Ayurvedic
Gokshura
Also called: tribulus terrestris, gokhru, puncture vine
A thorny plant marketed for testosterone and kidneys.
- Why people take it
- Testosterone, libido, kidney stones.
- What the evidence says
- Does not raise testosterone in good studies; small effects on libido.
- How it is usually taken
- Usually 250 to 750 mg of extract a day.
- Be careful
- Stomach upset; rare kidney and liver problems.
- Medicines it can interact with
- May lower blood pressure and sugar with medicines for these; may affect lithium.
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Common questions
What is Gokshura?
A thorny plant marketed for testosterone and kidneys.
Why do people take Gokshura?
Testosterone, libido, kidney stones.
Does Gokshura work?
Does not raise testosterone in good studies; small effects on libido.
How much Gokshura do people take?
Usually 250 to 750 mg of extract a day.
Is Gokshura safe?
Stomach upset; rare kidney and liver problems.
Does Gokshura interact with medicines?
May lower blood pressure and sugar with medicines for these; may affect lithium.
Sources and further reading
Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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