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data — the supplement is traditionally avoided, and the facts advise caution. During breastfeeding, safety is unknown, so it's best avoided.

If you're pregnant or nursing and interested in gotu kola, talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Gotu Kola

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Gotu Kola.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 580 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you take CNS depressants (sedatives, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medications, or opioid pain relievers) — gotu kola may increase drowsiness. Also flag any medications known to stress your liver (hepatotoxic drugs).

These are the two drug types with documented interactions in our data.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Gotu Kola 375 mg may help with venous insufficiency or burns, though the evidence is modest. If you take sedatives, sleep aids, or medications that affect your liver, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist first — the interactions are real, though often mild.

It's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical guidance. Run your current medications through the checker on this page before you start.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 23, 2020.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Gotu Kola 375 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Maui Medicinal
Barcode (UPC) 673125711504
Net contents 60 Veg Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 23, 2020
DSLD ID 235706
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
673125711504
IngredientAmount% DV
dried Gotu Kola375 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Capsules

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

375 mg per cap

Gluten free GMO free

Vegan

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As herbal nutrient support take 1 capsules once daily, or as directed.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

General Statements

800.936.6532

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Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Dried Gotu Kola

Interacts with
579 drugs
375 mg per serving

Gotu kola is a traditional Ayurvedic and Asian herb that people use for wound healing, circulation, skin problems, and as a calming or memory-supporti...

Dried Gotu Kola monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Capsules. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal Drug Interactions

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579 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Gotu Kola 375 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

dried Gotu Kola2 drug types · 579 drugs

Cns Depressants

Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
In vitro research suggests that gotu kola may have sedative effects via binding of GABA receptors.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Hepatotoxic Drugs

Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
There are at least four case reports of hepatotoxicity associated with the use of gotu kola. However, more information is needed to determine if gotu kola was the causative factor in these cases.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Gotu Kola 375 mg, from the product label.

Maui Medicinal

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Name
Maui Medicinal Herbs
Street Address
32 Alaiki Place
City
Makawao
State
HI
ZipCode
96768
Phone Number
808.572.9331
Web Address
Mauimedicinal.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal: Common Questions

Does Gotu Kola 375 mg by Maui Medicinal interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Gotu Kola 375 mg has a known interaction with 579 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Gotu Kola 375 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is gotu kola safe to take if I have liver disease?
Gotu kola has been linked to liver injury in rare cases, though the evidence is incomplete. If you have liver disease or take other medications that affect your liver, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting — they can weigh the risks for your situation.
Can I take this while pregnant?
There isn't enough safety data during pregnancy, and the supplement is traditionally avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
What side effects might I experience?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common side effects are mild — gastric irritation and nausea when taken by mouth. Rare but serious liver injury has been reported, though a clinical trial at standard doses showed no liver problems.
Does gotu kola work for memory and brain health?
The evidence here isn't strong enough to confirm it works. For Alzheimer's disease and cognitive function, we don't have reliable data yet. If memory support is your goal, talk to your doctor about what's actually proven for you.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Safety during breastfeeding is unknown, so it's best avoided. If you're nursing and want to take gotu kola, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Will this make me drowsy?
Gotu kola may have sedative effects and could boost the drowsiness caused by sedatives, sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, or pain relievers. If you take any of those, ask your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement.

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Sources & How We Checked

Gotu Kola 375 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 18 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Gotu Kola 18 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Pointel JP, Boccalon H, Cloarec M, et al. Titrated extract of Centella asiatica (TECA) in the treatment of venous insufficiency of the lower limbs. Angiol 1987;38:46-50. PubMed
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  4. Eun HC, Lee AY. Contact dermatitis due to madecassol. Contact Dermatitis 1985;13:310-3.. PubMed
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  6. Bilbao I, Aguirre A, Zabala R, et al. Allergic contact dermatitis from butoxyethyl nicotinic acid and Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33:435-6.
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  12. Izu, R., Aguirre, A., Gil, N., and Diaz-Perez, J. L. Allergic contact dermatitis from a cream containing Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1992;26(3):192-193.
  13. Santucci, B., Picardo, M., and Cristaudo, A. Contact dermatitis due to Centelase. Contact Dermatitis 1985;13(1):39. PubMed
  14. Vena, G. A. and Angelini, G. Contact allergy to Centelase. Contact Dermatitis 1986;15(2):108-109. PubMed
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  16. Danese, P., Carnevali, C., and Bertazzoni, M. G. Allergic contact dermatitis due to Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1994;31(3):201.
  17. Bilbao, I., Aguirre, A., Zabala, R., Gonzalez, R., Raton, J., and Diaz Perez, J. L. Allergic contact dermatitis from butoxyethyl nicotinic acid and Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(6):435-436.
  18. Dantuluri S, North-lewis P, Karthik SV. Gotu Kola induced hepatotoxicity in a child - need for caution with alternative remedies. Dig Liver Dis. 2011;43(6):500. PubMed

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