Aswagandha Capsule is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Agrigold Pharma. It is an anti-depressant and anxiolytic drug, useful in depression, high BP, sleep problem,s tress etc.
Action
Action of Aswagandha Capsule:
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Improves concentration, fatigue and sociability.
- Reduces oxidative stress and improves sleep.
- Natural aphrodisiac.
- Good anti-oxidant, strengthens the body and mind.
Ingredients
Ingredients of Aswagandha Capsule:
Each capsule contains –
- Ashwagandha chrna [Withania somnifera] – 300 mg
- Ashwagandha dry extract [Withania somnifera] – 200 mg
Uses
Indication of Agrigold Aswagandha Capsule:
- Anxiety neurosis
- Hypertension
- Seminal weakness
- Insomnia
- Arthritis
Dose, duration of use
Dosage of Agrigold Aswagandha Capsule:
1-2 capsules twice a day after meals with milk, or as directed by the physician.
How long to use?
It can be safely used for a period of 2 – 3 months time, with gradual decrease in dosage.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
Side effects, package
Side effects of Aswagandha Capsule:
There are no recorded side effects with this medicine.
This may induce or increase sleep in some people.
Should be taken under medical supervision.
People taking blood pressure medicine should consult a doctor before taking this capsule. Because, it itself can reduce blood pressure to some extent. This effect, coupled with your regular BP medicine may cause low blood pressure. Hence the advice for precaution.
Presentation & Package: Bottle pack of 60 capsules.
Habit forming
Is
this medicine habit forming? Does it create dependence? Can we stop it after a
few months of usage?
This
medicine is not habit forming. After using for the prescribed period, your
doctor would gradually decrease the dose and eventually stop it. Follow your
doctor’s instructions for gradual decrease of dose and stopping. Usually it
does not cause any ill effects.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
