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CONCEPT AND EXAMPLES OF RARE DRUG WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS TO SAUSSUREA COSTUS (KUTH)
Dr. Suwarna Sawarkar*
ABSTRACT
Rare drugs are described as medicinal substances in Ayurvedic science which are not used commonly due to their inherent property and unique habitant behavior. The therapeutic potency and specialized uses in treating particular conditions make these drugs rare ones. These drugs offer unique pharmacological effects and considered valuable due to their ability to address complex health issues. Saussurea Costus (Kuth) is one such herb originated from China and India. The root and essential oil of this herb used traditionally in ancient practices for various purposes. The chemical compounds present in herb possess ability to kill parasites thus used for treating intestinal infections. The sesquiterpene lactones reported as major constituent of this herb which along with other constituents offers anti-inflammatory, anticancer, hepatoprotective and anti-ulcer activities, etc. Still, exploratory scientific research on this drug is very limited. Considering this view present article summarizes concept and examples of rare drug with special emphasis to Saussurea Costus (Kuth).
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