Mahabhari Vach Scientific Name
Alpinia galanga
Mahabhari Vach Other Names
English: Java Galangal, Greater Galangal, Blue Ginger, Thai Ginger, Siamese Ginger
Hindi: Kulanganj
Chinese: Liyang-Chiang
Portugese: Galanga
Sanskrit: Elaparni
What is Mahabhari Vach?
Mahabhari Vach, commonly known as Kulanganj, is a ginger-like perennial herb commonly used for combating flatulence, dyspepsia, vomiting, and stomach sickness. It is often recommended as a remedy for seasickness. It tones up tissues and is sometimes prescribed to reduce a fever. Modern research has proven that it holds bronchodilator properties, which means it opens up the lungs.
Common forms of Mahabhari Vach
Root Powder
Mahabhari Vach is commonly used for:
- Treating sore throat, cough, and the common cold
- Treating erectile dysfunction and lack of sex drive in males
- Treating Hypothermia by increasing body temperature
- Improving appetite and treat indigestion
- Treating Joint pain
- Treating Asthma
- Relieving a Toothache
- Curing bad breath
Mahabhari Vach Dosage
Root Powder: 1-3g
Decoction: 10-30ml
Decoction: 10-30ml
Mahabhari Vach Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Increases blood pressure and blood flow. Those suffering from hypertension should avoid Mahabhari Vach.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.
Warning:
Not known.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.
Warning:
Not known.
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