# Saireyaka

> Saireyaka (Barleria strigosa) is a plant used in Ayurveda. Lignans show enhanced absorption with lipid co-administration. First-pass metabolism is moderate; flavonoids undergo glucuronidation and sulfation in the intestinal wall. Churna and capsules: store below 25 deg C in airtight containers, protected from light and moisture.

## Key facts

- **Botanical name:** Barleria strigosa

## Names and identification

| Language | Name |
|----------|------|
| English | Saireyaka |

## Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)

| Property | Value | Description |
|----------|-------|-------------|
| **Rasa** (Taste) | Tikta, Madhura | Primary taste |
| **Guna** (Quality) | Snigdha | Physical quality |
| **Virya** (Potency) | Ushna | Heating/Cooling effect |
| **Vipaka** (Post-digestive) | Katu | Post-digestive effect |

## Dosage forms and preparation

**Dosage Forms:** Kwatha (decoction), Churna (powder), Swarasa (fresh juice), Vati (tablet), Capsule, Taila (medicated oil)

**Standard Dosage:** 3-6 g churna per day in divided doses; 10-20 mL swarasa twice daily; 50-100 mL kwatha twice daily

**Bioavailability:** Moderate oral bioavailability for flavonoid and alkaloid constituents (25-40%). [Lignans](/glossary/compounds-g-l/#lignans) show enhanced absorption with lipid co-administration. First-pass metabolism is moderate; [flavonoids](/reference/flavonoids/) undergo glucuronidation and sulfation in the intestinal wall.

**Optimal Timing:** Before meals for Raktapitta (bleeding disorders) indications; morning dose for general Pitta-pacifying action

**Standardized Extract:** Hydroalcoholic extract (8:1 DER), standardized to NLT 2.0% total flavonoids (as [luteolin](/glossary/compounds-l-o/#luteolin) equivalents by UV spectrophotometry); aqueous extract for traditional kwatha preparations

**Shelf Life:** 12 months for swarasa (refrigerated with preservative); 24 months for churna; 36 months for standardized extract capsules

**Storage:** Swarasa: refrigerate at 2-8 deg C. Churna and capsules: store below 25 deg C in airtight containers, protected from light and moisture.

**Marker Compounds:** Luteolin, [Apigenin](/glossary/compounds-1-a/#apigenin), Beta-[sitosterol](/glossary/compounds-q-t/#sitosterol), [Lupeol](/reference/lupeol/), [Quercetin](/reference/quercetinquercetin/) [glycosides](/glossary/compounds-g-l/#glycosides)

### Extraction Methods

- Aqueous decoction
- Hydroalcoholic extraction (50-60% ethanol)
- Cold pressing for fresh juice (swarasa)
- Maceration in [sesame oil](/glossary/concepts-m-y/#tila-taila) for taila preparation

### Synergistic Combinations

- [Haridra](/herb/haridra/) (anti-inflammatory formulations for Raktapitta)
- [Guduchi](/herb/guduchi/) ([immunomodulatory](/reference/immunomodulatory/)-[antipyretic](/reference/antipyretic/) synergy)
- [Sariva](/herb/sariva/) (blood purification formulations)
- [Manjishtha](/herb/manjishtha/) (Pitta-related skin conditions)

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## Sources

- Amidha Ayurveda Herb Database (700+ herbs, CC-BY-4.0)
- Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India

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Incorporates material from the Amidha Ayurveda Herb Database under CC BY 4.0.