Himalaya Ashvagandha

Tablet · Himalaya
AYURVEDIC PRODUCT

Himalaya Ashvagandha is a tablet made by Himalaya that contains Ashwagandha 250 mg root extract. Ashwagandha is a ayurvedic herb: taken for stress, sleep and general strength.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)250 mg root extract

What it is used for

Taken for stress, sleep and general strength.

How it works

An Ayurvedic herb (Withania somnifera) with small studies showing reduced stress and better sleep.

How to take it

Usually 250 to 600 mg of root extract a day, for up to 3 months.

Common side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Stomach upset
  • Diarrhoea

Get medical help straight away if

  • Yellow skin or dark urine (rare liver injury)
  • Palpitations or anxiety (thyroid overactivity)

Be careful

Rare reports of liver injury; avoid in pregnancy; can affect thyroid levels and add to sleeping-pill drowsiness.

Other medicines and interactions

Can add to sedatives, thyroid medicine and diabetes medicines; may affect immune-suppressing medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in pregnancy (may cause miscarriage) and while breastfeeding.

Ayurvedic products are licensed under AYUSH rules and are not tested the way medicines are. More is not always better: check the dose on the pack, and tell your doctor about supplements you take.

Common questions

What is Himalaya Ashvagandha?

Himalaya Ashvagandha is a tablet by Himalaya containing Ashwagandha 250 mg root extract.

What is Himalaya Ashvagandha used for?

Taken for stress, sleep and general strength.

How should I take Himalaya Ashvagandha?

Usually 250 to 600 mg of root extract a day, for up to 3 months. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Himalaya Ashvagandha?

Common side effects include: Drowsiness, stomach upset, diarrhoea. Get medical help straight away for: Yellow skin or dark urine (rare liver injury), palpitations or anxiety (thyroid overactivity).

Does Himalaya Ashvagandha need a prescription?

It is an Ayurvedic product sold without a prescription.

Can I take Himalaya Ashvagandha in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Avoid in pregnancy (may cause miscarriage) and while breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Himalaya Ashvagandha?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.