Does somebody have experience with Gotu Kola tea? Does it help?
1 Like
I don’t but keep those posts coming. Who knows, you might find something! 
1 Like
I’ve never tried it…It’s unlikely to have any affect on ataxia symptoms, and will definitely not stop progression of ataxia.
Precautions
Gotu kola has been used in some studies that lasted up to one year. However, gotu kola has the potential to be harmful to the liver. It is best not to use gotu kola for more than 6 weeks without talking to your doctor. You may need to take a 2-week break before taking the herb again.
Asiaticoside, a major part of gotu kola, has also been link with tumor growth in mice. Anyone with a history of precancerous or cancerous skin lesions, such as squamous cell, basal cell skin cancer, or melanoma, should not use gotu kola.
People with liver disease, or who take medications that affect the liver, should not take gotu kola. Ask your doctor if you take any prescription medications, or often take over-the-counter pain relievers.
1 Like