Andrographolide is a labdane diterpenoid isolated from the leaves and roots of Andrographis paniculata that exhibits anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic properties. It has a role as a metabolite, an anti-inflammatory drug, an anti-HIV agent and an antineoplastic agent. It is a gamma-lactone, a primary alcohol, a secondary alcohol, a labdane diterpenoid and a carbobicyclic compound. The herb has an extensive history of use in TCM for the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections and other inflammatory and infectious diseases.

Function:

1.Andrographolide plays an important role in anti pathogenic microorganism function.

2.Antipyretic effect.

3. Anti-inflammatory effects.

4. Andrographolide has positive effect on organism immune system.

5.Andrographis has an obvious effect in termination of pregnancy.

6. Cholagogic effect and to protect liver.

Application:

1. Applied in pharmaceutical field, Andrographolide powder is usually made into tablets, soft capsule, injection, etc. to treat acute bacillary dysentery,gastroenteritis, cat fever, amygdalitis, faucitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, phthisis and so on.

2. Applied in veterinary field, Andrographolide extract is made into pulvis to treat acute bacillary dysentery, gastro-enteritis and pneumonia of poultry and livestock.