Lodhra
Symplocos racemosa
An astringent Ayurvedic bark used for menstrual and reproductive complaints and topically for skin.
Traditional use (ayurveda): An astringent Ayurvedic bark used for menstrual and reproductive complaints and topically for skin.
An astringent Ayurvedic bark used for menstrual and reproductive complaints and topically for skin.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An astringent Ayurvedic bark used for menstrual and reproductive complaints and topically for skin.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Astringent; limited data; avoid in pregnancy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Astringent; limited data; avoid in pregnancy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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