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Andrographis paniculata · Kalmegh · King of Bitters · Nilavembu
The 'King of Bitters' — Ayurveda's supreme anti-infective herb. PAX Herbal supplies Andrographis dried herb and powder standardised for andrographolide, the bitter diterpenoid lactone driving global immunity and anti-infective supplement demand.
About This Product
Andrographis Andrographis paniculata
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata), called Kalmegh in Hindi and revered as the "King of Bitters" across South and Southeast Asian traditional medicine, is one of the most researched herbs for immune support and anti-infective applications. Its signature compound, andrographolide — a bitter diterpenoid lactone — has demonstrated anti-viral, anti-bacterial, immunostimulant and anti-inflammatory activity in extensive pre-clinical and clinical research.
Demand surged post-COVID with andrographolide placed under the national spotlight by India's AYUSH Ministry. PAX Herbal supplies dried Andrographis herb and powder from Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, with andrographolide content (≥2%) tested per batch by HPLC.
High-potency Andrographis dry extract (10%–30% andrographolide) is available through our Herbal Extracts range for nutraceutical formulations.
Key Specifications
- Active MarkerAndrographolide ≥2%
- Moisture<8%
- Total Ash<10%
- OriginTamil Nadu / Andhra Pradesh
- Parts UsedDried aerial herb / powder
- Pack Size25–50 kg PP bags
- MOQ500 kg
- Lead Time7–14 Days
Available Grades
Grades & Specifications
| Grade | Active Marker | Form | Moisture | Pack | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dried Herb | ≥2% | Dried aerial parts | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | Ayurvedic, extraction |
| Herb Powder | ≥2% | 60–80 mesh | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | Capsules, tablets |
| Fine Powder | ≥2% | 100 mesh | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | Nutraceutical mfg |
| Leaf Only | ≥2.5% | Dried leaf pieces | <8% | 25–50 kg bags | High-potency extraction |
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End Uses
Applications & Industries
Immunity Supplements
Post-pandemic immunity formulations driving global demand for standardised andrographolide material.
Anti-Infective Use
Traditional and modern use in respiratory infections, fever, viral illness management.
Ayurvedic Formulations
Classical Kalmegh preparations for liver health, fever and anti-malarial formulations.
Liver Health
Hepatoprotective activity supports use in liver health supplement formulations.
Extract Feedstock
Premium feedstock for 10%–30% andrographolide standardised dry extract production.
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