RegulyzePunarnava
Boerhavia diffusa · Root
Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) is a botanical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework, with a permitted limit of Aerial: 20-30 g decoction or 1-3 g powder; Root: 1-3 g. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | Aerial: 20-30 g decoction or 1-3 g powder; Root: 1-3 g | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
Permitted dosage by form
| Preparation / form | Permitted daily quantity |
|---|---|
| Aerial | 20-30 g decoction or 1-3 g powder |
| Root | 1-3 g |
Per India's FSSAI Schedule listing for Punarnava. Quantities are per-day permitted ranges for the stated form — confirm against the current official regulation for your product.
About Punarnava
Punarnava is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a botanical (Boerhavia diffusa). It is listed in India's FSSAI schedules under the regulatory name Punarnava / Itsit. The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Punarnava permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) (listed in the regulation as “Punarnava / Itsit”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Punarnava?
The permitted level recorded for Punarnava is Aerial: 20-30 g decoction or 1-3 g powder; Root: 1-3 g. Limits can vary by product type and market — confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Punarnava belong to?
Punarnava is classified under: Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Punarnava?
Punarnava corresponds to Boerhavia diffusa, with the root used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.