Shallaki is widely known for its anti-inflammatory activity. The gum-resin used as medicine, is obtained by making incisions on the bark of this deciduous, medium sized tree, found in West,
Anti-inflammatory: Shallaki attenuates the inflammatory mediators - cytokines, and leukotrienes and thus alleviates inflammation. It is useful in – • GI disorders – Colitis, ulcerative colitis, IBS, etc; • Respiratory disorders - Bronchitis, bronchial asthma, pneumonia; • Rheumatic disorders – Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, septic arthritis, PIVD, low backache, sciatica, etc. • Female genital disorders - Dysmenorrhea, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) • ENT, Eye, Dental disorders – Rhinitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis, laryngitis, otitis media, oro-dental inflammation, dacryocystitis, blepharitis, etc. • Skin and subcutaneous tissues – Dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, furuncles, carbuncles, abscess, etc. • Orthopedic disorders – Fractures, dislocation, myalgia, ligamental tears, tendonitis, frozen shoulder; • Anorectal diseases – Inflamed piles, proctitis, anal fissure, fistula-in-ano, post-kshar-sutra, etc. • Urinary disorders – Prostatitis, etc.
Analgesic: Shallaki has been reported to possess mild analgesic activity. It is used in the management of painful disorders.