Akarkara, an herb that belongs to the Asteraceae family of plants, has the botanical name of Anacyclus pyrethrum. Apart from Ayurveda, it is an herb with many medicinal uses and is used by other alternative medical systems such as Unani and Homeopathy. Akarkara is mainly known for its aphrodisiac effect on the body, meaning it works to stimulate sexual desire. Additionally, it helps to detoxify the body by removing excess wastes and fluids. The most beneficial and useful part of Akarkara is the root which is medicinally used in the form of dried powder.
Common forms of Akarkara (Aakarkaram)
Root, Powder
Akarkara (Aakarkaram) is commonly used for:
Maintaining a healthy weight
Improving digestion
Regulating the blood flow
Maintaining hormonal balance in women
Providing relief from pre-menstrual syndrome
Improving the appetite
Healing ulcers, bronchial irritation, and cough
Increasing wound healing speed
Strengthening muscles and bones
Treating piles and fistula
Akarkara (Aakarkaram) Dosage
Capsule: 1-2 capsules once or twice a day or as prescribed. Powder: Ranging from 125mg to 1g per day or as prescribed.
Akarkara (Aakarkaram) Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Not known. Not so common side-effects: Not known. Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Children: Not known.
Warning: Seek care if having symptoms of gastric ulceration, acidity, and intestinal inflammation in any form. Higher doses over a long period of time should be managed by an Ayurvedic physician.
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