Safety & Monitoring

Regular monitoring ensures safety and tracks your progress toward remission

Laboratory Testing Schedule

Laboratory tests are optional but recommended for quantifying progress and ensuring safety. While symptom improvement is primary, lab markers provide measurable evidence of healing.

BASELINE

Baseline Assessment

Complete Blood Count • Metabolic Panel • Liver Function • Calprotectin • C-Reactive Protein • Vitamin D

WEEK 4

Early Response Check

Calprotectin • C-Reactive Protein

WEEK 8

Full Safety & Progress

Complete Blood Count • Metabolic Panel • Liver Function • Calprotectin • C-Reactive Protein

WEEK 12

Complete Reassessment

Full panel + consideration for colonoscopy

ONGOING

Maintenance Monitoring

Quarterly calprotectin and full panel

DAILY SYMPTOM TRACKING

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Bowel Movements

Frequency & Bristol scale (1-7)

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Blood/Mucus

Present or absent

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Urgency

Scale 0-10

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Energy Level

Scale 0-10

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Abdominal Pain

Scale 0-10

SUCCESS INDICATORS

Week 4 Targets

  • 30% reduction in symptoms
  • Improved stool consistency
  • Decreased urgency

Week 8 Targets

  • Calprotectin <200 μg/g
  • 50%+ symptom reduction
  • Approaching or achieving remission

! Stop Protocol Immediately If

Allergic Reactions

  • Rash or hives (andrographis allergy)
  • Swelling of face/throat
  • Difficulty breathing

Liver Issues

  • ALT >2× upper limit (EGCG toxicity)
  • Jaundice or yellowing of eyes
  • Dark urine or pale stools

Worsening UC

  • Increased rectal bleeding
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Fever >101°F (38.3°C)
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