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Kutki / Picrorhiza
Picrorhiza kurroa
Hepatoprotectivemoderate evidence
Picroside I and II from Kutki powerfully protect the liver from toxic damage, making it one of the most important Ayurvedic herbs for cancer patients on chemotherapy. Studies show anti-tumour activity against liver, breast, and colon cancers through apoptosis induction and immune enhancement.
Medicinal Properties
HepatoprotectiveAnti-tumourImmunomodulatoryAnti-inflammatoryAntioxidant
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Cancer Types Studied
LiverBreastColon
Recommended Dosage
200–400 mg standardised extract (picroside I + II) daily.
Preparations
Kutki Capsules
200 mg standardised extract twice daily — powerful hepatoprotective for chemotherapy support.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- Extremely bitter — can cause nausea without food
- High doses can cause hepatotoxicity — use at recommended doses only
- Avoid in pregnancy
- Endangered in India — use cultivated sources
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.