{"id":156711,"date":"2022-03-15T13:38:41","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T08:08:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=156711"},"modified":"2026-03-23T06:50:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T06:50:25","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/","title":{"rendered":"Arjunarishta: Uses, Benefits, 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><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-69d5a5a4ab5e4\" 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-69d5a5a4ab5e4\"  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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#Chemical_Constituents_of_Arjunarishta\" >Chemical Constituents of Arjunarishta<\/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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#Uses_of_Arjunarishta\" >Uses of Arjunarishta<\/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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#Benefits_of_Arjunarishta\" >Benefits of Arjunarishta<\/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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#How_to_Use\" >How to Use?<\/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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#Side_Effects_of_Arjunarishta\" >Side Effects of Arjunarishta<\/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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#Precautions_to_Take_with_Arjunarishta\" >Precautions to Take with Arjunarishta<\/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-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#Interaction_with_Other_Drugs\" >Interaction with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#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-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-arjunarishta\/#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>Arjunarishta, also known as Parthadyarishta,<sup> <\/sup>is a hydroalcoholic formulation of the herb <em>Terminalia arjuna<\/em> belonging to the Combretaceae family<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. It is consumed as a herbal decoction. Arjunarishta is made up of fresh stem bark of Arjuna (<em>Terminalia arjuna<\/em>), Madhuka (Madhuka indica), Draksha (Vitis vinifera), Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa), and Jaggery (Saccharum officinarum). Among these, Arjuna constitutes the highest proportion. It is formulated via a fermentation process that generates alcohol. This alcohol acts as a preservative as well as a solvent<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17051732\/\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Constituents_of_Arjunarishta\"><\/span><strong>Chemical Constituents of Arjunarishta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Arjuna bark contains many phytochemicals, triterpenoids, glycosides, flavonoids, tannins, beta-sitosterol, minerals, and trace elements<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5198828\/\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Triterpenoids:<\/strong> Arjunin, arjunic acid, arjunolic acid, arjungenin, terminic acid, ajunglucosides IV and V, arjunasides A\u2013E, 2\u2033\u03b1,3\u2033\u03b2-dihydroxyurs-12,18-dien-28-oic acid 28-O-\u03b2-D-glucopyranosyl ester\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flavonoids: <\/strong>Arjunolone, arjunone, baicalein, luteolin, gallic acid, ethyl gallate, quercetin, kempferol, pelargonidin, oligomeric proanthocyanidins\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glycosides:<\/strong> Arjunetin, arjunoside I, arjunoside II, arjunaphthanoloside, terminoside A\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tannins: <\/strong>Pyrocatechols, punicallin, punicalagin, terchebulin, terflavin C, castalagin, casuariin, casuarinin\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minerals and trace elements:<\/strong> Calcium, aluminium, magnesium, silica, zinc, copper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uses_of_Arjunarishta\"><\/span><strong>Uses of Arjunarishta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Arjunarishta may help regulate blood pressure<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5884182\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arjunarishta contains many phytochemicals that may function as antioxidants. Phytochemicals like flavonoids, glycosides, phenolic acids, and triterpenoids show antioxidant effects and free radical scavenging ability<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5198828\/\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. This free radical scavenging activity may effectively prevent liver and kidney damage.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arjunarishta is also traditionally used in:\n<ul>\n<li>Lung disorders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heart diseases<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5198828\/\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>absence of motile sperm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of strength and immunity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><div id=\"sfa_container_156711\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_156711\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-dashmularishta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dashmularishta: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects &amp; More!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Arjunarishta\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Arjunarishta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Various phytochemicals present in Arjunarishta may provide many health benefits. Phytochemicals like flavonoids, glycosides, phenolic acids, and triterpenoids possess antioxidant effects and free radical scavenging ability that can reduce inflammation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. 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=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-375x250.webp\" alt=\"diabetes\" class=\"wp-image-266601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-1536x1022.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-2048x1363.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-480x319.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-721x480.webp 721w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/diabetes-2-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Arjunarishta may support blood sugar control and improve insulin sensitivity<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5884182\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arjunarishta may be helpful in managing hyperglycemia, potentially benefiting individuals with diabetes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. For Heart Diseases<\/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\/2026\/01\/heart-health-375x250.webp\" alt=\"heart\" class=\"wp-image-265130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-1024x684.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/heart-health-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Arujunarishta nourishes and strengthens the muscles of the heart<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4220499\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It helps regulate blood cholesterol and blood pressure<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4220499\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The chief constituent of Arjunarishta, Arjuna may reduce angina pain and be beneficial in managing coronary artery disease and heart failure<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4220499\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. For Cancer<\/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\/12\/anti-cancer-375x250.webp\" alt=\"cancer\" class=\"wp-image-261372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/anti-cancer.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The major ingredient of Arjunarishta, arjuna bark, was found to be effective in controlling tumour formation in animal studies<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4087891\/\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vitis vinifera has shown anticancer abilities too and was efficacious in killing cancer cells in in vitro studies<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4087891\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, more research is needed to understand their efficacy in treating cancer in humans.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Traditional uses of Arjunarishta are obtained mainly from its bark. The renowned ancient physician Chakradatta advised administering it as a bark decoction with milk or as a ghrita. It has been observed that consuming a decoction of bark might help in reducing headaches, earache and heart ailments. Dried bark powder mixed with rice water might help in reducing blood in the urine<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-rajeev-singh-70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use\"><\/span><strong>How to Use<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0As per the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Arjunarishta is to be taken after meals with water<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<sup>\u00a0 <\/sup>Dosage should be prescribed by an Ayurvedic physician based on individual health needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_Arjunarishta\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects of Arjunarishta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Consumption of arjuna is associated with mild side effects like body aches, headaches, gastritis, and nausea<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consuming excess amounts of arjuna plant extract, which is the critical component of Arjunarishta, can lead to hepatotoxicity and hypothyroidism<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-drumstick\/\">Drumstick (Sahjan): Uses, <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-drumstick\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benefits<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-drumstick\/\">, Side Effects and More!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_to_Take_with_Arjunarishta\"><\/span><strong>Precautions to Take with Arjunarishta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>There are no safety studies about its usage in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Therefore, it should be used only with the doctor\u2019s advice and supervision in pregnant and nursing women.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are no safety studies about its usage in children.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arjunarishta is known to contain alcohol, which is self-generated during the fermentation process.<\/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>Mentioned in ancient Indian medicinal texts like Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita and Ashtanga Hridayam, Arjunarishta might hold ultimate medical value in managing cardiovascular diseases. Vagabhatta was the one who originally suggested using stem bark powder for heart conditions<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-siddharth-gupta-73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurvedia-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-atibala\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Atibala: Benefits, Side Effects, Precautions &amp; More<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interaction_with_Other_Drugs\"><\/span><strong>Interaction with Other Drugs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a lack of data regarding the interaction of Arjunarishta with other drugs. Therefore, patients are advised to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/online-doctor-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">talk to a doctor<\/a><\/strong> about its usage if they are already using any other medication or supplement.\u00a0<\/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-1748495241181\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is Arjunarishta?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Arjunarishta is a hydroalcoholic formulation of the herb <em>Terminalia arjuna<\/em> belonging to the Combretaceae family. Arjunarishta is composed of fresh stem bark of Arjuna, Madhuka (<em>Madhuka indica<\/em>), Draksha (<em>Vitis vinifera<\/em>), Dhataki (<em>Woodfordia fruticosa<\/em>) and Jaggery (<em>Saccharum officinarum<\/em>).\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495250895\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the uses of Arjunarishta?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Arjunarishta contains many phytochemicals that act as antioxidants. Phytochemicals like flavonoids, glycosides, phenolic acids, and triterpenoids show antioxidant effects and free radical scavenging ability.<sup> <\/sup>Arjunarishta is used in hypertension.<sup> <\/sup>Other therapeutic uses of Arjunarishta are in lung disorders, heart diseases, azoospermia, loss of strength, and immunity.<sup>\u00a0<\/sup><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495258040\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does Arjunarishta contain alcohol?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Arjunarishta is known to contain alcohol, which is self-generated during the fermentation process.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495267773\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Arjunarishta safe for children?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are no safety studies pertaining to its usage in children. Arjunarishta is known to contain alcohol, which is self-generated during the fermentation process. Thus, it should be used in children only after clear consultation with an Ayurvedic physician.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495281950\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the ingredients used in Arjunarishta?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Arjunarishta is an Ayurvedic formulation made from the fresh stem bark of Arjuna (<em>Terminalia arjuna<\/em>), Madhuka (Madhuka indica), Draksha (Vitis vinifera), Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa), and Jaggery (Saccharum officinarum).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495291771\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the side effects associated with Arjunarishta?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Consumption of arjuna is associated with mild side effects like body aches, headaches, gastritis, and nausea. Consuming arjuna plant extract, which is the key component of Arjunarishta, may lead to liver toxicity and hypothyroidism if consumed in excess without proper guidance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495305586\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the heart-related benefits of Arjunarishta?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Arujunarishta nourishes and strengthens the muscles of the heart. It promotes heart functioning by regulating blood cholesterol and blood pressure. The chief constituent of Arjunarishta, Arjuna, is beneficial in relieving angina pain, in the treatment of coronary heart disease and heart failure.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495315933\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Arjunarishta safe for pregnant women?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are no safety studies pertaining to its usage in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Therefore, it should be used with the doctor\u2019s advice and supervision.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495328241\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the precautions associated with Arjunarishta?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are no safety studies about its usage in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Therefore, it should be used with the doctor\u2019s advice and supervision. There are no safety studies about its usage in children. Arjunarishta is known to contain alcohol, which is self-generated during the fermentation process.<sup>\u00a0<\/sup><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748495336247\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can Arjunarishta cure heart diseases?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Arujunarishta nourishes and strengthens the muscles of the heart. It promotes heart functioning by regulating blood cholesterol and blood pressure. The chief constituent of Arjunarishta, Arjuna is beneficial in relieving angina pain, in the treatment of coronary heart disease and heart failure.<br>Arjunarishta shows benefits in improving heart health, but it should not be used as a cure for any heart disease without consultation of a qualified doctor, or as an alternative to conventional medicines.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/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<p>1. Dwivedi S, Chopra D. Revisiting Terminalia arjuna \u2013 An Ancient Cardiovascular Drug. Journal of traditional and complementary medicine [Internet]. 2014 Oct 1 [cited 2022 Feb 17];4(4):224\u201331. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\"> https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25379463\/\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Effect of Terminalia arjuna stem bark on antioxidant status in liver and kidney of alloxan diabetic rats \u2013 PubMed [Internet]. [cited 2022 Feb 17]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17051732\/\"> https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17051732\/ <\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Sivalokanathan S, Vijayababu MR, Balasubramanian MP. Effects of <em>Terminalia arjuna<\/em> bark extract on apoptosis of human hepatoma cell line HepG2. World J Gastroenterol. 2006 Feb 21;12(7):1018-24. doi:10.3748\/wjg.v12.i7.1018. PMID: 16534840; PMCID: PMC4087891. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4087891\/\"> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4087891\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Grace Nirmala J, Evangeline Celsia S, Swaminathan A, Narendhirakannan RT, Chatterjee S. Cytotoxicity and apoptotic cell death induced by Vitis vinifera peel and seed extracts in A431 skin cancer cells. Cytotechnology [Internet]. 2018 Apr 1 [cited 2022 Feb 22];70(2):537\u201354. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28983752\/\"> https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28983752\/\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Shengule SA, Mishra S, Joshi K, Apte K, Patil D, Kale P, et al. Anti-hyperglycemic and anti-hyperlipidaemic effect of Arjunarishta in high-fat fed animals. J Ayurveda Integr Med. 2018 Jan-Mar;9(1):45-52. doi:10.1016\/j.jaim.2017.07.004. PMID: 29249636; PMCID: PMC5884182. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5884182\/\"> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5884182\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Amalraj A, Gopi S. Medicinal properties of <em>Terminalia arjuna<\/em> (Roxb.) Wight &amp; Arn.: A review. J Tradit Complement Med. 2016 Mar 20;7(1):65-78. doi:10.1016\/j.jtcme.2016.02.003. PMID: 28053890; PMCID: PMC5198828. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5198828\/\"> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5198828\/<\/a><\/p>\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. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information before consuming any medication. 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