{"id":156582,"date":"2022-03-10T15:18:53","date_gmt":"2022-03-10T09:48:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=156582"},"modified":"2025-11-13T13:09:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T13:09:00","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/","title":{"rendered":"Shallaki (Boswellia serrata): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects &amp; More!"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d809aa708c4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d809aa708c4\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Other_Names_of_Shallaki\" >Other Names of Shallaki<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Chemical_Composition_of_Shallaki\" >Chemical Composition of Shallaki<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Uses_of_Shallaki\" >Uses of Shallaki<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Benefits_of_Shallaki\" >Benefits of Shallaki<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#How_to_Use_Shallaki\" >How to Use Shallaki?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Side_Effects_of_Shallaki\" >Side Effects of Shallaki\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Precautions_to_Take_with_Shallaki\" >Precautions to Take with Shallaki<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\" >Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-shallaki\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shallaki is one of the ancient herbs in Ayurveda. It is significantly valued. Shallaki (Sanskrit) is also called <em>Boswellia serrata<\/em>, in botanical terms. It belongs to the Burseraceae family. It is a moderate-large-sized branching tree. The plant grows in the hilly region of India, the Middle East, and Northern Africa<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In India, it is found in the dry hilly forests of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Orissa, Assam, and central peninsular regions of Assam and Andhra Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The oleo gum resin of Shallaki is used in various Ayurvedic and Unani preparations. Generally, it is used in making incense powder and sticks<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Names_of_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>Other Names of Shallaki<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Shallaki in Ayurveda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salai in Hindi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kundur in Unani<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian Frankincense &amp;Indian Olibanum in English<a href=\"https:\/\/agriculture.vikaspedia.in\/viewcontent\/agriculture\/crop-production\/package-of-practices\/medicinal-and-aromatic-plants\/boswellia-serrata?lgn=en\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dhup &amp; Gugali in Gujarati<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salai &amp; Kundur in Bengali<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saambraani &amp; Phirangi in Telegu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parangi &amp; Saambraani in Tamil &amp; Malayalam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guguladhuph &amp; Chitta in Kannada<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemical_Composition_of_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>Chemical Composition of Shallaki<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The extract of Shallaki contains sugars, essential oil, volatile oil, terpenoids, and several pentacyclic triterpene acids like \u03b2-boswellic acid<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK563692\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uses_of_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>Uses of Shallaki<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shallaki contains marked anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic activity. It has antiseptic and astringent properties that might be beneficial in managing dysentery, piles, diarrhoea, ulcers, skin diseases, tumours, and genitourinary disorders. The oleo-gum resin of Shallaki contains boswellic acid that has analgesic, antitumor, and sedative properties<a href=\"https:\/\/agriculture.vikaspedia.in\/viewcontent\/agriculture\/crop-production\/package-of-practices\/medicinal-and-aromatic-plants\/boswellia-serrata?lgn=en\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Immune System Modulatory Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-375x250.webp\" alt=\"Immunity\" class=\"wp-image-258263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/immunity-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Gum resin extract of Shallaki was evaluated for immunomodulatory activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Its anti-anaphylactic and mast cell stabilising activity was observed in a rat model.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inhibition of degranulation of the mast cell was observed, thus, indicating cell stabilising activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It also inhibited the anaphylaxis reaction (an acute allergic reaction to an antigen that has become hypersensitive to the body) in a rat model<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Liver Protective &amp; Lipid Reducing Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-375x250.webp\" alt=\"liver\" class=\"wp-image-255428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/liver-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The aqueous extract of Shallaki exhibited hypolipidemic activity by reducing the total cholesterol and increasing the high-density lipoprotein levels in a rat model.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>According to animal studies<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>, the alcoholic extract of Shallaki exhibited hepatoprotective potential by reducing the serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase, serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase, serum enzymes, and aminotransferase.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Antidiarrhoeal Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-375x250.webp\" alt=\"intestine\" class=\"wp-image-258109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Irritable-Bowel-Syndrome-IBS-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The extract of Shallaki exhibited antidiarrhoeal activity in patients with inflammatory bowel syndrome without causing constipation<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inflammatory bowel disease is a condition in which there is a chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and includes conditions like ulcerative colitis and Crohn\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul><div id=\"sfa_container_156582\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_156582\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Benefits of Shallaki for Managing Diabetes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-375x250.webp\" alt=\"diabetes\" class=\"wp-image-257103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Diabetes-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Herbal formulation containing Shallaki as one of the ingredients was evaluated for hypoglycaemic activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It exhibited anti-diabetic activity by reducing blood glucose levels in a rat model<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As per animal studies, the extract of Shallaki has the potential for inhibiting the destruction of islet and results in hypoglycaemia<a href=\"http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1016\/j.hermed.2016.08.002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Anti-Cancer Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"227\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-375x227.webp\" alt=\"cancer\" class=\"wp-image-256387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-375x227.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-1024x619.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-768x464.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-1536x928.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-2048x1237.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-480x290.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-794x480.webp 794w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cancer-150x91.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>According to animal studies<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>, alcoholic extract of Shallaki exhibited anti-cancer activity by inhibiting the growth of tumours via the inhibition of cell proliferation and cell growth by interfering with the biosynthesis of protein, ribonucleic acid, and deoxyribonucleic acid.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Benefits of Shallaki in Managing Arthritis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-375x198.webp\" alt=\"arthritis\" class=\"wp-image-252295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-375x198.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-1024x540.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-768x405.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-1536x810.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-2048x1080.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-480x253.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-910x480.webp 910w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/arthritis-150x79.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Extract of Shallaki was evaluated for anti-arthritic activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It exhibited anti-arthritic activity by inhibiting the paw oedema in various rat and mice models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It also exhibited anti-inflammatory activity that can be beneficial in managing arthritis<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Antimicrobial Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-375x250.webp\" alt=\"infection\" class=\"wp-image-252296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/infection-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The essential oil from the bark of Shallaki was studied against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Benefits of Shallaki as an Anti-asthmatic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-375x250.webp\" alt=\"asthma\" class=\"wp-image-255763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/asthma-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The alcoholic extract of Shallaki improved the physical symptoms of dyspnoea, increase in stimulation of mitogen-activated protein kinase, number of attacks, and mobilisation of intracellular calcium in 70% of the patients with a prolonged history of asthma<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Benefits of Shallaki to Prevent Fibrosis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-375x250.webp\" alt=\"respiratory system\" class=\"wp-image-250964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/lungs-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The effect of Shallaki was evaluated in an animal model of interstitial pulmonary fibrosis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It reduced the increased number of neutrophils and macrophages in the bronchoalveolar lavage in the rat model.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The blocking of 5-lipoxygenase by Shallaki extract may prevent fibrosis progression<a href=\"http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1016\/j.hermed.2016.08.002\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Anti-ulcer Benefits of Shallaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-375x250.webp\" alt=\"Gastric Ulcers\" class=\"wp-image-257467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Ulcers-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The protective properties of Shallaki were evaluated in an animal model.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shallaki exhibited anti-ulcer effects, which might be an increase in gastric mucosal resistance, inhibition of leukotriene synthesis, or local synthesis of cytoprotective prostaglandins<a href=\"http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1016\/j.hermed.2016.08.002\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Benefits of Shallaki as an Anticoagulant<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-375x250.webp\" alt=\"heart\" class=\"wp-image-255427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Heart-Diseases-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>In Ayurvedic medicine records, it is mentioned that Shallaki has haemostatic, cardiovascular and anti-inflammatory effects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The stem bark gum resin extract of Shallaki was investigated for antithrombotic and anti-oxidative properties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The aqueous and hydroalcoholic extract of Shallaki inhibited lipid peroxidation in liver and heart tissue homogenate of rats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It also inhibited adenosine diphosphate-induced platelet aggregation, thereby exhibiting antithrombic, antioxidant, and anticoagulant activities<a href=\"http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1016\/j.hermed.2016.08.002\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>I stumbled upon an interesting study that suggests Shallaki might be a fantastic natural option for tackling pain and inflammation. They conducted the study on rats and tested various extracts of Shallaki. And you know what they found? It turns out that Shallaki might have some impressive anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/242721376_Anti-inflammatory_and_analgesic_activity_of_different_fractions_of_Boswellia_serrata\"><sup>8<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-siddharth-gupta-73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-nutrition-value-benefits-precautions-side-effects-of-safed-musli\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Safed Musli \u2013 Uses, Benefits &amp; Precautions<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>How to Use Shallaki?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, Shallaki is consumed as:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Capsule\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bark decoction\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tablet<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is advisable to consult your physician before consuming Shallaki.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>I found something fascinating about Shallaki. It appears that the resin extract from Shallaki might have shown some powerful properties in rats. It may act as both an anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant agent. But here\u2019s the really exciting part: it might offer protection to certain neurons in the brain and may also improve motor impairments in Parkinson\u2019s disease. These findings hint at the potential of Shallaki as a natural remedy for Parkinson\u2019s disease<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6526039\/\"><sup>9<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-rajeev-singh-70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects of Shallaki\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few side effects observed with the utilisation of Shallaki. These are mostly mild and transient gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhoea, nausea, or constipation<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK563692\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-black-salt\/\"><strong><em> <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Black Salt \u2013 Uses, Benefits &amp; Side Effects<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_to_Take_with_Shallaki\"><\/span><strong>Precautions to Take with Shallaki<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the following points in mind:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Use cautiously in patients taking leukotriene inhibitors<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/225274961_Herb\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid consuming Shallaki during breastfeeding and pregnancy period, as there is not enough scientific data available on its safe use during breastfeeding and pregnancy.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>I would recommend Shallaki if you\u2019re dealing with cervical spondylosis. It might be a game-changer for you. A study was done on a group of people with cervical spondylosis, and they were given Shallaki capsules. Surprisingly, they experienced significant improvements. Their pain reduced, their flexibility increased, and even symptoms like headaches and numbness got better. The best part is that Shallaki was well-tolerated, with no reported side effects<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iamj.in\/public\/article\/doi\/4.pdf\"><sup>10<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-smita-barode--74\"><strong>Dr. Smita Barode, B.A.M.S, M.S.<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\"><\/span><strong>Interactions with Other Drugs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shallaki (<em>Boswellia serrata<\/em>) might interact with anti-neoplastic agents and leukotriene inhibitors<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/225274961_Herb\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-nutritional-value-side-effects-of-masoor-dal\/\"><strong><em> <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Masoor Dal \u2013 Uses, Benefits &amp; Precautions<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013686128\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>In which form can I use Shallaki?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Shallaki can be consumed as a capsule, tablet, or bark decoction<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013695996\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can Shallaki be used during breastfeeding?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is not sufficient data to support its use during breastfeeding; therefore, it is advisable to consult your doctor before consuming it.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013710643\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Shallaki good for wounds?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Shallaki can be helpful for managing wounds as it exhibits wound-healing activity<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/322717048_WOUND_HEALING_POTENTIAL_OF_GUMS_OLEO-GUM-RESINS_A_BRIEF_REVIEW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><sup>7<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013718744\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Shallaki safe to consume?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, it is safe to consume Shallaki due to its benefits, but patients consuming leukotriene inhibitors and anti-neoplastic agents should avoid consuming Shallaki<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/225274961_Herb\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>. Hence, it is advisable to consult a physician before taking Shallaki.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013726503\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can Shallaki be used during pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is no sufficient data to support its safe use during pregnancy; therefore, it is advisable to consult your doctor before consuming it.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013734374\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the benefits of Shallaki?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Shallaki has several benefits and is used to deal with diarrhoea, dysentery, piles, ulcers, skin diseases, tumours, and genitourinary disorders<a href=\"https:\/\/agriculture.vikaspedia.in\/viewcontent\/agriculture\/crop-production\/package-of-practices\/medicinal-and-aromatic-plants\/boswellia-serrata?lgn=en\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013742515\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can Shallaki be used for arthritis?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, it can be useful for managing arthritis as it was found to exhibit anti-arthritic effect in an animal model<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013749903\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the other names of Shallaki?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Shallaki is also known as Salai, Kundur, Indian Olibanum, Frankincense, Dhup, Gugali, Saambraani, Phirangi, Parangi, Chitta, and Guguladhuph<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/agriculture.vikaspedia.in\/viewcontent\/agriculture\/crop-production\/package-of-practices\/medicinal-and-aromatic-plants\/boswellia-serrata?lgn=en\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013758738\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does Shallaki have any interaction with other drugs?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Shallaki has been found to interact with leukotriene inhibitors and anti-neoplastic agents<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/225274961_Herb\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013765098\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Shallaki good for asthma?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Shallaki was found to improve the physical symptoms of dyspnoea, increase in stimulation of mitogen-activated protein kinase, number of attacks, and mobilisation of intracellular calcium in the patients with a prolonged history of asthma<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1763013775813\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the side effects of Shallaki?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Side effects of Shallaki include gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhoea, nausea, or constipation<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK563692\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Siddiqui MZ. Boswellia Serrata, A Potential Antiinflammatory Agent: An Overview. Indian J Pharm Sci [Internet]. 2011 May [cited 2022 Feb 17];73(3):255. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22457547\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Upaganlawar A, Ghule B. Pharmacological Activities of Boswellia serrata Roxb.-Mini Review. Ethnobot Leafl. 2009;13:766\u201374. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/200126782_Pharmacological_Activities_of_Boswellia_serrata_Roxb\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Boswellia serrata \u2014 Vikaspedia. No Title [Internet]. 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Effects of Boswellia serrata resin extract on motor dysfunction and brain oxidative stress in an experimental model of Parkinson\u2019s disease. Avicenna J Phytomed. 2019 May-Jun;9(3):281-290. PMID: 31143695; PMCID: PMC6526039. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6526039\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6526039\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10. Pandey S, Kumar Y, Sharma A. Clinical evaluation of Shallaki Niryas (Boswellia serrata) in the management of Grivaasthi Sandhi Gata Vata (cervical spondylosis). <em>Int Ayurvedic Med J.<\/em> 2013;1(2):March-April. 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