Ashwagandga (Withania somnifera L.)



Family

  • Solanaceae

Constituents

  • Vitanolides
  • Tannins
  • Flavonoids
  • Triethylene glycol 

Parts used

  • Roots, leaves and fruits 

Properties

  • Anxiolytic
  • Tonic
  • Adaptogen
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Immunostimulant
  • Sedative

Side effects

  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • At high dosage hypnotic effect

Contraindications

  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Pregnancy

Interactions

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Forms of use

  • Root infusion
  • Capsule
  • Tablets
  • Ethanolic extract of the roots