Prishnaparni vs Faboideae erythrina

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Prishnaparni

Uraria picta

Musculoskeletal

Erythrina variegata

Musculoskeletal

Prishnaparni

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Faboideae erythrina

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

One of the Dashamoola herbs in Ayurveda, used for musculoskeletal pain, nervous disorders, and as a tonic herb.

Pan-Asian ornamental tree; bark used in Ayurveda and Southeast Asian folk medicine for joint pain and infections.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, steroids, saponins

erysotrine, erythraline, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

Joint disorders, Nervous conditions, Fever, Respiratory complaints

joint pain, skin diseases, fever, infections

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory properties, Analgesic activity, Antipyretic effects, Immunomodulatory support

muscle relaxant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, sedative

Adult Dosage

3-5g root powder daily

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

Contraindications

Pregnancy

pregnancy, neuromuscular conditions, curare-like alkaloids

Side Effects

Minimal side effects reported

muscle weakness with excess, sedation

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E