Bacopa monnieri is a staple plant in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It grows in tropical and wet environments, and it’s the ability to thrive underwater. Bacopa monnieri has been used for a variety of purposes, including improving memory, treating epilepsy, and reducing anxiety. Bacopa monnieri contains the active compounds bacosides which show antioxidant effects, especially in the brain. Research shows that it may boost brain function and stress and anxiety, among other benefits.
Benefits :
Bacopa monnieri benefits are as follows-
- It may help boost brain function
- To treat ADHD symptoms
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- It may possess anti-cancer properties
- Reduce inflammation
- Help in lower blood pressure.
Side effect :
Bacopa may cause some side effects such as:
- Stomach cramps
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Increased bowel movements
- Fatigue
Precaution:
- Avoid in pregnancy
- Avoid those who have gastrointestinal and urinary tract blockage due to it makes worse conditions.
- Avoid those who have a thyroid disorder that might increase the level of thyroid hormone.
Interaction:
Be cautious with the following combination-
- Anticholinergic drugs interact with Bacopa. Bacopa can increase acetylcholine. Taking bacopa with an anticholinergic drug might decrease its effect.
- Medications used for glaucoma, Alzheimer’s disease, and other conditions (Cholinergic drugs) that interacts with Bacopa might increase the chance of side effects due to an increase in the level of acetylcholine.
- Cytochrome P450 2C19 (CYP2C19) substrates interact with BACOPA. Bacopa might change how quickly breaks down these medications by the liver. This could change the effects and side effects of these medications.
Dose:
In adults, doses of bacopa are taken 300-600 mg daily for 12 weeks by mouth. Advice with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.
