{"id":154842,"date":"2022-01-19T20:23:03","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T14:53:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=154842"},"modified":"2026-04-16T12:45:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T12:45:32","slug":"ayurveda-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-shankhpushpi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-shankhpushpi\/","title":{"rendered":"Shankhpushpi: Benefits, Side Effects, Precautions & More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses\u00a0of\u00a0Shankhpushpi<\/a><\/li>
How to\u00a0Use the Herb\u00a0Shankhpushpi?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects\u00a0of\u00a0Shankhpushpi<\/a><\/li>
Precautions<\/a><\/li>
Interactions\u00a0of\u00a0Shankhpushpi\u00a0with Other\u00a0Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nShankhpushpi\u00a0is a plant native to India.\u00a0It is scientifically called\u00a0Convolvulus\u00a0pluricaulis<\/em>. Shakhpushpi is a Sanskrit word. This word basically means or stands for the plant with bell shaped or conch shaped flowers1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>. These flowers can be\u00a0blue or white\u00a0in color.\u00a0In Ayurveda,\u00a0it is recognized as \u201dMedhya\u00a0Rasayana\u201d\u00a0which means a drug that rejuvenates,\u00a0maintains\u00a0and potentiates intellect and\u00a0memory.\u00a0This\u00a0plant is used from\u00a0its\u00a0root to its tips and has a wide range of potential uses in man 3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In India, it is also\u00a0known\u00a0by various other\u00a0vernacular\u00a0names\u00a0like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Sankhapuspa <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sankhapuspi <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Shankhavali <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Aparajit <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Bilikanthisoppu <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Shankhavela <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Shankhapuspi <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sanghupushpam <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Kakkurattai 1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Potential Uses\u00a0of\u00a0Shankhpushpi<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe herb has\u00a0diverse\u00a0potential benefits\u00a0for\u00a0various systems of the body\u00a0which are as follows 1<\/a>,4<\/a>,5<\/a>,6<\/a>,7<\/a>,8<\/a><\/sup>:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Use\u00a0of\u00a0Shankhpushpi\u00a0for\u00a0the\u00a0Brain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Shankhpushpi may have some benefits for brain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Potential Use of\u00a0Shankhpushpi\u00a0for Memory and ADHD <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Shankhpushpi\u00a0may have nootropic potential\u00a0i.e.,\u00a0it may have potential effect on memory, learning capacity and concentration in the person consuming it. It may be able to have some effect on\u00a0conditions like\u00a0attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which is\u00a0usually seen in children,\u00a0wherein the child has trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors or is overly active.\u00a0\u00a0However the studies available are insufficient to validate such claims and the exact effects on humans. You must consult a qualified doctor for proper advice and prescription. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Potential Use of\u00a0Shankhpushpi\u00a0in Alzheimer\u2019s Disease\u00a0&\u00a0Dementia<\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Shankhpushpi may have neuroprotective potential,\u00a0this indicates that it\u00a0may have some beneficial effects on mental\u00a0functions. Its\u00a0antioxidant\u00a0potential and\u00a0anti-inflammatory\u00a0potential may\u00a0have possible benefit over\u00a0brain\u00a0functions\u00a0like\u00a0learning, thinking, reasoning, remembering, problem-solving, decision making, and attention. You must consult a qualified doctor for proper advice and guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Potential Use of\u00a0Shankhpushpi\u00a0in\u00a0Depression<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Due to its potential anti-depressant\u00a0activity, shankhpushpi\u00a0may be able to enhance\u00a0the mood of the person consuming the herb. You must always take\u00a0advise from a professional Ayurvedic doctor before consuming\u00a0the plant\u00a0preparations in\u00a0depression-like conditions.<\/p>
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