{"id":156590,"date":"2022-03-10T15:20:02","date_gmt":"2022-03-10T09:50:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=156590"},"modified":"2026-03-02T10:46:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T10:46:38","slug":"ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/","title":{"rendered":"Nirgundi: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects &#038; More!"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dc9ff80360a\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dc9ff80360a\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#Chemical_Constituents_of_Nirgundi_Plant\" >Chemical Constituents of Nirgundi Plant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#Potential_Uses_of_Nirgundi\" >Potential Uses of Nirgundi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#Benefits_of_Nirgundi\" >Benefits of Nirgundi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#How_to_Use_Nirgundi_Plant\" >How to Use Nirgundi Plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#Precautions_to_Take_With_Nirgundi\" >Precautions to Take With Nirgundi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-benefits-uses-side-effects-of-nirgundi\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nirgundi is an Ayurvedic medicine made from the dried leaves of <em>Vitex negundo<\/em> (Family Verbenaceae), a large aromatic shrub or small tree up to 4.5 m in height, common throughout the country to an altitude of 1500 m in the outer Himalayas<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup>. It is commonly known as Five-leaved chaste trees, which is a large family of herbs, shrubs, and trees, comprising about 75 genera and nearly 2500 species<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common names of <em>Vitex Negundo<\/em> include Nirgundi and Sindhuvara in Sanskrit. Nirgundi is already in clinical use in traditional systems of medicine including Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha for the management of pain, headache, inflammation, leukoderma, enlargement of spleen, rheumatoid arthritis, gonorrhoea, bronchitis, fever, cold and cough<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>. The leaves <em>of V.negundo<\/em> have been reported to possess pesticidal and antifungal properties<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The Sanskrit word for <em>Vitex negundo<\/em>, a plant commonly known as nirgundi, carries a meaningful translation. \u2018Nirgundi\u2019 literally translates to \u2018that which protects the body from diseases.\u2019 This herb holds significance in Ayurvedic medicine, as it is mentioned in all of the Ayurvedic Samhitas, which are ancient texts that form the foundation of Ayurveda<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n<cite><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-siddharth-gupta-73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S M.D (Ayu)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Constituents_of_Nirgundi_Plant\"><\/span><strong>Chemical Constituents of Nirgundi Plant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nirgundi contains at least 0.25 percent of negundoside and 1.0 percent of agnuside when assayed<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup>. The following table contains the chemical components present in the Nirgundi plant:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leaves- <\/strong>\u00a0Vitamin-C, artemetin, terpinen-4-ol, \u00ce\u00b1-terpineol, sabenine, globulol, spathulenol, \u00ce\u00b2-farnesene, farnesol, carotene, casticin, 5-hydroxy-6,7,8, 4\u2032-tetramethoxy (gardenin B), linalool, stearic acid, 5-hydroxy-3,6,7,3\u2032, 4\u2032-pentamethoxy flavone, 5-hydroxy-3,7,3\u2032, 4\u2032-tetramethoxy flavones, betulinic acid, ursolic acid.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seeds-<\/strong> \u00ce\u00b2-sitosterol, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, 5-oxyisophthalic acid, artemetin, vitedoin A, vitedoamine A, vitedoin B, 2\u00ce\u00b2,3\u00ce\u00b1-diacetoxyoleana-5, 12-dien-28-oic acid, 3\u00ce\u00b2-acetoxyolean-12-en-27-oic acid, n-tritriacontane, n-hentriacontane, n-pentatriacontane, \u00c3\u0178- sitosterol\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stem and bark-<\/strong> 3,6,7,3\u2032,4\u2032-Pentamethoxy-5-Oglucopyranosylrhamnoside, vitexin cafeate, 4\u2032-O-methyl myricetin- 3-O-[4\u2032-O-\u00ce\u00b2-D-galactosyl]-\u00ce\u00b2-Dgalactopyranoside,\u00a0\u00ce\u00b2-amyrin, epifriedelinol, oleanolic acid, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, \u00ce\u00b2-sitosterol.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roots-<\/strong> Vitexin and isovitexi, vitexoside, negundin A, negundin B, 6-hydroxy-4-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy)-3-hydroxymethyl-7-methoxy-3,4-dihydro-2-naphthaledehyde, 2\u00ce\u00b2,3\u00ce\u00b1-diacetoxyoleana-5,12-dien-28-oic acid.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Uses_of_Nirgundi\"><\/span><strong>Potential Uses of Nirgundi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The leaves of nirgundi have antibacterial, laxative, antioxidant, anticonvulsant, hypoglycaemic, and anti-inflammatory properties<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>. The roots, barks, and fruits too have medicinal properties. Roots of nirgundi are one of the ingredients of the herbal formulation called \u2018Dashamularishta\u2019, used in the management of colitis, dysentery, diarrhoea, flatulence, fever, vomiting, and colic<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>. The leaves contain alkaloid nisindine, flavonoids like flavones, luteolin-7-glycoside an essential oil, and constituents like vitamin C,\u00a0 and carotene that account for different biological actions<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_156590\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_156590\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group fact-box\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Did you know?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Nirgundi (Vitex negundo) is a medicinal plant with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3336338\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The leaves and roots of Nirgundi are used to make herbal remedies. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3336338\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nirgundi has been used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3336338\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research suggests that Nirgundi may have neuroprotective effects and could be beneficial for neurological disorders. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3336338\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Nirgundi\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Nirgundi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Benefits of Nirgundi for Infections<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-375x250.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-256513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/dried-nirgundi-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Nirgundi essential oil showed\u00a0 antibacterial activity against <em>B. subtilis, S. aureus, E. coli<\/em>, and <em>P. aeruginosa<\/em><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The phytoconstituents d-guaiene, germacrene D, and hexadecenoic acid found in nirgundi are responsible for this anti-bacterial activity<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The leavd extracts possesses a new flavone glycoside, which has antifungal activity against <em>Cryptococcus neoformans<\/em> and <em>Trichophyton mentagrophytes<\/em><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Benefits of Nirgundi for Pain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-375x250.webp\" alt=\"osteoarthritis\" class=\"wp-image-208286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064531\/young-sport-woman-suffered-from-knee-pain-injury-while-running-city-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The anti-inflammatory and pain suppressing activities of fresh leaves of nirgundi are attributed to prostaglandin synthesis inhibition<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When tested in an animal model, the pain relieving activity of extract of <em>V. negundo <\/em>was compared with that of aspirin and meperidine. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The study concluded that the Nirgundi leaves showed strong analgesic activity and may be used as an adjuvant therapy with standard analgesics<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Benefits of Nirgundi for Liver<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-375x250.webp\" alt=\"liver health\" class=\"wp-image-252298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The extracts of <em>V. negundo seeds<\/em> decreased the serum levels of aspartate transaminase and alanine transaminase<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The alcoholic seed extract also showed protective action on the liver against Carbon-tetrachloride(CCL4)-induced liver toxicity<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Benefits of Nirgundi for Arthritis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-375x250.webp\" alt=\"Arthritis\" class=\"wp-image-256492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Arthritis-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The heated leaf is used for managing rheumatoid arthritis-related pain and sprains. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The oil prepared from the leaves can also be used<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Benefits of Nirgundi for Lungs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-375x281.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-256512\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:327px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-375x281.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-2048x1536.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-480x360.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-640x480.webp 640w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lung-health-150x112.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Nirgundi root decoction can be used for managing bronchitis and asthma<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Benefits of Nirgundi for Diabetes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"229\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/30043450\/Diabetes-375x229.jpg\" alt=\"Home Remedies For Diabetes\" class=\"wp-image-224504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/30043450\/Diabetes-375x229.jpg 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/30043450\/Diabetes-480x293.jpg 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/30043450\/Diabetes-150x91.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/30043450\/Diabetes.jpg 741w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The leaf extracts of <em>Vitex Negundo<\/em> were reported for their anti-hyperglycemic activity in animals<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Benefits of Nirgundi for Wounds<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-375x250.webp\" alt=\"wound healing\" class=\"wp-image-254803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-1024x684.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/wound-healing-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Washing the wounds with nirgundi leaves extract can aid in cleaning infected ulcers<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Benefits of Nirgundi for Skin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"229\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/31130944\/Key-to-glowing-skin-375x229.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-214250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/31130944\/Key-to-glowing-skin-375x229.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/31130944\/Key-to-glowing-skin-480x293.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/31130944\/Key-to-glowing-skin-150x91.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/31130944\/Key-to-glowing-skin.webp 741w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Nirgundi leaf juice may be beneficial in managing bacterial and parasitic skin infections. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nirgundi seeds are used to deal with skin diseases and leprosy<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Benefits of Nirgundi as an Antioxidant<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-375x281.webp\" alt=\"plant\" class=\"wp-image-256511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-375x281.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-2048x1536.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-480x360.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-640x480.webp 640w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/nirgundi-plant-150x113.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The water-soluble constituents of <em>Vitex negundo<\/em> possess potent antioxidant activities. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human studies might demonstrate its efficacy in humans<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Nirgundi, a versatile plant, has an amazing mosquito-repellent quality! During the rainy season, the leaves of nirgundi are burned in a fire, that may create a smoky shield that keeps mosquitoes and insects away from both animals and humans<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n<cite><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-rajeev-singh-70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-precautions-side-effects-of-nutmeg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nutmeg (Jaiphal): Uses, Benefits, Precautions &amp; More!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Nirgundi_Plant\"><\/span><strong>How to Use Nirgundi Plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following parts of the Nirgundi plant can be used:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leaves:<\/strong> Nirgundi leaves can be boiled with water and the vapors can be inhaled. Nirgundi leaves can be ground to a paste and applied to the forehead to relieve headaches<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flowers:<\/strong> Flower extracts of Nirgundi may be used in the management of fever, diarrhoea, and liver complaints<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Seeds:<\/strong> The seeds can be used with sugarcane or vinegar for the management of swellings. Powdered seeds can be used in the management of spermatorrhea and serve as an aphrodisiac when used along with dry ginger and milk<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>. The seeds can be made into a paste and used with salt and pepper for applying on fractures<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Roots:<\/strong> Root powder, the tincture can be used for managing dysentery. The powdered root is used for anthelmintic properties. Root extract can be dissolved in tender coconut water for a week to suppress kidney problems<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fruit:<\/strong> The dried fruit powder can be taken orally with roasted common salt and warm water for dealing with menstrual disorders, urinary disorders, and indigestion<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Ayurvedic physician will prescribe you the form and dose as per your needs.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Dry nirgundi leaves have a traditional use of being placed with stored woollen garments. This is because the leaves have properties that repel insects and worms, which may help protect the woollen items from damage<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n<cite><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-smita-barode--74\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Smita Barode, B.A.M.S, M.S.<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-precautions-of-suhaga\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suhaga: Uses, Benefits, Precautions &amp; More!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_to_Take_With_Nirgundi\"><\/span><strong>Precautions to Take With Nirgundi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the following points in mind:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>People with hormone-dependent conditions such as endometriosis, fibroids, or cancers of the breast, uterus, and prostate should not take Nirgundi.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding mothers for lack of safety studies.<sup>4<\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-kaunch-beej\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kaunch Beej \u2013 Uses, Benefits &amp; Side Effects<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688721400892\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How to use Nirgundi leaves?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nirgundi leaves can be used as powder, juice, extract, and paste. The primary process involves boiling or crushing the leaves for chemical extractions<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688721413134\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I use Nirgundi leaves for my skin allergies?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The ethanolic extract of <em>V. negundo<\/em> showed antiallergic activity against mast cells and inhibited oedema (swelling)<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>. Thus, may be useful in dealing with skin allergies once large-scale human studies are done.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688721427427\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I use Nirgundi for fatty liver?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nirgundi has shown and thus, may be used for its protective action on the liver as it prevents inflammation. The extract of seeds can be used to lower elevated liver enzymes and prevent liver damage<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688721444820\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I use Nirgundi for chronic fever and body pain?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nirgundi leaf extracts show high fever-reducing and pain-relieving activities. They may be useful for managing chronic fever and body pain once more human studies are available<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688721458978\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I use Nirgundi for abdominal gas and distention?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nirgundi has carminative action, which can help deal with gas and digestive problems. In addition, the decoction of juice from the leaves too may aid in managing digestive issues<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688721474116\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where to store the Nirgundi leaves or extract?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nirgundi leaves should be stored in a dry airtight container, and they should be kept away from direct sunlight<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, 1st edition, Part I, Volume IX. Delhi (IN): Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of Indian Systems of Medicine &amp; Homoeopathy. Monographs (Extracts). Nirgundi.\u00a0Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Kantesh M Basalingappa, Vinutha T, Gopenath TS, et.al. Medicinal Values and Pharmacological Activities of Vitex Negundo LInn.\u00a0 Journal of Global Trends in Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2020. II (1) 7579-7589. ISSN \u20132230-7346.\u00a0Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.jgtps.com\/admin\/uploads\/ksM8L5.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>Harikesh Mourya, Vikas Rao. The Favorable Role of Alkaloids from Vitex negundo in the Management of Human Ailments. Annals of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology. 2019, Volume 1. Article 1007. Available from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301516186_Vitex_negundo_Medicinal_Values_Biological_Activities_Toxicity_Studies_Phytopharmacological_Actions<\/a> [PDF]\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>SC Ahuja, Siddharth Ahuja, Uma Ahuja. Nirgundi (VItex negundo) \u2013 Nature\u2019s GIft to Mankind. Asian Agri-History Vol.19. No 1. 2015 (5-32). [Internet] [Available from \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ahuja SC, Ahuja S, Ahuja U. <em>Nirgundi (Vitex negundo) \u2013 Nature\u2019s Gift to Mankind.<\/em> Asian Agri-History. 2015 Jan-Mar;19(1):5-32. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.asianagrihistory.org\/pdf\/volume19\/nirgundi-natures-gift-to-mankind.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> <em>The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. 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