Leadwort (Chitrak)
Plumbago zeylanica
A pungent root used to kindle 'digestive fire' and stimulate appetite.
Traditional use (ayurveda): A pungent root used to kindle 'digestive fire' and stimulate appetite.
A pungent root used to kindle 'digestive fire' and stimulate appetite.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A pungent root used to kindle 'digestive fire' and stimulate appetite.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Irritant and abortifacient — never in pregnancy; small, prepared doses only.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Irritant and abortifacient — never in pregnancy; small, prepared doses only.
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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