Arjuna

Description

• Arjuna decoction (kadha): Boil 1–2 teaspoons of arjuna bark powder in 2 cups of water or milk until the liquid is reduced to one cup. Drink once or twice daily, after straining.
• With milk: Mix 2–3 grams of arjuna powder with milk and consume it once or twice daily after meals.
• With water and honey: Mix 2–3 grams of arjuna powder with water and honey, and take it after lunch and dinner.
• Topical application for skin: Create a paste by mixing arjuna bark powder with water or milk and apply it to affected skin areas for conditions like acne or hyperpigmentation. 

• Medical advice is essential: Always consult a healthcare professional before starting arjuna, especially for serious conditions like heart disease.
• Drug interactions: Arjuna can interact with prescription medications. It may have blood-thinning properties and could interfere with blood thinners, and it may lower blood sugar, potentially affecting diabetes medications.
• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding: There is insufficient research on its safety during pregnancy and lactation, so it is best to avoid it.
• Monitor blood pressure: Since arjuna can lower blood pressure, individuals with low blood pressure should monitor their levels to avoid hypotension.
• Avoid overdose: Excessive intake may cause mild side effects like nausea, stomach upset, or constipation