Jingini (Jingini (Jhingini, Jalini, Nagini))
Lannea coromandelica, known as Jingini in Ayurveda, is a tropical deciduous tree with a history of traditional use in Asian medicine. It is recognized for its potential therapeutic properties in managing various ailments.
Botanical name: Lannea coromandelica. Also known as: Indian Ash Tree, Wodier, Jighnam, Manjistha, Goddala mara, Goddi mara, Karasu, Oti maram, Jingini, Kalasan, Anaikkarai, Odiyan, Oddimanu.
Properties
Antidiabetic activity, Anti-inflammatory activity, Antimicrobial activity, Antioxidant activity
Dosage
In an experimental study, high and low doses of aqueous and methanolic extracts of Jingini were used on rats. The high dose was 1000 mg/kg body weight, and the low dose was 500 mg/kg body weight.
Classical attributes
- Rasa: Sweet, Astringent
- Virya: ["Heating"]
- Vipaka: ["Sweet"]
Benefits
- Vranahara (wound healing)
- Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
- Kaphahara (reduces Kapha)
Traditional uses
- Skin diseases
- Ulcers
- Inflammation
- Microbial infections
- Fatigue
Dosha effects
- vata: balancing
- kapha: decreasing
- pitta: balancing
Preparation methods
- Decoction: A decoction of the bark can be taken orally to relieve excess thirst and diarrhea. It can also be used as a gargle for toothache, cough, and sore throat.
- Oil (Taila): Jingini Taila is prepared using the general method of Taila Kalpana described in the Ayurveda Pharmacopoeia of India. The ratio is 1:4:16 (1 part Kalka, 4 parts Sneha, and 16 parts Dravadravya). Jingini Twak (bark) is used as Kalka, Tila Taila (sesame oil) as Sneha, and Jingini Kashaya as Dravadravya. Jingini Kashaya is prepared using one part of Jingini Twak (bark) and 14 parts of water, reduced to 1/4th.
- Paste: Jingini gum can be made into a paste with coconut water and applied externally for muscle sprains. Stem bark paste can also be applied externally to relieve body pains.
- Juice: Bark juice can be applied externally to cuts to heal wounds. The juice of green branches can be used as an emetic in cases of coma caused by narcotics. Leaf juice can be used orally or applied to relieve toothache and ulcers.
- Poultice: Boiled leaves can be tied over swellings.
- Powder: The stem bark of Jingini is washed, dried, and powdered. The powder is stored in an amber glass airtight container for preparing extracts.
Contraindications
- High oral dosages may cause stomach irritation
- May cause constipation due to its astringent properties
Side effects
- No side effects have been recorded, but a high oral dosage may cause stomach irritation.
- It may also cause constipation due to its astringent properties.
Interactions
- Generally, Jingini goes well with most dietary supplements. However, if taking more than one product per day, it is best to consult a doctor.
- It's advisable to seek a doctor's advice if taking Jingini with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, it is best to take the Allopathic medicine first, wait 30 minutes, and then take the Ayurvedic medicine.
Clinical evidence
Several in-vitro and in-vivo studies suggest that L. coromandelica possesses antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. A study using mice, found that an extract of L. coromandelica reduced blood glucose levels. Further clinical trials are needed to validate these findings in humans.
Ayurvedic karmas
- Vranahara (wound healing)
- Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
- Kaphahara (reduces Kapha)
Classical clinical indications
- Skin diseases
- Ulcers
- Inflammation
- Microbial infections
- Fatigue