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Ashwagandha Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), addressing stress, anxiety, fatigue.

supplementsayurvedaBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

StressAnxietyFatigueInsomniaMemoryADHD

Ingredients

  • Ashwagandha — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Ashwagandha into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Ashwagandha

Full profile
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
  • CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

Sedatives, thyroid medication

Additive sedative effect; may also increase thyroid hormone levels.

Immunosuppressants

May stimulate immune activity, working against immunosuppressive therapy.

Blood pressure and blood sugar medications

Additive lowering effect on both.