| > Supplement Index > Arjun / Terminalia arjuna > - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Arjun General Information Arjun is a deciduous tree found throughout India that grows to a height of 60-90 feet. For over three centuries the thick bark has been used in Ayurvedic medicine as a cardiac tonic. The bark of the tree contains calcium salts, magnesium salts, tannins and glucosides and has stimulant, tonic, antibacterial, antimutagenic, and astringent properties. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Arjun Uses & Scientific Evidence For Arjun improves cardiac muscle function and pumping actions of the heart. Scientific studies have shown Arjun to be very effective when used regularly over a period of time for the treatment of angina, coronary artery disease, heart failure, edema, and possibly hypercholesterolemia. Studies have also shown Arjun to have positive effects in the treatment of gonorrhea. Externally, this herb has been used to treat acne, blemishes, wounds, dysentery, and diarrhea. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Arjun Dosage Information Arjun comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. It is best to consult with your physician before using Arjun to treat any heart condition. For external use, read and follow product label directions. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Arjun Safety & Interaction Information Arjun is generally regarded as safe when taken in the recommended doses; however, those suffering from heart disease should consult with their physician before using Arjun. Safety in young children, nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease is not known. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - Buy Arjun Products and Supplements Below |