Rauwolfia Serpentina

Description

Sarpagandha Ghan Vati is an Ayurvedic medicine derived from sarpagandha, a valuable root obtained from the flowering plant, Rauwolfia serpentina.

In Sanskrit, sarpagandha refers to snakeroot as the plant’s root is twisted and resembles a snake. The root of this plant is used in folk and tribal medicine. Alkaline reserpine is a compound produced by sarpagandha which may have beneficial effects on the human body

Properties of Sarpagandha:

Rauvolfia serpentina roots, the Indian snakeroot, devil’s pepper or serpentine wood (Sarpagandha). Alkaline reserpine obtained from the plant is the principal active component.4 Sarpagandha is also known to have many beneficial properties. These include

• May help to Improve blood sugar levels
• May have anti-bacterial properties
• May show anti-diarrheal properties
• May help to Improve heart rhythm
• May have sedative properties
• May help to improve digestion
• May have laxative properties.
• It may have sedative properties.
• May have some effect on schizophrenia.

Potential Uses of Sarpagandha Root:

From ancient times, serpentina roots, and juice have been thought to have properties, attracting the attention of physicians. The roots of this plant are rich in reserpine alkaloid.

Potential Uses of Sarpagandha for High Blood Pressure:

The powder derived from Sarpagandha roots may help as an natural remedy for treating hypertension. In studies it was found that sarpagandha may lower blood pressure and it may have some effect on blood circulation it may have effect on nerve function in the muscles that lead to the heart.6 These properties studied in sarpagandha may indicate its benefits for blood pressure and heart health but these studies are insufficient. You must take advice from a qualified doctor before using sarpagandha for its benefit