{"id":156837,"date":"2022-03-16T11:54:11","date_gmt":"2022-03-16T06:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=156837"},"modified":"2026-04-08T11:11:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:11:09","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-akarkara","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-akarkara\/","title":{"rendered":"Akarkara (Pellitory): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects &amp; 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-69e7d59974463\" 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-69e7d59974463\"  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-akarkara\/#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-akarkara\/#Chemical_Constituents\" >Chemical Constituents<\/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-akarkara\/#Nutritional_Benefits\" >Nutritional Benefits<\/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-akarkara\/#Akarkara_Uses\" >Akarkara Uses<\/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-akarkara\/#Benefits_Of_Akarkara\" >Benefits Of Akarkara<\/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-akarkara\/#How_To_Use_Akarkara\" >How To Use Akarkara?<\/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-akarkara\/#Precautions_To_Take_with_Akarkara\" >Precautions To Take with Akarkara<\/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-akarkara\/#Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\" >Interactions 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-akarkara\/#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-akarkara\/#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>Anacyclus pyrethrum, commonly known as Akarkara in Hindi and Pellitory in English, is an important medicinal plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is also called Akkirakaram in Marathi. The roots of the plant have good therapeutic value as per the traditional systems of medicine<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. It is also known as the African pyrethrum. The species is Indigenous to Morocco, Spain, and Algeria and has two varieties: <em>Anacyclus pyrethrum<\/em> <em>var. pyrethrum<\/em> (L.) and <em>Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus<\/em> (Ball) Maire<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/324042819\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>. Some varieties can be found in Jammu Kashmir, and Bengal. It is imported to India from Algeria<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Constituents\"><\/span><strong>Chemical Constituents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phytochemicals like alkaloids, coumarins, flavonoids, and tannins are present in the Anacyclus pyrethrum variety. The root extract contains free fatty acids, sterols, and unsaturated amides. Pellitorin, anacyclin, phenylethylamine, inulin, polyacetylenic amides, and sesamin<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phytochemical screening of<strong> <\/strong>Akarkara shows the presence of carbohydrates, proteins, and amino acids<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9573456\/\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Akarkara_Uses\"><\/span><strong>Akarkara Uses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The therapeutic uses of Akarkara are due to the presence of phytochemicals like Flavonoids and terpenoids. The roots and leaves of the Akarkara have a therapeutic role in the traditional Unani and Ayurvedic systems of medicine as well as the herbal medicine of the East<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The plant is used as an\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>anti-inflammatory\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>antibacterial\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>aphrodisiac\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>antiviral\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>carminative\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>diuretic\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>emmenagogue (stimulate menstrual flow)\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vermifuge (anthelmintic)\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>febrifuge (reducing fever)\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sialagogue (stimulate saliva)\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>analgesic (pain reliever)\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>antiarthritic\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>nerve tonic<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0<\/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>Maintain your oral health by using a herbal formulation (dantkanti) containing Akarkara (Anacyclus pyrethrum). Akarkara might help in strengthening teeth and gums and relieves toothache as they possess antibacterial, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/328600529_Comparative_studies_between_herbal_toothpaste_dantkanti_and_non-herbal_tooth_paste\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.<\/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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_Of_Akarkara\"><\/span><strong>Benefits Of Akarkara<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Benefits of Akarkara in 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\/06\/Diabetes-375x250.webp\" alt=\"diabetes\" class=\"wp-image-257103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Oral administration of the root extract of Akarkara was beneficial in bringing down spiked blood glucose levels in diabetic animal models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Akarkara could show antidiabetic benefits in animal studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Further trials on humans are awaited to make it available as mainstream anti-diabetes medication<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul><div id=\"sfa_container_156837\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_156837\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Benefits of Akarkara on the Central Nervous System (CNS)<\/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\/central-nervous-system-375x250.webp\" alt=\"central nervous system \" class=\"wp-image-258232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/central-nervous-system-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Akarkara root extract produced significant antidepressant effects in animal studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Akarkara also showed muscle relaxant benefits in animal models<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extract of Akarkara enhanced memory and showed improvement in cognitive processes by increasing the brain levels of the enzyme cholinesterase<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10655324\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extract of Akarkara also showed anticonvulsant activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The extract reduced seizures associated with cognitive impairment and reduced oxidative stress in an experimental model of seizures<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21993359\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>. Animal studies have confirmed the CNS activities of Akarkara.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>However, the same activities are yet to be established in humans through trials.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Benefits of Akarkara for Immunity<\/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\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-375x250.webp\" alt=\"makes your immunity stronger\" class=\"wp-image-248382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/14060655\/Immunity-stonger-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Akarkara extract showed immunostimulatory activity in rat models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There was a huge improvement in the humoral as well as the cellular component of immunity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The results suggest the potential use of Akarkara as an immunomodulator in the Ayurvedic system of medicine<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Benefits of Akarkara in Wound Healing<\/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\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Akarkara plant extract showed wound healing benefits in rats which were evident by the improvement in the wound diameter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The wound-healing activity of Akarkara could be attributed to its antibacterial properties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The wound healing benefit could also be attributed to the anti-inflammatory activity of Akarkara<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/324042819\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/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>Polysaccharides extracted from the root of Anacyclus pyrethrum may possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These properties can help in reducing various allergy-causing respiratory ailments<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0378874121007200\"><sup>7<\/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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Benefits of Akarkara as a Fertility Enhancer<\/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\/arkarkara-375x250.webp\" alt=\"arkarkara\" class=\"wp-image-258231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/arkarkara-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The root extract of the Anacyclus pyrethrum improved the sexual potential of rats in an animal trial.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extract of Anacyclus pyrethrum also showed a potent libido-enhancing ability, along with its fertility-enhancing effects in several animal trials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Akarkara extract has shown promising results as a fertility enhancer in animal trials, but these activities are yet to be confirmed in humans<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/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>Improve your digestive health with Akarkara. Akarkara roots might aid in increasing and stimulating the secretion of saliva and other digestive juices which help in improving digestive health. Additionally, they might facilitate gas flatulence due to their carminative property<a href=\"https:\/\/japsonline.com\/admin\/php\/uploads\/1818_pdf.pdf\"><sup>8<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-smita-barode--74\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Smita Barode, B.A.M.S, M.S.<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_Akarkara\"><\/span><strong>How To Use Akarkara?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Akarkara can be used in powdered form. The powder can be taken with honey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An Ayurvedic physician will better guide you on the dose and frequency of taking the powder.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-ashokarishta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Ashokarishta \u2013 Uses, Benefits, Side Effects &amp; Precautions<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_To_Take_with_Akarkara\"><\/span><strong>Precautions To Take with Akarkara<\/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 with the<a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/online-doctor-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> doctor\u2019s advice <\/a>and supervision.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are no safety studies about its usage in children.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-triphala\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Triphala: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects &amp; More!<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\"><\/span><strong>Interactions 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 Akarkara with other drugs. Therefore, patients are advised to talk to a doctor about its usage if using any other medication or supplement.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-kumaryasava\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Kumaryasava \u2013 Uses, Benefits &amp; Side Effects<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/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-1762940376782\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the benefits of Akarkara in Diabetes?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Akarkara root extract is beneficial in reducing blood sugar levels as is evident in animal studies<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. However, further trials on human beings are awaited, as the same is not confirmed in humans. Though there are benefits associated with using Akarkara in diabetes, it should not be used as an alternative or replacement for conventional therapy. Avoid self-medication.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940425965\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the benefits of Akarkara on wound healing?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Akarkara plant extract showed wound-healing activity in animal trials. The efficacy is yet to be confirmed in humans<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/324042819\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940433497\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Akarkara helpful in increasing Libido?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Extracts of Anacyclus pyrethrum have shown a potent libido-enhancing ability in laboratory studies. Further trials are needed to confirm its libido-enhancing activity in humans<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940448361\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Akarkara a helpful fertility enhancer?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The root extract of the Anacyclus pyrethrum improved the sexual potential of rats. It also showed libido-enhancing ability and fertility-enhancing effects in several laboratory studies. Akarkara extract has shown promising results as a fertility enhancer in animal trials. Further trials are needed to confirm these effects in humans<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940458956\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is Akarkara?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Akarkara (Anacyclus pyrethrum) is an important medicinal plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Akarkara in Hindi, Pellitory in English, and Akkirakaram in Marathi<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940468134\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the benefits of Akarkara associated with the brain?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Akarkara has the following effects on brain<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><br>It has antidepressant benefits<br>It is beneficial in enhancing memory\u00a0<br>It also shows cognitive improvement\u00a0<br>It has also shown anticonvulsant activity<br>It also reduces oxidative stress in the brain<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21993359\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a><br>All these benefits have been observed through animal trials and have not been confirmed in humans. Further trials in humans are awaited.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940479362\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is Akarkara called in English?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Akarkara is called Pellitory in English<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940491270\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can Akarkara treat depression?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Akarkara has shown antidepressant benefits in several laboratory trials<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>, but the antidepressant effects are yet to be confirmed in clinical studies. Depression is a psychological illness that requires help from a licensed psychologist. Avoid self-medication as it can worsen the situation, reach out to a medical professional.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762940517173\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Akarkara safe to consume during pregnancy?<\/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<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/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. Estimation Of Total Phenolic, Total Flavonoids And Total Protein Content Of Hydroalcoholic Extract Of Anacyclus Pyrethrum | Request PDF [Internet]. [cited 2022 Feb 24]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333746572_ESTIMATION_OF_TOTAL_PHENOLIC_TOTAL_FLAVONOIDS_AND_TOTAL_PROTEIN_CONTENT_OF_HYDROALCOHOLIC_EXTRACT_OF_ANACYCLUS_PYRETHRUM<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Pandey S, Rani Kushwaha G, Singh A, Singh A. Chemical Composition And Medicinal Uses Of Anacyclus Pyrethrum. 2018; Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/324042819\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/324042819<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. 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Usmani\u202fA, Khushtar\u202fM, Arif\u202fM, Siddiqui\u202fMA, Sing\u202fSP, Mujahid\u202fM. Pharmacognostic and phytopharmacology study of <em>Anacyclus pyrethrum<\/em>: An insight. <em>J Appl Pharm Sci<\/em>. 2016\u202fMar;6(3):144\u201150. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/japsonline.com\/admin\/php\/uploads\/1818_pdf.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/japsonline.com\/admin\/php\/uploads\/1818_pdf.pdf<\/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 and before consuming any medication. 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