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Red Sandalwood

Red Sandalwood
Red Sandalwood, commonly known as Raktachandan, is a tree that is native and endemic to India. The wood part present at the centre of the trunk, also known as heartwood, is used for medicinal purposes.
Red Sandalwood is used for skincare and cosmetic purposes. Applying Red Sandalwood powder mixed with honey or rose water helps manage acne and scars due to its anti-inflammatory and healing properties.
As per Ayurveda, Applying Red Sandalwood paste on the wound helps in wound healing due to its Ropan (healing) property. Red Sandalwood bark helps lower blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin secretion due to its anti-diabetic property. Certain antioxidants present in Red Sandalwood bark helps manage high cholesterol levels. Taking a decoction of Red Sandalwood helps to manage dysentery due to its astringent property.
Red Sandalwood powder might cause allergic reactions like contact dermatitis in some individuals. So, it is advisable to consult a physician before using Red Sandalwood[6][7].

What are the synonyms of Red Sandalwood?

Pterocarpus Santalinus, Raktachandan, Ratanjali, Raktchandanam, Shen chandanam, Atti, Sivappu chandanam, Lal chandan, Ruby wood

What is the source of Red Sandalwood?

Plant Based

Benefits of Red Sandalwood

What are the benefits of Red Sandalwood for Stomach ulcers?

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Red Sandalwood helps manage ulcers due to its gastroprotective property. It reduces the production of gastric acid in the stomach. It also has an antioxidant property that fights against the free radical and prevents gastric cell damage[6].
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Ayurvedic View
Ulcer is a condition which occurs due to an imbalanced Pitta dosha and indigestion. This imbalance leads to inflammation, burning sensation, irritation or sometimes bleeding on the affected area. Red Sandalwood helps manage ulcers due to its Pitta balancing and Sita (cold) properties. It reduces the symptoms of ulcers like inflammation, burning sensation, irritation or bleeding and provides a cooling effect to the affected area.
Tips for using Red Sandalwood on ulcers.
1. Take 1-3gm (or as directed by the physician) of Red Sandalwood powder (Edible).
2. Have it with water or honey before taking meals to improve digestion.
3. Repeat it until the symptoms get reduced.

How effective is Red Sandalwood?

Insufficient evidence
Stomach ulcers

Precautions when using Red Sandalwood

Breastfeeding
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Enough scientific information is not available about the use of Red Sandalwood during breastfeeding. So, it is generally advisable to avoid the use of Red Sandalwood or consult a physician before using Red Sandalwood during breastfeeding[2].
Pregnancy
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Red Sandalwood is safe to be taken in food amounts during pregnancy. But, it is generally advisable to consult a physician before using Red Sandalwood during pregnancy[4].

Frequently asked questions

Q. How to make Red Sandalwood paste?

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Red Sandalwood paste can be made by the following method:
1. Mix 1tsp of Red Sandalwood powder to 2 tsp of gram flour.
2. Add a few drops of fresh lemon juice and some rose water to it to make a paste.
3. Apply it on the affected skin area and let it dry.
4. Wash the face with cold and clean water.

References

  1. Balkrishnan A.Shapushpinkh.Ayurved Jadi Buti Rehsya. Danik Bhaskar.2017.
  2. https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-383/red-sandalwoodExternal Link
  3. Kumar D. Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant activities of methanolic wood extract of Pterocarpus santalinus L. J Pharmacol Pharmacother.2011;2(3):200-202. External Link
  4. Garg N. Ayurvedic drugs used in eye disorders. Educreation Publishing.2017. External Link
  5. Gardner Z, McGuffin. American Herbal Products Association’s Botanical Safety Handbook, Second Edition.CRC Press. 2013. External Link
  6. Bulle S, Reddyvari H, Nallanchakravarthula, et al. Pharmacogn Rev. 2016. 10(19):43-49. External Link
  7. Azamthulla M, Balasubramanian R, Kavimani S. A review on Pterocarpus Santalinus. WJPR.2015;4(2):282-292.External Link
Disclaimer
The content is purely informative and educational in nature and should not be construed as medical advice. Please use the content only in consultation with an appropriate certified medical or healthcare professional.

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