Respiratory: Asthma, allergy, cough, bronchitis (acute and chronic), upper respiratory infections,

chest congestion (expectorant), POSSIBLY opens breathing passages (bronchodilator),

nasal congestion, infection, nosebleeds, sore throat, tonsillitis, postnasal drip, whooping

cough symptoms(pertussis), clarity of voice-decongestant

Cardiovascular: May help lower blood pressure

Eyes: Sore eyes

Gastrointestinal: Anti-ulcer, intestinal parasites (anthelmintic), nausea/vomiting, gastritis, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, plaque on teeth, liver, acid reflux (GERD), flatulence (gas),

Musculoskeletal: Muscle cramps, gout, rheumatic arthritis, osteoporosis (taken with calcium and fish oil), inflammation, pain, rheumatoid arthritis, gout

Skin: Leprosy, wound healing/infection, stings and bites, skin ulcers, complexion, aging skin

Glucose: May reduce blood sugar

Genitourinary: Heavy menstruation, urinary burninng

Cancer: Antitumor

Neurologic: Memory, headache, anticonvulsant

Mental Health: Sedative, depression

Infectious Disease: Tuberculosis, gonorrhea, malaria,

Other: Fever, blood clotting, diuretic, insecticide, may help remove plaque from teeth, anorexia, tuberculosis

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SIDE EFFECTS: Low blood sugar

CAUTIONS/CONTRAINDICTIONS: Caution in diabetes (may cause hypoglycemia). Caution if taking anticoagulants/blood thinners

FORMS: Tea, powder, capsules, extract, tablets, powder,  leaves, oil

DOSAGE: As directed. Depends on condition and product

Reported doses - often NOT supported by evidence reported by various sources (WebMD, RxList, Epocrates, German Commission E and others). Read dosages and instructions carefully when available on label.

• Respiratory 4-6 tabs TID

• Vasaka leaf powder: 1 - 3 gm

• Vasaka flower powder: 250 - 1000 mg

• Vasaka root powder: 250 – 500 mg

• Vasaka leaf juice: 5 - 10 ml

• Leaf Decoction:  5 gms powder in a glass of warm water

• Flowers: Outer eye compress

*Disclaimer: The material above is for informational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition. The uses listed above are tentative; some have or are undergoing research trials, but many are not FDA-approved. It is essential that you investigate these supplements further before deciding to use them. Check interactions and contraindications on sites like Drugs.com or WebMD. Do not attempt to treat a serious condition like liver, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart, cancer, diabetes, or thyroid issues without discussing it with a healthcare provider first. If you are pregnant, do not use supplements without discussing it with your healthcare provider.