Clary Sage Seed Oil vs Shatavari Tonic

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Clary Sage Seed Oil

Salvia sclarea (seed oil)

Womens Health

Shatavari Tonic

Asparagus racemosus

Womens Health

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Clary Sage Seed Oil

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Shatavari Tonic

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Clary sage seed oil rich in sclareol with distinct hormonal and anti-inflammatory properties.

The premier female reproductive tonic in Ayurveda; adaptogenic, hormonal, galactagogue, and deeply nourishing; considered the queen of herbs for women.

Active Compounds

sclareol, manool, alpha-terpineol, germacrene, linalool

Shatavarin I-IV, Steroidal saponins, Isoflavones, Asparagamine

Traditional Uses

European hormonal balancing herb, Mediterranean traditional plant

Female reproductive tonic, Galactagogue for breast milk, Anti-inflammatory and adaptogen

Modern Uses

estrogenic balance, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anxiolytic

Female hormonal balance, Lactation support, Menopausal support

Adult Dosage

Aromatherapy or 2% diluted topically

3-6g powder or 500mg standardized extract twice daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, hormone-sensitive conditions, alcohol consumption

Avoid in acute illness with fever, Use cautiously in estrogen-sensitive conditions

Side Effects

estrogenic effects, sedation with alcohol

GI bloating, Weight gain

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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