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Sarpagandha

सर्पगन्धा (Sarpagandha / Nakuli)

Botanical: Rauvolfia serpentina • Common: Indian Snakeroot / Serpentine Wood

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Tikta (Bitter)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Heating)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Ruksha (Dry)

Doshic Action Pacifies Kapha & Vata; may aggravate Vata in long-term unbuffered use

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Sarpagandha is the historic botanical source of reserpine, which sparked modern psychopharmacology. It depletes peripheral and central catecholamines, reliably reducing systemic arterial blood pressure.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Essential Hypertension & Hypertensive Crises
• Psychotic Episodes, Mania & Schizophreniform Agitation (Unmada)
• Severe Persistent Insomnia & Toxic Restlessness
• Scorpion Stings & Poisonous Insect Bites

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Prescription only under a licensed Vaidya. Strictly contraindicated in clinical depression and bradycardia.

Statutory Health Disclaimer: The botanical and energetic descriptions provided on this page are for classical educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional clinical medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. Consult a qualified, registered Ayurvedic doctor before introducing therapeutic dosages.

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