Nirgundi
Vitex negundo
An Ayurvedic 'reliever of pain' used (often as oil) for joint and muscle pain and headaches.
Traditional use (ayurveda): An Ayurvedic 'reliever of pain' used (often as oil) for joint and muscle pain and headaches.
An Ayurvedic 'reliever of pain' used (often as oil) for joint and muscle pain and headaches.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An Ayurvedic 'reliever of pain' used (often as oil) for joint and muscle pain and headaches.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Relative of chasteberry — may affect hormones; avoid in pregnancy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Relative of chasteberry — may affect hormones; 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.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.