{"id":159119,"date":"2022-05-09T15:20:40","date_gmt":"2022-05-09T09:50:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=159119"},"modified":"2026-01-19T12:06:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T12:06:48","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-kantakari","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-kantakari\/","title":{"rendered":"Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, and 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-69e5faed60e95\" 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-69e5faed60e95\"  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-kantakari\/#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-kantakari\/#Nutritional_Value_of_Kantakari\" >Nutritional Value of Kantakari<\/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-kantakari\/#Properties_of_Kantakari\" >Properties of Kantakari<\/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-kantakari\/#Potential_Uses_of_Kantakari\" >Potential Uses of Kantakari<\/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-kantakari\/#How_to_Use_Kantakari\" >How to Use Kantakari?<\/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-kantakari\/#Side_Effects_of_Kantakari\" >Side Effects of Kantakari<\/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-kantakari\/#Precautions_to_Take_with_Kantakari\" >Precautions to Take with Kantakari<\/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-kantakari\/#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-kantakari\/#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-kantakari\/#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>Kantakari is the common name for the plant <em>Solanum virginianum<\/em>, which belongs to the <em>Solanaceae <\/em>family. The plant is one of the members of the Dashmula (an Ayurvedic formulation of ten herbs) of Ayurvedic medicine. It grows on sandy soil and is found all over India<a href=\"https:\/\/journals.innovareacademics.in\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<sup> <\/sup>This plant is also listed in the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (an official publication presented with a list of medicinal drugs and their uses)<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kantakari has a variety of regional names like Katai, Katali, Ringani, Bhatakataiya in Hindi; Febrifuge plant in English; Bhauringani, Kataringani in Marathi; Katvaedana, Kantakar in Assamese; Kantakari in Bengali; Bharingani in Gujrati; Nelagulla, Kiragulla in Kannada; Kath in Kashmiri; Kantakari chunda in Malayalam; Bhejibaugana, Ankarati, Chakada Bhoji in Oriya; Kandiari in Punjabi; Kandangatri, Kandankatri, Kandanghathiri in Tamil; Nelamulaka, Pinnamulaka, Mulaka in Telugu<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>. Let\u2019s take a dive into the nutritional value, kantakari benefits, kantakari uses and its side effects.<\/p>\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>Kantakari has been found to possess antioxidant properties, which can help protect against oxidative stress.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4027291\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The use of Kantakari has been shown to have positive effects on respiratory health, helping to alleviate symptoms of asthma and bronchitis.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4027291\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kantakari has been found to have hepatoprotective properties, protecting the liver from damage.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4027291\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research suggests that Kantakari may have anti-diabetic effects, helping to regulate blood sugar levels.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4027291\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kantakari has been found to have potential anti-cancer properties, inhibiting the growth of cancer cells.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4027291\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener 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=\"Nutritional_Value_of_Kantakari\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Value of Kantakari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain nutrients like carbohydrates, fatty acids, and amino acids are all found in this plant. It contains phytochemicals like alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, and saponins. It also contains coumarins, beta-sitosterol and solasodine<a href=\"https:\/\/ijapr.in\/index.php\/ijapr\/article\/view\/1216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Properties_of_Kantakari\"><\/span><strong>Properties of Kantakari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This plant may show a variety of helpful properties, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>It may show hepatoprotective (liver protective) potential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show cardioprotective (heart protective) potential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show antidiabetic property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show anti-asthmatic property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show anti-inflammatory (reduces inflammation) property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show anti-cancer activity<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33746655\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show anti-arthritic property<a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show diuretic (increases passing of urine) property<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/292138201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul><div id=\"sfa_container_159119\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_159119\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Uses_of_Kantakari\"><\/span><strong>Potential Uses of Kantakari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The potential uses of Kantakari against many disease conditions are given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Potential Uses of Kantakari for the Brain<\/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\/brain-375x250.webp\" alt=\"brain\" class=\"wp-image-256614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/brain-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Alzheimer\u2019s, depression, and anxiety are the most common brain conditions that affect individuals. Kantakari extract, when given to animals, showed anti-anxiety (relaxing), antidepressant (depression relieving) and memory-enhancing benefits. These benefits could be due to the presence of certain phytochemicals in Kantakari<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33746655\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>. These effects of kantakari on the brain have been observed in animal trials. More studies are required to support the use of kantakari on the human brain. Therefore, you need to exercise precaution and avoid using kantakari without a doctor\u2019s consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Potential Uses of Kantakari for Infections and Oxidative Damage<\/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\/bacteria-375x250.webp\" alt=\"infection\" class=\"wp-image-264483\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/bacteria-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The whole plant extract of Kantakari demonstrated antibacterial activity in a lab study, implying that it could be used to manage diseases caused by pathogenic bacteria. Furthermore, another study revealed that Kantakari has potent antioxidant activity. Thus, it may be used as a natural antioxidant with efficacy in avoiding and controlling oxidative damage caused by free radicals<a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. However, infections require medical diagnosis and treatment. If you are suffering from any infectious disease, make sure to consult your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Potential Uses of Kantakari for Asthma<\/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\/2023\/02\/Asthma-375x250.webp\" alt=\"asthma\" class=\"wp-image-258566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Asthma is an airway inflammatory (swelling) condition. The whole plant of Kantakari may be utilised to manage asthma<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. Histamine is a chemical present in our body that acts as a mediator for asthma. Kantakari extract could show potent antihistaminic activity and prevent airway contraction caused by histamine during a lab trial. Therefore, Kantakari may be used to manage asthma. However, if you are suffering from asthma, you need to talk to your healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy to manage your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Potential Uses of Kantakari 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<p>Kantakari plant extract may show blood glucose-lowering properties in animal studies. The activity shown by Kantakari extract was comparable to that of Glibenclamide, a popular oral antidiabetic medication as observed in the trial. The results of the studies revealed that it had a significant blood glucose-lowering effect and thus may be beneficial for diabetes<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. Diabetes is a severe medical condition that requires you to adhere strictly to doctors advise and treatment. Consult your healthcare provider before you use any herbs to control blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Potential Uses of Kantakari for the 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\/2022\/11\/liver-375x250.webp\" alt=\"liver\" class=\"wp-image-265306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/liver.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kantakari or nelagulla extract was found to exhibit a liver protective effect in an animal study. In addition, Kantakari extract could help avoid liver toxicity. Therefore, Kantakari may be used for liver ailments and avoid liver damage<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. However, if you are suffering from any liver problems, make sure to talk to your healthcare provider before using any herbal remedies as they may cause liver damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Potential Uses of Kantakari for Inflammation<\/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\/07\/inflammation-375x250.webp\" alt=\"inflammaation\" class=\"wp-image-264079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-1024x684.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/inflammation.webp 1618w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Certain components present in Kantakari show inflammation-reducing activity. Kantakari showed good anti-inflammatory benefits by targeting the key factors responsible for inflammation, according to an animal study<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. Kantakari might be used for the management and prevention of inflammation. More studies are required to support the use of Kantakari for inflammation, you are advised to talk to your healthcare provider and make well-informed choices.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though there are studies that show the benefits of the herb in various conditions, but these are insufficient and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of the benefits of herb on human health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>As per Ayurveda, fumigation with kantakari may kill the bacteria in teeth. Its fumes are often administered as a controlled-doasge inhalation in dental pain and caries<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdach.ac.in\/about-dravyaguna-vigyan\/dravyaguna-vigyan-blogs\/kantakari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>7<\/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=\"How_to_Use_Kantakari\"><\/span><strong>How to Use Kantakari?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All plant parts have medicinal values and can be used as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You can make a paste of Kantakari fruits and apply it to your skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The fruits can also be used in the form of juices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The leaves can be made into a paste. This paste can be applied to the skin externally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A decoction can be made from the plant<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/292138201\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You must consult a qualified doctor before taking any herbal supplements. Do not discontinue or replace an ongoing treatment of modern medicine with an ayurvedic\/herbal preparation without consulting a qualified doctor.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Ayurveda recommends the blood purifying activity of kantakari for various skin and blood disorders. However, it is always best to have a professional take a look at the signs associated with the disorder and diagnose the condition before he recommends the use of kantakari<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdach.ac.in\/about-dravyaguna-vigyan\/dravyaguna-vigyan-blogs\/kantakari\/\"><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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_Kantakari\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects of Kantakari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no data available on the side effects associated with the use of Kantakari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you experience any side effects after using Kantakari, reach out to your healthcare provider immediately. Also, talk to your doctor before using any herbal remedy against disease conditions. It will help you avoid unwanted side effects.\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-lohasava\/\"><strong><em> <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Lohasava: Uses, Benefits &amp; Side Effects<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_to_Take_with_Kantakari\"><\/span><strong>Precautions to Take with Kantakari<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kantakari is a plant with medicinal value. There are certain precautions that need to be taken before using Kantakari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For pregnant women<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a lack of data regarding the safety of Kantakari in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Therefore, its use should be avoided by pregnant and breastfeeding women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For children and the elderly<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is not enough scientific data available regarding the safety of Kantakari in children and elderly. Therefore, necessary precautions and proper consultation should be taken before giving it to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before using Kantakari against any disease condition, make sure to talk to your healthcare provider about the possible precautions associated with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-amritarishta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amritarishta: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and more!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/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 no sufficient evidence available on the interactions of Kantakari with other drugs. However, if you are taking medicines for any health conditions, you can talk to your doctor about the possible interactions of the drug with other herbs and medicines. This will help you make well-informed choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-star-anise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Star Anise (Chakra Phool): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/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-1768555658036\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is Kantakari?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Kantakari is a medicinal plant used in the Ayurveda system of medicine. It is scientifically known as <em>Solanum virginianum<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555664485\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the uses of Kantakari?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Kantakari has a wide range of potential uses. The entire plant may be used to manage a variety of health conditions. You may use fruit paste to manage pimples and swellings. You may drink fruit juice to manage rheumatism and sore throat. The paste of leaves may be used to relieve pains and manage gonorrhoea. Seeds may be used to manage asthma and cough. Plant roots can be used as diuretics and expectorants (to loosen up mucous and manage cough)<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/292138201\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>. However, you are advised to talk to your healthcare provider before using kantakari or any herbal remedy against disease conditions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555673928\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Kantakari an Ayurvedic medicine?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Kantakari is used as Ayurvedic medicine. Kantakari is one of the members of the Dashmula of the Ayurvedic system of medicine. It is enlisted in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia of India<a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<sup> <\/sup>it should be taken under the guidance of an ayurvedic physician.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555682305\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What do you call Kantakari in English?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Kantakari is called a Febrifuge plant in English<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555690350\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How to use Kantakari for teeth?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Dried fruit ash can be used to relieve toothaches<a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<sup> <\/sup>However, if you are suffering from any dental problems, you need to consult your dentist.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555699940\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the health benefits of Kantakari?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Kantakari has a wide range of health benefits. It is used in managing diabetes, liver damage, inflammation, cancer, asthma, and brain disorders. It also possesses antibacterial and antioxidant properties<a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33746655\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. Before using Kantakari for any of these conditions, or health benefits, you should consult with a doctor.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555709784\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the benefits of Kantakari in diabetes?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Kantakari extract has shown blood-glucose-lowering benefits during animal trials. More studies are required to support the use of Kantakari in diabetes. Therefore, it should not be taken without consulting with a doctor. Kantakari should be taken under the supervision of your doctor<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1768555717269\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How to use Kantakari leaves for the skin?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can make a paste with the leaves of Kantakari. This paste can be applied to the skin to get the benefits<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/292138201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>. If you are suffering from any skin condition, you should consult with a skin doctor first before using anything. Kantakari should be used under the supervision of an Ayurvedic doctor.<\/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. Prashith Kekuda TR, Raghavendra HL, Rajesh MR, Avinash HC, Ankith GN, Karthik KN. Antimicrobial, insecticidal, and antiradical activity of Solanum Virginianum l. (Solanaceae). Asian J Pharm Clin Res. 2017 Nov;10(11):163\u20137.\u00a0 Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/innovareacademics.in\/journals\/index.php\/ajpcr\/article\/view\/20180<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India Part-I Volume-I. Vol. 1. Government Of India Ministry of Health And Family Welfare Department Of Ayush; Available from:<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> http:\/\/www.ayurveda.hu\/api\/API-Vol-1.pdf<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Sayali S, Ashok R, Manju P, Vivek P. Preliminary Antimicrobial Study of Kantakari (Solanum Xanthocarpum Schrad &amp; Wendl) By Ditch Plate Technique. International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research [Internet]. 2019 Aug;7(5):23-7. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/ijapr.in\/index.php\/ijapr\/article\/view\/1216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/ijapr.in\/index.php\/ijapr\/article\/view\/1216<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Javaid U, Javaid S, Ashraf W, Rasool MF, Noman OM, Alqahtani AS, et al. Chemical Profiling and Dose-Dependent Assessment of Fear Reducing and Memory-Enhancing Effects of Solanum virginianum in Rats. Dose Response [Internet]. 2021 Mar 4 [cited 2022 Apr 14];19(1):1559325821998486. Available from:<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/33746655\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/33746655<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Teli N, Rane MH, Sahu NK, Ajgoankar SS, Teli NC, Verma DR. A Holistic Approach on Review of Solanum virginianum. L. Research And Reviews: Journal of Pharmacy And Pharmaceutical Sciences3 [Internet]. 2014;3(3). Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/292138201\"> https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/292138201<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Parmar S, Navin S. Solanum xanthocarpum (Yellow Berried Night Shade): A review. Scholars Research Library [Internet]. 2010;2(4):373\u201383. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267367491<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Shri Dhanwantry Ayurvedic College &amp; Hospital. Kantakari \u2013 Dravyaguna Vigyan Blogs [Internet]. Chandigarh: Shri Dhanwantry Ayurvedic College &amp; Hospital; [cited 2026 Jan 16]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdach.ac.in\/about-dravyaguna-vigyan\/dravyaguna-vigyan-blogs\/kantakari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.sdach.ac.in\/about-dravyaguna-vigyan\/dravyaguna-vigyan-blogs\/kantakari\/<\/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. 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