Kantkari vs Lentibularia vulgaris

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Kantkari

Solanum xanthocarpum

Respiratory

Utricularia vulgaris

Respiratory

Kantkari

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lentibularia vulgaris

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Spiny Ayurvedic herb used for respiratory conditions, fever, and urinary disorders; part of Dashamoola formulation.

Aquatic carnivorous plant; used in traditional Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

solanine, solasonine, steroids, saponins, flavonoids

flavonoids, tannins, saponins, mucilage

Traditional Uses

Asthma treatment, Cough relief, Fever reduction, Urinary disorders

cough, respiratory conditions, skin conditions

Modern Uses

Bronchodilatory effects, Anti-inflammatory activity, Antipyretic properties, Antibacterial effects

expectorant, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2-4g powder daily; 500mg extract twice daily

3-5g dried plant tea 2x/day

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Children without supervision

pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild digestive upset, Drowsiness

mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E