Gymnema Sylvestre Dealers in Pondicherry

• Botanical Name: Gymnema Sylvestre
• English Name: Periploca of the Woods; Gymnema
• Common Name: Gudmar
• Plant Part: Leaves
• Part Used: Whole Plant Leaves

Gymnema sylvestre has been used in India for the treatment of diabetes for over 2,000 years. Its leaves raise insulin levels; the leaves are also noted for lowering serum cholesterol and triglycerides. While studies have shown that a water-soluble acidic fraction of the leaves provides hypoglycemic actions.   Uses:The plant is acrid, anti-inflammatory, anodyne, liver tonic, emetic, diuretic. It is useful in hepatosplenomegaly, dyspepsia, constipation, jaundice, helminthiasis, cardiopathy, amenorrhoea.