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Brand Name :
Hawaiian Ashitaba Drops, Ashitaba Extract
Synonyms :
Angelica, Kenso, Angelica keiskei, Leaves of Tomorrow
Class :
Vitamins and supplements, Herbal supplementation
Brand Name :
Hawaiian Ashitaba Drops, Ashitaba Extract
Synonyms :
Angelica, Kenso, Angelica keiskei, Leaves of Tomorrow
Class :
Vitamins and supplements, Herbal supplementation
Dosage forms and strengthsÂ
Capsule Â
Leaf-powderÂ
off-label:
clinical trials suggest doses of 200 to 500 milligrams, allowing flexibility in consumption, whether as tea or capsules
To prepare tea, mix 1 tbsp in boiling water, allow it to develop the desired thickness, flavor & aroma, and consume it three times a day
As a dietary supplement, take two or four capsules in a day
Safety and efficacy are not seen in pediatricsÂ
Refer to the adult dosing
Action and spectrumÂ
Action:Â
Ashitaba’s chalcones fight free radicals, preventing disease and aging. Research suggests it can reduce inflammation, aiding conditions like arthritis. Its vitamins and minerals boost the immune system for overall health and sickness prevention.Â
Spectrum:Â
Ashitaba has compounds like chalcones, coumarins, and flavonoids, providing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer benefits.Â
Frequency not defined Â
Hypoglycemia Â
GIT discomfort Â
Risk of bleeding (increased) Â
Blood thinner medication side effects increasedÂ
Blackbox warningÂ
Ashitaba thins blood, raises bleeding risk, and may harm the liver.Â
Contraindication/Caution: Â
Contraindications Â
Hypersensitivity Â
Cautions Â
Renal impairment Â
Underlying health conditions Â
Hepatic impairment Â
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Â
Pregnancy/Lactation:Â
Pregnancy consideration:  Â
No data is available regarding the administration of the drug during pregnancy. Â
Breastfeeding warnings:  Â
No data is available regarding the excretion of drug in breast milk. Â
Pregnancy category: Â
Category A: well-controlled and satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester. Â
<b>Category B: There was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women. Â
Category C: There was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.    Â
Category D: Adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.    Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.    Â
Category N: No data is available for the drug under this category. Â
Pharmacology: Â
Ashitaba, also called Tomorrow’s leaf, is a special Angelica plant with vital nutrients such as vitamins, proteins, minerals, and fiber.Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Ashitaba’s chalcones fight free radicals, preventing disease and aging. Research suggests it can reduce inflammation, aiding conditions like arthritis. Its vitamins and minerals boost the immune system for overall health and sickness prevention.Â
Pharmacokinetics: Â
Limited data is available Â
AdministrationÂ
It is commonly taken in a powder, tea, or capsules form. Â
Patient information leaflet Â
Generic Name: ashitaba Â
Pronounced: AH-shee-TAH-bah Â
Why do we use ashitaba? Â
Ashitaba is rich in antioxidants like chalcones and saponins, which fight free radicals, delaying aging and preventing diseases by reducing oxidative stress. Its anti-inflammatory properties offer relief from conditions such as inflammatory bowel disorders and arthritis.Â
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