Pyrus Communis Herb vs Triphala Indian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pyrus Communis Herb

Pyrus communis

Digestive

Amalaki + Bibhitaki + Haritaki

Digestive

Pyrus Communis Herb

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Triphala Indian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Pear tree whose bark, leaves, and fruit are used in folk medicine for urinary conditions, digestive health, and as a nutritive food.

Ayurvedic most famous formula - gentle detox and rejuvenation.

Active Compounds

chlorogenic acid, sorbitol, catechins, quercetin

Gallic acid, Ellagic acid, Chebulinic acid, Vitamin C, Tannins

Traditional Uses

urinary health in European folk medicine, digestive laxative from sorbitol, nutritional food herb

Constipation, Detoxification, Eye health, Digestive tonic, Anti-aging

Modern Uses

mild diuretic, nutritive, antioxidant

Gentle laxative, Antioxidant, Digestive tonic, Eye health

Adult Dosage

Fruit freely as food; 2-4g leaf or bark tea

2-6g powder in warm water before bed

Contraindications

sorbitol intolerance, IBS - high FODMAP fruit

Pregnancy, Diarrhea, Severe dehydration

Side Effects

diarrhea in excess, bloating from sorbitol

Loose stools, GI discomfort initially

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E