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Scientific: | Withania somnifera |
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Other: | Ashwagandha |
Family: | Solanaceae |
Ashwagandha is one of the most important herbs in traditional Ayurvedic medicine in India. It is sometimes called " Indian ginseng " because it acts primarily as an adaptogen to help mitigate the harmful effects of stress. Like many adaptogens, it affects hormones and is commonly used for low libido and infertility.
Unlike some adaptogens, ashwagandha has a sedative effect, and is often used for stressed individuals who are overexcited, nervous and having difficulties with sleep.
Used as an adaptogen in ayurvedic medicine; however, it is calming rather than stimulating.
Nervous
• overstimulated states
• insomnia
• anxiety
• nervous exhaustion
• poor cognition
• memory
• attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD, ADD)
• neurodegenerative disorders
• dementia
• Parkinson's disease
• Alzheimer's disease
• drug withdrawal
• smoking cessation
Cancer
• chemotherapy and radiation side-effects
• fatigue
• immunosuppresion (leukopenia, neutropenia)
Respiratory
• chronic respiratory conditions
• bronchitis
• asthma
Musculoskeletal
• myalgia
• rheumatic diseases and connective tissue disorders
• muscle weakness
• fibromylagia
• ostearthritis
• gout
Reproduction (male)
• sexual debility
• erectile dysfunction
• impotence
• infertility
Endocrine
• hypothyroidism
• chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS )
• Adaptogen
• Sedative
• Antiepileptic
• Nootropic
• Sexual Tonic
• Antiinflammatory
• Anticancer
• Immunomodulator
• Antispasmotic
• Neuroprotective
• Hepatoprotective
• Nephroprotective
• Antiaging
• Terpenoids
• Steroidal Glycosides (Withanolide)
• Alkaloids
• Tincture (1:5): 2 ml tid
• Liquid extract (1:2): 2-4 ml tid
• Decoction (dried herb): 3-6 g qd
Generally considered safe when used as indicated.
Caution: Hyperthyroidism; may stimulate thyroid function.
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Ashwagandha
SummaryAshwagandha is one of the most important herbs in traditional Ayurvedic medicine in India. It is sometimes called " Indian ginseng " because it acts primarily as an adaptogen to help mitigate the harmful effects of stress. Like many adaptogens, it affects hormones and is commonly used for low libido and infertility. IndicationsSign in requiredActionsSign in requiredConstituentsSign in requiredPosologySign in requiredSafetySign in requiredReferencesSign in required |
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