What it is
Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) is an Ayurvedic herb utilized for women's hormonal health. Its bark is traditionally used to address menstrual irregularities and bleeding concerns.
Supplement · Women's Hormonal Health
Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Lodhra acts on the endocrine and reproductive systems, believed to modulate hormonal activity. Its astringent properties may help manage excessive bleeding. Effects on hormonal balance are typically observed over 4-12 weeks of consistent use.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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 results from Lodhra?
Hormonal shifts and cycle regulation typically become noticeable within 4 to 12 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Lodhra be taken with other supplements?
Yes, Lodhra can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications affecting hormonal pathways.
What is the traditional use of Lodhra?
In Ayurveda, Lodhra is primarily recognized as a uterine tonic, used to manage excessive menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) and irregular cycles.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for hormonal balance
From the blog
Editorial notes
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About Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa)
Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) is a women’s hormonal health supplement used to support hormonal balance. Lodh-tree bark for women’s health and bleeding. 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. Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the endocrine system, thyroid, reproductive system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for hormonal balance. Lodh-tree bark for women’s health and bleeding. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts, 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 hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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 Women’s Hormonal Health category, Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) 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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