Commiphora mukul: An Updated Pharmacological Review

Abstract

Since time immemorial, herbs play an important role in everyday life. Especially , the medicinal plants play a essential role in development of human culture. Herbs are regarded as important source of ayurvedic medicines. Guggul (Commiphora mukul) is used extensively in ayurveda for centuries. It has many pharmacological properties. Many studies have been conducted on guggulu for its anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, antihyperlipidemic and antidiabetic activities. Present review will discuss the pharmacological properties of guggulu.