Overview
Three-fruit Ayurvedic GI tonic.
- Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)
- Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)
- Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice
- Standardized extract capsule
- Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
- Powdered whole herb
- Traditional decoction or tea
Mechanism of action
Amla, bibhitaki, haritaki blend.
- · Amla, bibhitaki, haritaki blend
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Triphala influences gut motility, mucosal integrity, or microbial balance in the GI tract.
Evidence-based benefits
Gentle laxative and tonic
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Mild GI upset
Drug interactions
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)
Supplement interactions
- Multi-strain probioticSupports microbiome diversity and barrier integrity.
- L-glutamineSubstrate for enterocyte energy and tight-junction maintenance.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
Where to buy
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Triphala for constipation
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Pharmacological review
Gentle laxative effects.
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