December 20, 2022- Dr. Thongchai Lertvilairattanapong The general manager of Thailand’s Department of Traditional and Alternative Medicine said that during the epidemic situation of the COVID-19 virus Induce all countries to speed up vaccination for people And not neglected in daily life, they must still take care of themselves according to the measures And they must work together to stop the spread of COVID 19 in order to make life In checking the spread of COVID-19 and from previous research studies, the Thai Department of Traditional and Alternative Medicine in collaboration with network partners A study was conducted on the effect of taking andrographis paniculata containing 180 mg of andrographolide per day for 5 consecutive days in the treatment of asymptomatic or mild early stage COVID patients, through 3 mechanisms involved in the treatment of COVID-19: 1. Inhibition of virus multiplication (No not kill the virus) 2. Reduce inflammation. Which has the effect of reducing fever, reducing cold symptoms, relieving cough and sore throat 3. Adding some protective substances into the body
“Although COVID-19 will continue to change species Andrographis paniculata is also an herb that can be used to treat COVID patients who have asymptomatic or mild symptoms in the early stages. And at present, andrographis paniculata has been included in the national list of essential medicines. with indications for treating COVID-19 patients even with mild symptoms,” said Dr. Thongchai
As with the previous case, it was feared that the use of Andrographis paniculata could cause side effects. It mainly affects the liver and kidney when used consecutively for more than 5 days, Dr. Thongchai confirmed that it does not affect the liver and kidney they are concerned about. by the research and treatment results of Thai Traditional Medicine Department and Chulabhorn Research Institute The research confirmed that the use of Andrographis Paniculata containing andrographolide at a dose of 80 milligrams per day, whether in single dose form or continuously for 7 days according to the recommendations of the Ministry of Public Health. found safe. And no liver and kidney function abnormalities were found using Andrographis paniculata in patients with COVID-19.
Regarding the use of Andrographis paniculata at a dose of 180 mg per day for 5 consecutive days in children, the dose should be adjusted according to body weight. that if the body receives the right amount of important substances every day Andrographis paniculata can be effective. However, the use of thieves It can be used by people who have been confirmed to be infected with COVID-19. Including in people who are infected with COVID but do not show symptoms Including having few symptoms However, the use of Andrographis paniculata There are also precautions that should not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and if there is an allergic reaction after eating such as rash, difficulty breathing, swollen face, swollen lips, stop immediately and within 3 days symptoms have not improved and you should seek medical advice again
”In the past, since the outbreak of COVID-19 in Thailand, the Thai Department of Traditional and Alternative Medicine paid the thieves for public health network partners and a total of 1,232,232 people or 50,354,665 capsules.
The director-general of Thai Traditional Medicine Department said that the department has now set up a channel to request assistance and Consultation on andrographis paniculata including the use of medicinal herbs recommend food as medicine and preliminary treatment of symptoms of COVID-19 by the of Thai traditional medicine through Line Official Account (Line OA) Fah Fiest Aid in treating COVID-19 patients and high-risk contacts There are more than 77,884 registered users, 15,570 of whom are COVID-19 patients, delivering 12,076 sets of Andrographis paniculata at patients’ homes to build trust and encourage people to use Andrographis paniculata.
especially during this new year People have returned to their hometowns and may get sick during the journey, including flu, cough, sore throat, or may have symptoms of COVID-19. The use of Andrographis paniculata is another alternative to treat the aforementioned diseases. which is now the department together with Andrographis paniculata manufacturers Prepare to deliver 6,700 sets of Fah Talai Bandit by carrying forward the project Through applying “Fah First Aid” to people at high risk of patient contact. Or you can contact through the official account of the “Fah First Aid” line to notify your intention to receive Fah Talar Paniculata for free. from 20 December 2022 to 31 January 2023 as a New Year’s gift to the public
For those who want andrographis paniculata or ask about its use Andrographis paniculata complete Can receive services through Line Official Accout “FahFirstAid” Can register by adding friends Type the line ID that @fahdtam and press respectively accept, agree and acknowledge, the system will ask you to enter your personal information. and press save screen to confirm If you have questions about Thai traditional and alternative medicine services You can ask for information on the toll-free number 063 – 267 4154 Facebook Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine www.facebook.com/dtam.moph
