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We are offering Cotton Root Extract. Actives : 1.5% flavones. Flavones are mainly found in cereals and herbs. In the west, the estimated daily intake of flavones is in the range 2050 mg per day.[2] in recent years, scientific and public interest in flavones has grown enormously due to their putative beneficial effects against atherosclerosis, osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus and certain cancers.[3] flavones intake in the form of dietary supplements and plant extracts has been steadily increasing.

We are offering Swertia Chirata Extract. it is useful in liver disorders, eyes, heart. a strongly bitter tonic it is an excellent remedy for a weak stomach, especially when this gives rise to nausea, indigestion and bloating and it has also been shown to protect the liver. it also contains xanthones which are reputedly effective against malaria and tuberculosis, and also amarogentin, a glycoside that may protect the liver against carbon tetrachloride poisoning.

We are offering Tinospora Cordifolia Extract or Guduchi Extract. tinospora cordifolia extract is used in leprosy, diabetes, cardiac debility, jaundice and general weakness, anaemia, uropathy tinospora cordifolia extractgiloe extractguduchi extract active ingredient : glycosides 10% & bitter 3% common name : gulanshe tinospora, gulancha tinospora, tinospora chemical constituents and components : main chemical components are tinocordifolin, tinocordifolioside, tinosponone, tinocordioside, cordioside, picroretine, colombine, and columbin. action : glycosides:1. It stimulates the function of macrophage and neutrophilla to produce leucocytosis. 2. It inhibits lipid peroxidation and free radical formation. 3. It decreases the capillary permeability and reduces number of disrupted mast cells. 4. It exhibited insulin like action and significantly reduces the blood sugar level. 5. It possesses antineoplastic activity and show cytotoxic effect on tumor cells by reducing gsh (glutathione) concentration. bitters:1. It reduced oxidative stress and lowers blood sugar level in body. 2. It enhanced lipid peroxidation in the liver and blood of tumor-bearing models and accompanied by significant decreases in the activities of gsh-dependent antioxidant. 3. It lowers the lipid levels especially cholesterol and ldl-cholesterol in body. curing diseases : 1. It is used in burning sensation, hyperdipsia, intermittent and chronic fevers. 2. It is used in inflammations, gout and skin diseases. 3. It is useful in flatulence, dyspepsia, vomiting and stomach problems. 4. It is used in leprosy, diabetes, cardiac debility, jaundice and general weakness. 5. It is also used in anaemia, uropathy and splenopathy.

We are offering Curculigo Orchioides Extract and Kali Musli Extract. Curculigo orchioides extract used in case of hypertension among women at late ages and chronic arthritis. Also used as tonic curculigo orchioides extract common curculigo extractnatural extracts botanical name : curculigo orchioides family name : amaryllidaceae common name : common curculigo, golden eye-grass part used : roots habitat : throughout india product offered : roots uses : curculigo orchioides grows as forest herb. Since generations. In ayurveda, root is heating, fatigue, alternative, fattening and useful in treatment of piles, appetizer, blood related disorders etc. According to unani system root is carminative, tonic, antipyretic and useful in bronchitis, ophthalmia, indigestion, vomiting, diarrhoea, lumbago, gonorrhea, gleet, hydrophobia, joint pains etc. Used in case of hypertension among women at late ages and chronic arthritis. Also used as tonic.

We are offering mulethi extract. specifications1.licorice p.e. Glycyrrhiza glabra 2.plant extract glycyrrhizic acid 20%, 90% 3.glycyrrhizic acid mulethi extractlicorice (glycyrrhiza glabra) has been used in food and as medicine for thousands of years. Also known as "sweet root, " licorice root contains a compound that is about 50 times sweeter than sugar. Licorice root has been used in both eastern and western medicine to treat a variety of illnesses, ranging from the common cold to liver disease. It acts as a demulcent, a soothing, coating agent, and as an expectorant, meaning it helps get rid of phlegm. It is still used today for several conditions, although not all its uses are supported by scientific evidence.one small study found that people with canker sores who gargled 4 times per day with dgl dissolved in warm water found pain relief.n one study, licorice gel, applied to the skin, helped relieve symptoms of itching, swelling, and redness. A gel with 2% licorice worked better than a gel with 1% licorice. englishproduct name: licorice p.elatin name: glycyrrhiza glabraactive ingredients: glycyrrhizin acidorigin: licorice rootspecification:10%, 28% glycyrrhizin acid hplc(100%natural extract)appearance: brown powderextract method:grain alcohol test method:hplcproduct name: licorice p.e origin: licorice root appearance: brown powder active ingredients: glycyrrhizin acid10%, 20%, 25%, 65%, 90%) has the functions of adrenocortical hormones2) has the functions of resisting ulcer, inflammation and allergy. 3) detoxify, antibiotic, obviously suppress hiv appreciation to strengthen the immunity. 4) resist brain diseases caused by blood deficiency, preventing artery sclerosis from occurring and development. storage : stored in cool & dry placekept away from strong light and heatshelf life: 2 years when properly storedpackage: 25kg fibre drum with two double plastic bag with non-toxic.

We are offering gotukola extract. specifications1.gotu kola extract; origin india 2.latin name:centella asiatica extract 4.asiaticosides 3.appearance: brown powder centella asiatica gotukola extract from india asiaticoside 10 to 90% by hplc centella asiatica extractappearance: brown powdercommon name: centella asiatica extractp.e. part of uesed: aerial partspecification: asiaticoside 10%-90% hplcparticle size: 100% pass through 80 mesh the main functions of centella asiaticagotu kola extract:clear effect on promoting repairing skin damage, widely used for externalapplication in skin and for skin-care productsclear promotion effect on hska & hsfb, also with promotion effect on theformation of dna promoting wound healing and stimulating granulation growingquenching free radical, antioxidant, and anti-aginganti-depressive function: regulating immunity and improving blood circulation lowering cholesterinand and getting rid of excess fat. protecting skin tissue, promoting wound healing, treating skin ulcer, such as intractable trauma, skin tuberculosis and lepra. owning good therapeutic effect on venous infufficiency and varicose vein improving sleep quality and enhancing memory ability . alleviating arthrodynia and scleriasis application:applied in phamaceutical field, it is used as phamaceutical raw material to treat injuries from fall, infectious hepatitis and epidemic cerebrospinal meningitis. applied in healthcare field, it is used in the health products to nourish brain, protect liver and improve sleep quality. applied in comestics, it is used to promote skin metabolism and make skin more tender and firmproduct specificationtestspecificationdescriptionbrown colored powderwater soluble extractives(%ww)nlt 80%alcohol soluble extractives(%ww)nlt 60%loss on drying (%ww)nmt 5%ph (1% wv in water)5-7total ash (%ww)nmt 8%assay asiaticosides content (ww) by hplcnlt 20.0 %madecassic acid (as is)nlt 30.0%microbiological limits total bacterial countnmt 1000cfugmtotal funginmt 50 cfugme coliabsentsalmonellaabsentheavy metalnmt 10 ppm.

we offer Tribulus Terrestris Extract.SpecificationsProduct: Saw Palmetto Extract Active ingredient: Total fatty acids Specification: 25%; 45% Test by GC Source: India Product: Saw Palmetto ExtractLatin Name: Serenoa repens Bartr.SmallUsed Part: extracted from the fruits of saw palmettoActive Ingredient: total fatty acidsCAS No.: 84604-15-9Specification: total fatty acids min 25%; 45% Test By GCAppearance: light yellow to white fine powder Saw palmetto extract is an extract of the fruit of Serenoa repens. It is rich in fatty acids and phytosterols. It has been used in traditional, eclectic, and alternative medicine for a variety of indications, most notably benign prostatic hyperplasia. For centuries, the crude extracts of saw palmetto have been used to improve sperm production and to increase breast size and sexual vigor, but the most effective and only scientifically based use is to improve symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Anti-inflammatory, Bladder Health Maintenance, Hormonal Imbalances, Enhance Immune Function, Male Health Maintenance, Prostate Health Maintenance, Urinary Problems. Application:1) Saw palmetto is used for treatment of stomachache and dysentery2) It is also used as a diuretic and sexual tonic.3) Saw palmetto fruits began to gain popularity for its proven efficacy particularly in preventing and treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia(BPH) and hair loss. Other Key Extracts: Andrographis paniculata, Bacopa monnieri Extract, Banaba Leaf Extract, Boswellia Extract, Centella asiatica , Curcumin Extract, Fenugreek Extract, Garcinia cambogia, Grape Seed Extract, Green Coffee Extract, Green Tea Extract, Griffonia simplicifolia Extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Gymnema sylvestre, Mucuna pruriens, Pomegranate Extract, Spirulina Powder, Tribulus terrestris, Valeriana officinalis, Withania somnifera Extract, White Kidney Beans Extract, Zingiber officinale.

We offer withanolides extract. Specificationsashwagandhawithanolidesashwagandha price active:alkaloids, withanolides 1.ashwagandha p.e.root 1.5% to 8%, in india ashwagandha extract and its benefits ashwagandha, indian winter cherry - is a shrub cultivated in india and north america whose roots have been used for thousands of years by ayurvedic practitioners. The root contains flavonoids and many active ingredients of the withanolide class. Several ashwagandha root has also been noted to have sex-enhancing properties since ancient time. Many people notice a relaxing effect within hours of taking a 500 mg pill. withania somnifera, is an herb that is extensively used in ayurveda, the traditional health care system in india. This herb is used as a general tonic. product specificationparameterspecification description identification loss on drying (at 105 c) particle size assay total withanoloide total alkaloide microbial analisys total plate count yeast and mould coliforms e. Coli salmonella spp. shigella heavy metal light brown colour powder positive for alkaloide nmt 5.0 % 100 % pass through 60 mesh nlt 1.5 % nlt 0.5 % nmt 5000 cfugm nmt 50 cfugm absent absent absent absent nmt 20 ppm

We are offering indian shilajeet extract. Specificationsshilajeet shilajit asphaltum from india fluvic acid 1%, 5% asphalt shilajeet extract indian shilajeet extract best price shilajeet shilajit asphalt asphaltum shilajit in sanskrit means "conqueror of mountains & destroyer of weakness". It comes from the rocks in the lower himalayas and is the most important natural remedy of ayurvedic medicine. The active principle of shilajit is fulvic acid. chemical constituents and components : main components are 50% fulvic acid, uronic acid, phenolic glucosides, benzopyronens, hippuric acid, biphenyl metabolites, amino acids, phenols and 85 minerals. action & uses of shilajit :locally antiseptic, anodyne, parasiticide and antiphlogistic. Internally alterative, tonic, slightly laxative, cholagogue, respiratory stimulant, disinfectant and expectorant, intestinal antiseptic, diuretic and lithontriptie. why to buy shilajeet extract from svagrofood?features:-1.high quality product2.made from natural sources 3.no artificial color &flavour4.free from gmo5.gmp-iso 22000 certified specificationsfluvic acid 1%, 2.5%, 5%, 10%, source : asphaltum stone brown colored powder having characteristic odor and tasteproduct name : shilajit extract powderbotanical name : asphaltumcommon name : shilajit, mineral pitch, asphlatsource : stonedescription : brown colored powder having characteristic odor and tastespecification : 1%, 2.5%, 5%, 10% fluvic acidindentification : positive for fluvic acidloss on drying : nmt 5%heavy metals : nmt 10 ppm other key extracts:andrographis paniculata, bacopa monnieri extract, banaba leaf extract, boswellia extract, centella asiatica , curcumin extract, fenugreek extract, garcinia cambogia, grape seed extract, green coffee extract, green tea extract, griffonia simplicifolia extract, glycyrrhiza glabra, gymnema sylvestre, mucuna pruriens, pomegranate extract, spirulina powder, tribulus terrestris, valeriana officinalis, withania somnifera extract, white kidney beans extract, zingiber officinale.

We are offering chiroy extract powder. Specificationsspray dried chiroy extract powder, roasted chicory, instant chicory, chicory powder from india. the chicory plant is cichorium intybus, is a hardy perennial with purplish-blue flowers that open and close at the exact same time each day. Chicory is common in north american and in europe. Although chicory leaves are used in food (they are often known as endive, frise, escarole or radicchio), chicory's roots are the parts used to make 'chicory.' ore recently, chicory consumption has been associated with embargoes and cost cutting. Across history, there have been many substitutes for coffee when coffee was unavailable, including roasted acorns, yams and a variety of local grains, but chicory tends to be the preferred coffee substitute, and in some circles it is even used when coffee is available and cheap. description : brown coloured free flowing powder s.no. parameter specifications 1. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. description bulk density moisture (odb) ph 10% sol. solubility in water microbiology total plate count yeast & mould e. Coli salmonella heavy metals brown coloured free flowing powder of typical flavours, 100% pass through is-40 mesh 2.5 % 4.7 100% nmt 7.9 x 102 cfugm nmt 102 cfugmabsentabsentnmt 20 ppm

We offer salai guggal extract. Packaging & deliverypackaging detail: 25kg hdpe drum with single pe liner. delivery detail: 715 daysspecificationsboswellia serrata extract, boswellic acid 50% 65% & 70% origin india. This resin containing 60 to 70%, gum 27 35%, 3-8% oil. boswellia extract has been in use for centuries as an ingredient in asian herbal treatments, though it is only just becoming known for use in the west.the extract has many benefits including treating inflammatory conditions. It contains boswellic acid which is thought to strengthen connective tissue and improve the blood supply to joints. Studies have shown that boswellia is often a better remedy than a prescription medication for conditions such as arthritis where it can reduce the inflammation and pain. It also has a mild sedative effect, which will help the body to cope better with pain. Boswellia is of benefit in digestive disorders such as crohns disease. Traditional anti-inflammatory treatments can often cause stomach upset, and using the extract may avoid these side effects. Other digestive disorders that may be eased with this herb include diarrhea and ulcers. When the extract is taken internally, it is thought to be especially beneficial for back pain, while boswellia extract in creams can be massaged into affected areas to reduce stiffness. 1. Product name:boswellia extract2. Specification:65%boswellia acid3. Appearance:white-yellow fine powder4. Particle size:100 mesh5. Resin 60-70%, gum 27-35%, naphtha 3-8%. Main ingredients of resin: free a, b masticolic acid 33%, integrated masticolic acid 1.5%, olibanoresene 33%. Gum is calcium or mg salt of arabic acid 20% , etc. resin containing 60 to 70%, gum 27 35%, 3-8% volatile oil. Resin as the main component of the free , -frankincense fatty acid 33%, 1.5% fatty acid combined with frankincense, frankincense resin, 33% hydrocarbons. A gum is sugar and acid calcium salt and magnesium 20%, west astragalus adhesive-6%; in addition, the quality is still bitter with 0.5%. Pale yellow volatile oil, aromatic, containing pinene, racemic - limonene and , -phellandrene, the main aromatic components is unknown. february, 04 rev 1colourodour & taste code botanical name plant part usedcountry of origin solubility loss on dryingbulk density (tapped)particle size identification assaytotal organic acid by titration- boswellic acids by hplc microbiologicaltotal plate countyeast & mouldsalmonella & e.colistaphylococcus aurenspseudomonas aeruginose heavy metals arsenicleadoff-white to light yellow colour powdercharacteristic balsamic odour andslightly bitter taste. bs 65boswellia serratadried gum exudateindiasoluble in isopropanolinsoluble in waternmt 5%0.30 0.80 gml100% through 40 mesh positive for boswellic acids by tlc nlt 65.0% nlt 20.0% nmt 1, 000 cfug nmt 100gabsentabsentabsent nmt 10ppmnmt 1ppmnmt 5ppm

We offer Spirulina Cultivation Extract.Specificationsspirulina platensis known as spirulina is a microscopic blue-green algae. We sell 100% spirulina powder from indian supplier spirulina platensis known as spirulina is a microscopic blue-green algae. as spirulina is a natural source of food packed with essential nutrients like no other, spirulina is literally teaming with potential health benefits. Studies show that spirulina increases phagocytic activity of macrophages and stimulate antibodies and cytokines production. spirulina may also facilitate lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. Studies demonstrate healthy benefits against several types of virus, toxicity and cancers. Spirulina is also thought to increase digestion and absorption of nutrients, prevent fatigue, support weight loss, prevent malnutrition and undernourishment, improve recovery after strenuous training, rejuvenate cells and reduce the effects of ageing. All these health benefits and many more are attributed to a near perfect combination of nutrients and antioxidants of extremely high bioavailability in spirulina. we sell 100% spirulina fine powder 80-120mesh.it exists as a single celled organism turning sunlight into life energy. It is one of the first life forms designed by nature more than 3.6 billion years ago. under the microscope, spirulina is a blue-green color and has the appearance of a spiral of long thin threads. parameterresultcommon nameplant parts used description identification loss on drying (at 1050c ) bulk density (after 50 taps) ash content (on dried basis) protein mesh size microbiological analysistotal plate count pathogens coliforms e.coli salmonella shigella yeast & mould countspirulinawhole algae dark green color powder positive for phycocyanin 6.2% ww 0.706 gmcc 9.17% ww 62.89 % ww 100% pass through 80 mesh 2986 cfugm absent absent absent absent absent less than 10cfugm

We are offering eclipta alba extract. Specificationsbhringraj bhrngraj extract ratio 10:1 e name: eclipta alba extract l name: herba ecliptae eclipta prostrala l. origin: india extract ratio 5:1, 10:1english name: eclipta alba extractlatin name: herba ecliptae eclipta prostrala l. specification: extract ratio 10:1appearance: yellow brown fine powderpart of use: all plant main functions: to replenish the liver and the kidney, and to arrest bleeding by removing heatfrom blood. bhrngaraja (eclipta alba)the sanskrit word bhrngaraja literally means that which bestows hair the splendid colour like that of a humming bee. It has numerous synonyms describing its properties of promoting the growth of hair and making them black and lustrous. It is the best known herb for preventing balding and premature graying. It has synonyms like kesaraja king of the hair, markava which prevents premature graying, kesaranjana bestows beautiful tinge to hair etc. It is an excellent rejuvenator. In the ancient texts, it has been cited, a person who takes a fresh juice of bhringaraja daily for a month and remains on a diet predominantly of milk, is rejuvenated and lives a strong, healthy and happy life of 100 years. Bhavamisra has mentioned it to be useful in dental and skin diseases. the plant grows all over india, especially, in moist places, upto an elevation of about 800 metres. An erect annual grows 10-15 cm in height, with flat or round, blackish-chocolaty, much branched, pubescent stems. The leaves are opposite, serrate, 3-5 cm long and blackish-green in colour. The flowers are small penny-sized, white, on a long stalk. The fruits are many seeded and the seeds are black, resemble cumin seeds. The plant flowers in september and fruits in november. Ayurvedic texts describe three vatieties of bhrngaraja according to colours of flowers viz. White, yellow and blue. The white variety is commonly used. the botanical name of bhrngaraja is eclipta alba. The yellow bhrngaraja is wedelia calendulaceae. Bhrngaraja belongs to family compositae, asteraceae. From leaves and stems, wedelolactone has been identified in crystalline form. Reducig sugars and sterols have been detected. Stigmasterol and l-terthienyl methanol have been identified (tetrahedron 1966, 38, 4227). Wedelic cid, apigenin, luteolin and the glucosides of the latter two have been isolated. B-amyrin (0.06), wedelolactone (0.02) and luteolin-7-o-glucoside (0.04%) isolated from aerial parts. (sci. Pharm. 1981, 49, 262).from roots hentriacontanol, 14-heptacosanol and stigmasterol are isolated. Sisteen new biogenetically closely related polyacetylenic thiophenes (i-xvi) isolated. A large amount of resin and an alkaloid principle ecliptine is isolated. Desmethylwedelolactone 7o-glucoside is isolated. ayurvedic propertiesbhrngaraja is pungent and bitter in taste, pungent in the post digestive effect and has hot potency (virya) it alleviates kapha and vata dosas. It possesses light (laghu) and dry (roksa) attributes. It is a rejuvenator, tonic and benefical to eyes, hair and the skin. (kaiyadeva nighantu)medicinal usesthe whole plant and seeds have great medicinal value. Bhrngaraja is equally useful both, internally as well as externally. In glandular swellings and filariasis, it is used to mitigate swelling and pain, by applying the paste. The chronic and infected wounds get cleansed and heal better with application of its paste. It also alleviates the dispigmentation of the skin and renders normal colour to the skin. The fresh fuice of the plant is instilled in the ears and eyes in otitis and conjunctivitis to ameliorate pain. The massage with its fresh juice is effective to alleviate headache. The nasal drops of its juice, mixed with milk, are beneficial in migraine. The medicated oils of bhrngaraja are widely used as hair tonic and to prevent hairfall and prematre graying of the hair. Bhrngaraja is the most common ingredient incorporated in numerous market preparations of various hair oils.

We are offering mulethi extract-sva13-029, packaging & deliverypackaging detail: 25kg hdpe drum with single pe liner.Delivery detail: 715 daysspecificationslicorice p.e. Glycyrrhiza glabra plant extract glycyrrhizic acid 20%, 90%;glycyrrhizic acid mulethi extract from india. licorice (glycyrrhiza glabra) has been used in food and as medicine for thousands of years. Also known as "sweet root, " licorice root contains a compound that is about 50 times sweeter than sugar. Licorice root has been used in both eastern and western medicine to treat a variety of illnesses, ranging from the common cold to liver disease. It acts as a demulcent, a soothing, coating agent, and as an expectorant, meaning it helps get rid of phlegm. It is still used today for several conditions, although not all its uses are supported by scientific evidence.one small study found that people with canker sores who gargled 4 times per day with dgl dissolved in warm water found pain relief.n one study, licorice gel, applied to the skin, helped relieve symptoms of itching, swelling, and redness. A gel with 2% licorice worked better than a gel with 1% licorice. englishproduct name: licorice p.elatin name: glycyrrhiza glabraactive ingredients: glycyrrhizin acidorigin: licorice rootspecification:10%, 28% glycyrrhizin acid hplc(100%natural extract)appearance: brown powderextract method:grain alcohol test method:hplcproduct name: licorice p.e origin: licorice root appearance: brown powder active ingredients: glycyrrhizin acid10%, 20%, 25%, 65%, 90%) has the functions of adrenocortical hormones2) has the functions of resisting ulcer, inflammation and allergy.3) detoxify, antibiotic, obviously suppress hiv appreciation to strengthen the immunity.4) resist brain diseases caused by blood deficiency, preventing artery sclerosis from occurring and development.Storage : stored in cool & dry placekept away from strong light and heatshelf life: 2 years when properly storedpackage: 25kg fibre drum with two double plastic bag with non-toxic

We are offering use of guggulu capsule. specificationsbotanical name : : commiphora mukul family name : : burseraceae common name : : commiphora, mukul, guggul, balsamodendrom muku botanical name : : commiphora mukulfamily name : : burseraceaecommon name : : commiphora, mukul, guggul, balsamodendrom mukul, indian bdellium tree, moql, moqle-arzagi. indication: useful in cardiovascular, inflammation and has hypoglycemic and hypolipiddemic. dosage: take 1 capsule twice daily active constituents: guggul contains resin, volatile oils, and gum. The extract isolates ketonic steroid compounds known as guggulsterones. These compounds have been shown to provide the cholesterol- and triglyceride-lowering actions noted for guggul.1 guggul significantly lowers serum triglycerides and cholesterol as well as ldl and vldl cholesterols (the bad cholesterols).2 at the same time, it raises levels of hdl cholesterol (the good cholesterol). As antioxidants, guggulsterones keep ldl cholesterol from oxidizing, an action which protects against atherosclerosis.3 guggul has also been shown to reduce the stickiness of plateletsanother effect that lowers the risk of coronary artery disease.4 one double-blind trial found guggul extract similar to the drug clofibrate for lowering cholesterol levels.5other clinical trials in india (using 1, 500 mg of extract per day) have confirmed guggul extracts improve lipid levels in humans.6 a combination of guggul, phosphate salts, hydroxycitrate, and tyrosine coupled with exercise has been shown in a double-blind trial to improve mood with a slight tendency to improve weight loss in overweight adults.7 one small clinical trial found that guggul (commiphora mukul) compared favorably to tetracycline in the treatment of cystic acne.8 the amount of guggul extract taken in the trial was 500 mg twice per day. Guggul dosage: dosage recommendations for guggul are usually based on guggulsterones concentration in the extract. 9 a typical dosage of guggulsterones is 25 mg three times per day. Most extracts can be taken daily for 12 to 24 weeks for lowering high cholesterol andor triglycerides. guggul side effects and interactions: known hazards: although the use of guggul in therapeutic doses appears to be safe and non-toxic, the following precautions are advised. Guggul is considered an emenogogue (an agent that promotes the menstrual discharge) and a uterine stimulant, and should not be used during pregnancy. Possible diarrhea, hiccups, restlessness, apprehension. in addition, caution is recommended with patients currently on prescribed medications for cardiovascular disease. Due to the diuretic action of this herb the following drug interactions are possible: increased risk of toxicity with anti-inflammatory analgesics; if hypokalemia occurs possible antagonism with antiarrhythmics and potentiation of muscle relaxants; antagonizes antidiabetic (hypoglycemic) drugs; may potentiate andor interfere with antihypertensives; may potentiate lithium therapy; when taken with corticosteroids there is a risk for hypokalemia; may potentiate other diuretics and increase the risk of hypokalemia. ayuveda guggul- important points to be noted:when administering guggulu in accordance with the principles of ayurvedic medicine, the following points must be considered: 1. Guggul resin is produced more abundantly and is stronger in potency during the season of autumn; hence, ayurveda states that guggul resin must be collected in autumn. 2. Different selections of guggul resin have different therapeutic actions based on the age of the guggulu. Freshly collected guggulu has a brumhana (weight increasing) quality, where as purana guggul (guggul which is at least one year old) has an atilekhana (weight reducing) quality. 3. Shuddha guggul: guggul has to be purified in cow's milk in order to remove toxic substances and render the guggulu easily absorbable. Ayurveda specifies shodhana (purification) as one of the important procedures before oral administration of guggul. To purify guggul in this manner, it should be wrapped in a sack of cotton cloth and dipped in simmering cow's milk, which must be continuously stirred until all the pure substance of the guggul is absorbed into the milk. When this process is complete, the milk containing the pure guggul gum resin will be solidified and the cotton sack containing the impurities or toxins of the guggulu is to be discarded. 4. Classical ayurvedic texts never recommend administering guggulu alone; it has to be given along with other herbs in compounds such as triphala guggul, kaishore guggul, trayodashanga guggul, yogaraja guggul, kanchanara guggul, etc. The administration of guggulu with other herbs has the effect of purging ama (toxic, morbid substance) from the body.