Adhatoda vasoca leaf

Adhatoda vasica

Description

A plant of Ayurvedic medicine, with beneficial functions for the respiratory tract, it is sought after for supplements and health herbal medicine.

Family

Acanthaceae

Origin

INDIA

Active Principles

Alkaloids: Vasicin, Vasicinone, Vasicinol, Adhatodine, Anisotine

Curiosity

Ayurvedic preparations consider it for the treatment of tiredness in the elderly and against itching.

Contraindications

Not recommended for people with peptic ulcers and gastritis. Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to lack of data on safety of consumption.

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