Medicinal properties of Adulsa
Adulsa(Adhathoda vasica),also known as vasaka,is distributed all over the plains of India & in lower Himalayan ranges, ascending to a height of 1.5 m.The plant has been recommended by Ayurvedic physicians for the management of various types of respiratory disorders.It posseses potent bronchodilatory,expectorant,anti-spasmodic and anti-septic properties.It also posseses significant antimicrobial activity against gingival inflammation and pyorrhea.It has also shown Uterine stimulant activity,moderate hypotensive activity and thrombopoeitic activity.The leaves of the plant contain two major alkaloids called vasicine and vasicinone which are responsible for its medicinal properties.
MEDICINAL USES OF ADULSA:
- The juice from the leaves and the decoction of the leaves and roots are helpful in asthma, bronchitis, and chronic coughs and breathlessness.
- Commonly used for bleeding disorders, local bleeding due to peptic ulcer, piles, menorrhagia.
- Provides relief in pyorrhoea and for bleeding gums when applied locally.
- Relieves or eases muscular spasms, cramps or convulsions due to its antispasmodic property.
- To stimulate contraction of the uterine muscle, facilitating or speeding up childbirth.
- lowering blood pressure.
CAUTION:It is contra-indicated in pregnant women due to its abortificient property.
