What it is
Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) is an Ayurvedic herb known for its use in respiratory conditions. It is a single-ingredient supplement designed to support immune function and respiratory health.
Supplement · Immune Advanced Protocols
Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
coughfrequent-respiratory-infectionsfrequent infections lungsimmune system
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How it works
Kantakari contains alkaloids like solasodine and solanine, which exhibit bronchodilatory and anti-inflammatory effects. It also modulates immune responses, potentially by influencing cytokine production and enhancing phagocytic activity.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see effects?
For immune support, effects may become noticeable within 2-6 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Kantakari be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into broader protocols, but consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications.
What is the primary traditional use of Kantakari?
Its primary traditional use in Ayurveda is for alleviating cough, bronchitis, and asthma.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for immune resilience
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum)
Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) is a immune advanced protocols supplement used to support immune resilience. Yellow-berried nightshade for cough and asthma. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a ayurveda-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the immune system, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for immune resilience. Yellow-berried nightshade for cough and asthma. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Immune Advanced Protocols category, Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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