Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia)

Tier 2 — promising · Ayurveda · Immunity · Fever

Known as Amrita in Ayurveda — the herb of immortality. A key Rasayana for immune modulation. Contains berberine and tinosporin. A 2024 systematic review of 8 trials found it significantly reduced dengue fever duration and improved platelet counts. Also modulates allergic rhinitis symptoms. Well tolerated in traditional doses. Rare cases of liver injury reported with commercial extracts.

Dose: 300–500 mg/day standardised extract (2.5% bitter principles); 1–3 g/day as traditional churna powder