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What is ashwagandha effective for?

Answer generated on June 4, 2024

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Ashwagandha has shown potential effectiveness against various neurological and psychological conditions, but detailed clinical studies and toxicological analysis are needed for its safe use.[1]

  • Ashwagandha may be beneficial in managing conditions like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and Huntington's disease.[1]

  • It could also help in conditions such as ischemic stroke, sleep deprivation, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.[1]

  • There is potential use in psychiatric disorders including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.[1]

  • The mechanisms through which ashwagandha may exert its effects have been explored but require further clinical validation.[1]

  • Safety and efficacy need thorough investigation in preclinical and clinical settings due to the lack of detailed toxicological data.[1]

Additional info

While ashwagandha is traditionally used and has shown promise in preclinical studies for a variety of conditions, its clinical applications are still under investigation. The physician should consider that while the herb is associated with traditional uses in Ayurvedic medicine, the evidence for its effectiveness and safety in rigorous clinical trials is not yet conclusive. This necessitates cautious use, especially considering the potential for interactions with other medications and the lack of standardized dosing guidelines. Further research will be crucial to determine its place in therapy, particularly for neurological and psychological conditions. The potential for ashwagandha to interact with conventional pharmaceuticals should also be considered, and monitoring for adverse effects is recommended when used.

References

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Paul S, Chakraborty S, Anand U, et al. Withania Somnifera (L.) Dunal (Ashwagandha): A Comprehensive Review on Ethnopharmacology, Pharmacotherapeutics, Biomedicinal and Toxicological Aspects. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & Pharmacotherapie. 2021;143:112175. doi:10.1016/j.biopha.2021.112175.

Publish date: November 1, 2021.

W. somnifera was found to be especially active against many neurological and psychological conditions like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Huntington's disease, ischemic stroke, sleep deprivation, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The probable mechanism of action that imparts the pharmacological potential has also been explored. However, in-depth studies are needed on the clinical use of W. somnifera against human diseases. Besides, detailed toxicological analysis is also to be performed for its safe and efficacious use in preclinical and clinical studies and as a health-promoting herb.

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