Common name: Indian ipecac. Also known as Indian Sarsaparilla, Tylophora Indica, Sariva Hindu materia medica called this plant and Ichnocarpus frutescent under the name 'Sarivadvaya'. They are often used together and considered as similar. Many synonyms are mentioned in the literature. Under the name 'Nanari' it is much used in south India. It is considered as a substitute of 'Sarsaparilla'. Various kinds of 'ushbah' were mentioned Mohammedans physicians. It is also found in other systems of medicine. The herb has long enjoyed a reputation as tonic, alterative, demulcent, diaphoretic, diuretic and blood purifier. It is employed in nutritional disorders, syphilis, chronic rheumatism, gravel and other urinary diseases and skin affections. It is administered in the form of powder, infusion or decoction as syrup. It is also an ingredient of several medicinal preparations. It is used as a substitute for Sarsaparilla (from Smilax sp.) and employed as a vehicle for potassium iodide and for purposes for which Sarsaparilla is used. A syrup made from the roots is used as a flavoring agent and in the preparation of a sherbet, which is reported to have cooling properties promoting hair growth. The dried fruit is useful in hemorrhage, diarrhea and dysentery. It has anabolic, antibacterial, expectorant, cardiotonic, antipyretic, ant oxidative, antiviral, anti-emetic and resistance building properties and used in the treatment of leucorrhea and arteriosclerosis. It is antibacterial and its astringent properties prevent infection and help in the healing of ulcers. It is used as a laxative to relieve constipation in piles Packed 450mg/cap Ingredients Organically grown Indian Sarsaparilla Packaging 100 vegicaps Warnings: Do not take during pregnancy. Manufacturer Vadik Herbs has produced quality Ayurvedic raw herbs and formulas since 1971 under the mantra of "Quality, Service, and Integrity." Vadik starts with the finest raw materials available cultivated from natural sources. Herbs are organically grown and wild crafted - no pesticides, insecticides, or artificial treatments are used in the growing of these herbs. After sourcing, harvesting, and cleaning, these materials are subjected to a series of in-depth quality control tests to ensure purity, potency and cleanliness. Quality checks continue throughout the various stages of manufacturing, as well as at the completion of production. By maintaining this intense level of quality control and developing new methods and techniques to ensure top product quality, Vadik Herbs perpetuates its long-standing position at the forefront of the Ayurvedic product industry.
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