Evidence supporting the use of: Asoka Tree
For the health condition: Leucorrhea
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
The Asoka tree (Saraca asoca) has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, particularly for gynecological disorders including leucorrhea (vaginal discharge). Its bark, in particular, is a key ingredient in classical formulations such as Ashokarishta, which is prescribed for a range of female reproductive system complaints. The traditional rationale for its use is based on its astringent, uterine tonic, and anti-inflammatory properties as described in ancient Ayurvedic texts. These properties are believed to help tone the endometrium and alleviate excessive vaginal discharge associated with leucorrhea.
While there are some laboratory and animal studies suggesting that Asoka bark has estrogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities, direct high-quality clinical evidence in humans for its efficacy in treating leucorrhea is limited. Most support for its use remains anecdotal or is based on traditional knowledge rather than rigorous scientific trials. A few small-scale clinical studies suggest possible benefits, but these are not sufficient to draw firm conclusions. Thus, while the use of Asoka for leucorrhea is strongly rooted in tradition, the scientific validation for this specific indication remains modest.
Other ingredients used for Leucorrhea
ashwagandhaturmeric
goldenseal
licorice root
Marshmallow
reishi mushroom
slippery elm bark
vitamin C
Zinc
ferula assafoetida
Rubia cordifolia
Achyranthes
Alchemilla
Aletris
Aerva lanata
Ashoka
Amor seco
Arisaema
bai ji
balsam
banyan
Clerodendrum phlomidis
Cyathula
Euryale seed
Euphorbia
Lactobacillus pentosus
mallow
Pulsatilla
Slippery Elm
Other health conditions supported by Asoka Tree
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Afterbirth Pain
Amenorrhea
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Anemia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Bleeding (internal)
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Colic (adults)
Colic (children)
Cuts
Depression
Diarrhea
Dysmenorrhea
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity
Eye Infections
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Inflammation
Injuries
Irritability
Jaundice (adults)
Labor and Delivery
Leucorrhea
Menopause
Menorrhagia
Menstrual Irregularity
Nausea and Vomiting