Kadira

Kadira

Latin Name:

Acacia catechu

Family:

Fabaceae

Name in Different Language:

  • Sanskrit: Khadira, Kath, Khadiraka
  • Hindi: Khair
  • English: Catechu tree, Black Cutch

Pharmalogical Actions:

  • It provides relief from sore throat.[i]
  • It treats Pharyngitis.[ii]

Therapeutic Dose:

  • Decoction: 50-100 ml per day
  • Powder: 3-6 grams per day

Reference

[1] Khatik, Rohit Kumar, and Anita Sharma. “An International Journal of Research in AYUSH and Allied Systems.

[2] Nagi, Ravleen. “Role of Medicinal Herbs in Management of Oral Diseases–A.

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