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Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nootropics Depot

Tablet Or Pill Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg is a dietary supplement by Nootropics Depot 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 Gotu Kola Whole Herb Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot

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.

This product contains one active ingredient: gotu kola whole herb extract at 120 mg per tablet. Gotu kola is a plant traditionally used in Asian medicine; the extract concentrates its active compounds.

The remaining ingredients — silicon dioxide, stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium, polyethylene glycol, methacrylic acid, and hypromellose — are inactive binders, fillers, and capsule materials that help hold the tablet together.

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 and depends on what you're taking it for. It's rated possibly effective for venous insufficiency (poor circulation in the legs) and for helping burns heal.

For radiation dermatitis (skin damage from radiation therapy), the evidence suggests it's probably not effective. As for cognitive function and Alzheimer's disease, we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not.

Similarly, for generalized anxiety, the data isn't solid enough to rate it.

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 in the short term, though quality evidence is limited. The most common side effects when taken by mouth are gastric irritation and nausea.

Rare but serious cases of liver damage have been reported — at least four cases — but it's unclear whether gotu kola itself was the cause, contamination in the product, or something else, since the products weren't tested. In one clinical trial where liver function was monitored, people taking 120 mg daily for 6 months had no changes in liver tests.

During pregnancy, not enough safety data exists; it's traditionally been avoided. During breastfeeding, safety is unknown, so it's best avoided until more is known.

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.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on any medications that cause drowsiness or sedation, or any that can stress your liver. Gotu kola may amplify sedative effects and theoretically add to liver strain.

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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 Tablets might be worth considering if you're looking at it for circulation problems or wound healing and you don't take other sedating medications or liver-sensitive drugs. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any regular medications — especially those that make you drowsy or affect your liver — talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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 Nov 22, 2023.

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 Tablets 120 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nootropics Depot
Net contents 180 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2023
DSLD ID 285817
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
180
IngredientAmount% DV
Gotu Kola Whole Herb Extract120 mg--

Other ingredients: Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Polyethylene Glycol, Methacrylic Acid, Hypromellose

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Label statements
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Formulation

Enteric coated tablets

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

35-45% Triterpenes, 15-25% Madecassoside + Asiaticoside B, 15-20% Asiaticoside

Precautions

Disclaimer: Always consult with a qualified health physician before taking any new dietary supplement.

Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).

Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 tablet 2-3 times daily.

Storage

Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.

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Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Gotu Kola Whole Herb Extract

Interacts with
579 drugs
120 mg per serving Form: Asiaticoside, Madecassosides, Asiaticoside B, Triterpenes

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...

Gotu Kola Whole Herb Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Polyethylene Glycol, Methacrylic Acid, Hypromellose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot 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 Tablets 120 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.

Gotu Kola Whole Herb Extract2 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 Tablets 120 mg, from the product label.

Nootropics Depot

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Name
Nootropics Depot
Street Address
8380 S. Kyrene Rd. Ste. 110
City
Tempe
State
AZ
ZipCode
85284
Web Address
nootropicsdepot.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot: Common Questions

Does Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg by Nootropics Depot interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Gotu Kola Tablets 120 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 Tablets 120 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data, and gotu kola has traditionally been avoided — talk with your doctor about whether it's right for you. During breastfeeding, safety is unknown, so it's best avoided. Either way, check with your own healthcare provider before taking it.
What are the most common side effects?
When taken by mouth, stomach irritation and nausea are the most common. These are typically mild. Rare cases of liver damage have been reported, though it's unclear whether gotu kola was directly responsible.
Does this actually work for brain function or memory?
The evidence for cognitive function and Alzheimer's disease isn't solid enough for us to rate it. If you're hoping it'll sharpen your thinking, we don't have the data to back that up.
What is gotu kola used for?
It's possibly effective for venous insufficiency — poor circulation in the legs — and for helping burns heal. For other uses, the evidence is either weak or not established.
Is there a liver safety concern with this dose?
A clinical trial showed that 120 mg daily for 6 months didn't cause changes in liver function. However, older case reports exist, and the supplement is best avoided if you're already on medications that can damage the liver. If you have liver concerns, check with your doctor first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Gotu Kola Tablets 120 mg’s Ingredients

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Gotu Kola Tablets 120 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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

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
  3. Brinkhaus B, Lindner M, Schuppan D, Hahn EG. Chemical, pharmacological and clinical profile of the east Asian medical plant Centella asiatica. Phytomedicine 2000;7:427-48.
  4. Eun HC, Lee AY. Contact dermatitis due to madecassol. Contact Dermatitis 1985;13:310-3.. PubMed
  5. Hausen BM. Centella asiatica (Indian pennywort), an effective therapeutic but a weak sensitizer. Contact Dermatitis 1993;29:175-9..
  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.
  7. Cesarone MR, Incandela L, De Sanctis MT, et al. Evaluation of treatment of diabetic microangiopathy with total triterpenic fraction of Centella asiatica: a clinical prospective randomized trial with a microcirculatory model. Angiology 2001;52 Suppl 2 DOI
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  11. Mallol J, Belda MA, Costa D, et al. Prophylaxis of striae gravidarum with a topical formulation. A double blind trial. Int J Cosmet Sci 1991;3:51-7.
  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
  15. Marastoni, F., Baldo, A., Redaelli, G., and Ghiringhelli, L. [Centella asiatica extract in venous pathology of the lower limbs and its evaluation as compared with tribenoside]. Minerva Cardioangiol. 1982;30(4):201-207.
  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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