Ocimum sanctum Linn.

Primary Characteristics

Primary Characteristics

Ocimum sanctum Linn. is not a herb.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological Actions of Ocimum sanctum Linn. are Anti-Periodic, Anti-septic, Aromatic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Exhilarant, Expectorant, Febrifuge.

Seeds:

  • Demulcent
  • Mucilaginous


    • Leaves:
  • Fragrant


    • Indications

    The Indications of Seeds of Ocimum sanctum Linn. are Palpitation, Gonorrhoea, Urino-Genital Complaints, Cardiac Debility.

    The Indications of Leaves of Ocimum sanctum Linn. are Cough, Bronchitis, Catarrh, Earache, Gastric Disorders, Inflammations, Hepatic Disorders.

    The Indications of Oil of Ocimum sanctum Linn. are Otorrhoea, Syphilis, Otitis.

    The Indication of Root of Ocimum sanctum Linn. is Malarial Fever.

    No Contra Indication information is available for Ocimum sanctum Linn..

    Temperaments

    The Temperament of Ocimum sanctum Linn. is 2nd order, warm and dry.

    The Temperament of Infusion of Ocimum sanctum Linn. is 2nd order, warm and dry.

    Available Brands

    BrandManufacturer/Mnf. Representative
    AFTIMOONIHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
    PROSTALINHamdard laboratories Waqf Bangladesh
    SUDURI (REGULAR)Hamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan

    Compound Preparations

    Ocimum sanctum Linn. is used in the preparation of Arq Amber, Arq Gazar Ambari, Arq Maul Lahm Ambari Ba Nuskha Kalan, Endermali, Ma'jun Khadar, Mufarreh Mo'tadil, Muffareh Yaquti Mo'tadil, Safuf Teen, Sherbet Ahmad Shah compounds.

    Dosage

    PartDoseInstruction
    Infusion15.000ml - 30.000ml
    Leaves7.000g - 12.000g
    Seeds5.000g - 7.000g

    Herb's Description

    Ocimum sanctum Linn. is not a herb.

    Taste Odor & Occurrence

    Ocimum sanctum Linn. is not a herb.

    Substitutes

    Ocimum sanctum Linn. is not a herb.

    Active Constituents

    Ocimum sanctum Linn. is not a herb.

    Antidotes

    Ocimum sanctum Linn. is not a herb.

    Warning & Precautions

    Long-term use is not advised due to mucilaginous nature of the seeds.

    Toxicity

    Currently no Toxicity information is available for Ocimum sanctum Linn.. (work in progress)