St. John’s wort (SJW), known botanically as Hypericum perforatum, is a sprawling, leafy herb that grows in open, disturbed areas throughout much of the world’s temperate regions. The use of this species as an herbal remedy to treat a variety of internal and external ailments dates back to the time of the ancient Greeks. Since then, … [Read more…]
Saw palmetto is an extract from the ripe berries of the American dwarf palm, has been widely used as a therapeutic remedy for urinary dysfunction due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in Europe. Numerous mechanisms of action have been proposed for SPE, including the inhibition of 5α-reductase. Today, α1-adrenoceptor antagonists and muscarinic cholinoceptor antagonists are … [Read more…]
Aravindasava (also spelled as Arvindasava or Aravindasavam) is an Ayurvedic medicine available in liquid form. It is the best drug of choice for all types of pediatric problems like digestive impairment, loose motion, loss of appetite, emaciation, general weakness, undernutrition, and psychosis. It is also used in adult for the same problems and as a dietary supplement. … [Read more…]
Rohitakarishta (also spelled as Rohitakarishtam) is spleen protective medicine in Ayurveda. It is useful for the treatment of splenomegaly (enlarged spleen). There can be several underlying conditions that can cause enlargement of the spleen. Rohitakarishta provides relief regardless of the causes. It reduces the toxins developed due to viral, bacterial or parasitic infections. It improves … [Read more…]
Ashokarishta is an herbal classical Ayurvedic medicine containing the bark of Ashoka tree as the chief ingredient. It is one of the most popular remedies for ‘female disorders’ or for menstrual disorder and female hormonal imbalances. It is extensively used in the Ayurvedic treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding and other gynecological complaints. It contains 5 – 10 % of self-generated alcohol, … [Read more…]
Silymarin is a mixture of flavonoids extracted from seeds of the MILK THISTLE, Silybum marianum. It consists primarily of silybin and its isomers, silicristin, and silidianin. Silymarin displays antioxidant and membrane stabilizing activity. It protects various tissues and organs against chemical injury and shows potential as an antihepatotoxic agent.[1] It is the member of Carduus … [Read more…]
Ginkgo biloba commonly known as ginkgo or gingko[1] also known as the maidenhair tree,[2] is the only living species in the division Ginkgophyta. Ginkgo is popularly known as living fossils. It is also known by other names like Fossil tree, Kew Tree and Silver Apricot. Ginkgo trees are in a position to live long for thousands of years It is used in most … [Read more…]
Black seed (Nigella sativa) is an annual flowering plant from Ranunculaceae family, native to southwest Asia. This plant has many food and medicinal uses. The use of its seeds and oil is common for treatment of many diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, inflammatory diseases, diabetes, and digestive diseases. The purpose of this study was to … [Read more…]
Mustharishtam is a very effective Ayurvedic medicine. It is a liquid product. Bittersweet in taste. Mustarishta is used to treat digestive complaints like diarrhea, indigestion, etc. It is also known by the terms – Mustakarishta, Mustarishta, Mustarishtam, Mustakadyarishta. It increases the secretion of gastric juices and corrects the liver functions. It is well known Ama Pachak … [Read more…]
Abhayarista is a common ayurvedic preparation, belonging to the class of Asavas and Arista, generally prepared soaking the drug either in powder form or in the form of decoction (Kasaya), in a solution of sugar or Jaggery, for a specified period of time, during which it undergoes a process of fermentation generating alcohol, thus facilitating … [Read more…]
Chandraprabha Vati (also called Chandraprabha Gulika and Chandraprabha Vatika) is an ayurvedic classical medicine used for the treatment of diseases of kidneys, bladder, urinary tract, pancreas, bones, joints, and thyroid gland. It is also recommended in the management of diabetes, men’s problems, women’s problems, and mental disorders Ingredients of Chandraprabha Vati Sandalwood – Santalum album – heartwood – … [Read more…]
Cough medicine is medications used in those with coughing and related conditions. There is, however, no good evidence that over-the-counter cough medications reduce coughing.[1][2] While they are used by 10% of American children in any given week, they are not recommended in Canada and the United States in children 6 years or younger because of lack of evidence showing effect and concerns of … [Read more…]