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Withania (Bam Po Brgyad Pa) Tea / Infusion

A traditional tea preparation using Withania (Bam Po Brgyad Pa) (Withania somnifera), addressing stress, fatigue, anxiety.

teastibetan-medicineBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: Brew fresh; dried herb keeps 6–12 months stored airtightDosage: 1–3 cups daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

StressFatigueAnxietyInsomniaTestosterone BoostingFertility

Ingredients

  • Withania (Bam Po Brgyad Pa) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Withania (Bam Po Brgyad Pa) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Cover while steeping.
  3. Strain and drink.

Interactions & contraindications

Withania (Bam Po Brgyad Pa)

Full profile
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
  • CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects

May have a calming/sedative effect

Watch for: Benzodiazepines, sleep medications, other sedative herbs, and alcohol

Combined CNS-depressant effects can cause excessive drowsiness or impaired coordination.

May have a stimulant effect

Watch for: Other caffeine-containing products, MAOIs, and stimulant medications (for ADHD or weight loss)

Additive stimulant effects can raise heart rate and blood pressure.

May affect hormone levels

Watch for: Hormone therapies, oral contraceptives, and tamoxifen or similar medications

Some herbs have mild phytoestrogenic or hormone-modulating activity that can interact with hormonal medications.