Ayurveda

Punarnava

Boerhavia diffusa

Ayurveda

Gabriel Score

67/ 100Good

EvidenceLimited - traditional use with some diuretic evidence

Conditions6 applications

How it works

Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, rejuvenative, immunomodulating

Typical Dosage

3-6g powder or 500-1000mg extract 2x daily

Used for

Edemakidney diseaseliver disordersurinary issuesarthritisasthma

The Science

Active Compounds

Punarnavosides, rotenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids

Evidence Base

Limited - traditional use with some diuretic evidence67/100

Hogweed; rejuvenative; safe diuretic; liver and kidney tonic; reduces kapha

How to Use

Powder, capsule, decoction

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

Safety Profile

Interactions

May interact with diuretics, lithium

Contraindications

Pregnancy; severe kidney disease

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TraditionAyurveda

EvidenceLimited - traditional use with some diuretic evidence

Applications6

Gabriel Score67/100

Educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol.

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