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MANDUKAPARNI


WHAT IS MANDUKAPARNI

It is an important medicinal plant that is used in the treatment of various ailments. The botanical name for Mandukaparni is Centella Asiatica which belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is an ancient Indian herb which is also called Gotu Kola 


What are the other names of MANDUKAPARNI in various languages

Hindi – Bengsag

Bengali – Thulkudi

Telugu – Sarasvathy

Tamil – Vallari kirai

Marathi – Karivan

Gujarati – Khanda Brahmi

Kannada – Ondelaga soppu


ORIGIN AND SOURCE OF MANDUKAPARNI

The plant is found in marshy places and is widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a small herb and the stem is glabrous, pink striated. The leaves are fleshy, denate. The petiole is long and smooth on the upper surface and hairy on the lower surface. The flowers are pink and white and the fruits are oblong, brown, which is compressed laterally and woody white.

Parts used: The whole plant

Taste: Bitter

Potency: Cold


CHEMICAL COMPOUNDS IN MANDUKAPARNI

On chemical compound analysis of Mandukaparni, it includes

Triterpenoid glycosides contain asaitoside, asiaticoside, asiaticin, Asiatic acid, madecassic acid, madecassoside, brahmoside, brahmic acid, brahminoside, oxyasiaticosie, thankuniside, isothankuniside, centelloside, madasiatic acid, centic acid, centellin, centellicin, centelloside, cenellic acid, betulinic acid, indocentic acid. It also contains phytosterols and volatile oil like valerin, camphor, and cineole.

ACTIONS:

  • Nootropic
  • Neuroprotective
  • Anxiolytic
  • Intellect promoting
  • Antidepressant
  • Mood enhancer
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antinociceptive
  • Gastroprotective
  • Cardiac tonic
  • Antihemorrhagic
  • Cardioprotective
  • Vernotonic
  • Demulcent
  • Wound healing
  • Mucolytic
  • Appetizer
  • Galactagogue


TRADITIONAL AND MODERN VIEW OF MANDUKAPARNI

  • Daily consumption of third plant leaves helps to strengthen the nerve
  • The paste obtained from the plant and juice are effective to treat mental weakness and skin diseases
  • The leaves have an immunomodulator effect which alters the immune response
  • The juice obtained from the juice used in the treatment of scrofula and syphilis 
  • The plant helps to detoxify the liver and blood


DOSAGE OF MANDUKAPARNI

The dose of the drug used according to the physician

Fresh juice: 10-30ml

Powder: 3-6g


PRECAUTIONS WHILE USING MANDUKAPARNI

  • Do not use this herb for more than 6 weeks because it may slow the metabolism of constituents and cause toxicity
  • Avoid taking this herb 2 weeks before surgery because the use of this herb may cause drowsiness and sleepiness
  • Kindly avoid using this herb the diabetic patient because the use of this herb may increase the blood sugar level
  • Kindly avoid using this herb to the heart patient because the use of this herb may increase the lipid levels
  • Kindly avoid using this herb to the liver patient because the use of this herb may damage the liver


CONTRAINDICATIONS WHEN USING MANDUKAPARNI

  • Do not use this herb if you are allergic to the chemical constituents of Mandukaparni
  • Less information is available regarding the use of this herb during breastfeeding and pregnancy 


BENEFITS OF MANDUKAPARNI

Anxiety:

Traditional view: According to Ayurveda, neurological disorders are controlled by Vata, if there are any abnormalities in the Vata doshas it may lead to anxiety. The use of mandukaparni calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety by balancing Vata and due to its brain tonic effect

Modern view: Due to its anxiolytic effect, it helps to control the function of neurotransmitters by releasing the hormone and balancing the behavioral changes

Mental alertness:

Traditional view: According to Ayurveda, neurological disorders are controlled by Vata, if there are any abnormalities in the Vata doshas it may lead to impairment in mental alertness. The use of mandukaparni increases memory by its brain tonic effect

Blood clots:

Due to its antioxidant effect, it helps to prevent blood clots and decrease cholesterol levels and increase the synthesis of nitric acid. This nitric acid prevents platelet aggregation and prevents the blood clot formation

Diabetes:

Due to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect the use of mandukaparni decrease the carbohydrate breakdown and inhibit the glucose absorption and reduce the blood sugar level. It also prevents pancreatic cell damage and increases the secretion of insulin

Fatigue:

According to Ayurveda, fatigue is called Klama. The use of mandukaparni reduce the fatigue by its Balya and Rasayana effect

Indigestion:

According to Ayurveda, indigestion is called Agnimandya that occurs due to the imbalance of Pitta dosha and poor digestive fire which leads to the accumulation of toxins in the body and causes indigestion. The use of mandukaparni balances the Pitta dosha and improves digestion by its Deepan (appetizer) property

Common cold:

According to Ayurveda, common cold occurs due to the imbalance of Kapha and poor digestion which leads to the accumulation of toxins in the body and this reaches the lungs as sputum and causes cold and cough. The use of mandukaparni improve the poor digestion and balance the Kapha by its cold and rejuvenating properties

Urinary tract infection:

According to Ayurveda, it is called Mutrakcchra (painful urination). The use of mandukaparni helps to reduce the burning sensation by its Mutral activity and it also helps to increase the urine flow and decrease the symptoms associated with urinary tract infection

Wound healing:

Traditional view: Mandukaparni helps to decrease the inflammation in the skin and helps to bring the texture of skin by its healing property

Modern view: Due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-microbial effect it increases wound contraction and induces the synthesis of collagen and it also heals the wound quickly.


HOW CAN YOU ADD MANDUKAPARNI IN YOUR DAILY LIFE?

The Mandukaparni comes in various formulations includes

Mandukaparni powder:

Take the required amount of Mandukaparni powder as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor and mix it with honey. Consume this paste after your meals to increase your memory

Mandukaparni capsules:

Take the required amount of Mandukaparni capsule and consume it with lukewarm water after your meals to control anxiety

External use:

Mandukaparni oil:

Take the required amount of Mandukaparni oil and mix it with coconut or almond oil. Apply this paste on an affected area to heal the wound quickly

Mandukaparni powder:

Take the required amount of Mandukaparni powder and mix it with honey. Apply this paste on an affected area for 15-20 minutes. Use this remedy to get soft skin


SIDE EFFECTS OF MANDUKAPARNI

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Dyspepsia
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dermatitis

  • Burning sensation


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON MANDUKAPARNI

Is Mandukaparni powder available in the market?

Yes, it is available in the market and it can be brought from online websites or ayurvedic and stores.

How to store Mandukaparni powder?

It should be stored in an airtight container and keep the medicines away from the heat and light and Do not keep the medicines reaching out to children

Can Mandukaparni be used in cosmetics?

Yes, the extract obtained from the Mandukaparni used for cosmetics purpose