SAFE
Arjuna Bark
Terminalia arjuna standardised
Possibly Safe
V1 Verified
Cardiovascular Herbs
PubMed Studies
2
About
Ayurvedic cardiac tonic from arjuna bark containing arjunic acid and flavonoids for heart failure, hypertension, and angina support.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Modulates cardiovascular function via eNOS activation for vasodilation, inhibition of platelet aggregation, and venotonic effects strengthening venous wall integrity. Antioxidant effects protect LDL from oxidative modification reducing atherosclerosis progression.
📊 Effectiveness
Cardiac tonic and hypertension
Evidence Grade B · 10 studies · n=1,200
Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Hypoglycaemic effect. Antihypertensive interaction. Generally well tolerated.
🏷️ Other Names
Terminalia arjuna standardised