Active constituents: The herb contains the alkaloids brahmine, herpestine along with saponins, monnierin and hersaponin. Bacosides A and B possess hemolytic activity. Hersaponin is reported to have cardiotonic and sedative properties. These constituents work synergistically to render the herb its pharmacological constituents. Herb functions: Anxiolytic: Brahmi relieves nervous irritation or agitation. It is used traditionally for treating psychosis, epilepsy and anxiety. Memory enhancement: Brahmi has a significant positive effect on the retention of new information. It can elevate the level of cerebral glutamic acid and temporarily increase the gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) level in the brain. It is believed that the endogenous increase in brain glutamine may be helpful in the learning process. Cognitive improvement: Brahmi significantly improves the speed of visual information processing, learning rate and memory consolidation, thus enhancing learning ability. It increases superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels, catalase (CAT) levels, and glutathione peroxidase (GPX) activities in the brain, which improves cognitive performance. Indications: Adolescents and adults: Memory disturbance Mental fatiguee As a supplement to improve mental ability Elderly: Dementia Improvement of memory Contraindications: None Recommended dose: One capsule, twice a day or as directed by your physician Composition: Each capsule contains 250mg extract of Brahmi Note: Since Himalaya’s Pure Herbs are in capsule form, some children below 14 years may find it difficult to swallow them. For this reason, Pure Herbs are recommended for children ages 14 and above. The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat your problem without consulting your doctor.