{"id":172310,"date":"2023-03-27T06:54:39","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T06:54:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=172310"},"modified":"2026-03-02T03:53:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T03:53:51","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-pushkarmool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-pushkarmool\/","title":{"rendered":"Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa): Uses, Benefits and Side Effects By Dr. Smita Barode\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Pushkarmool<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Pushkarmool<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Pushkarmool for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Pushkarmool?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Pushkarmool<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Pushkarmool<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor decades, plants have been used by people for their medicinal benefits from nature. Pushkarmool or pushkarmula is a medicinal plant. Pushkarmool is also known as Inula racemosa. Pushkarmula has found its references in many Ayurvedic works of literature. The plant blooms beautiful yellow flowers. It belongs to the Asteraceae family. Pushkarmool often grows in the Western Himalayas at elevations ranging from 1300 to 4500 metres 1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pushkarmool has many medicinal properties and health benefits that are derived from its seeds, roots, leaves, and stems. Let us learn more about this beautiful plant!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Pushkarmool<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pushkarmool has a number of phytoconstituents that are obtained from different parts of the plant. A list of a few major chemical compounds is given below:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Sesquiterpene lactones such as alantolactone (ALT) and isoalantolactone (IALT)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Dihydro-alantolactone\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Dihydro-isoalantolactone\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Inunolide\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Dihydroinunolide\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Neo-alantolactone\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iso-allo-alantolactone\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Allo-alantolactone\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Inunal\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Isoinunal\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Alantodiene\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Isoalantodiene\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Isoalantolactone 2<\/a>,3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Pushkarmool<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The properties of pushkarmool are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may have anti-inflammatory properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might possess anti-fungal properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have analgesic properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may be anti-bacterial properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have anti-oxidant properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might have anti-allergic properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may possess anti-asthmatic properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might have anti-diabetic properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have the property to prevent liver damage (hepato-protective).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have the property to reduce damage to the heart muscles (cardio-protective).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show anti-obesity activity 2<\/a>,3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Pushkarmool for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are several potential benefits of pushkarmool on our health. They are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Use of Pushkarmool as an Anti-inflammatory Agent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
$\"inflammaation\"$ <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
Firdous et al. in 2018 studied the anti-inflammatory effect of pushkarmool in rats. The study 2<\/a><\/sup> results showed that pushkarmool might be beneficial as an anti-inflammatory agent. However, more studies are needed to evaluate the efficacy of pushkarmool in humans. You should consider talking to an Ayurvedic doctor before taking pushkarmool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Potential Use of Pushkarmool as an Antifungal Agent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
$\"Pushkarmool\"$ <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
A study 4<\/a><\/sup> was done by Singh et al. in 2016 on the antifungal properties of pushkarmool. The essential oil of pushkarmool showed potential anti-fungal activity. Pushkarmool may be used for its antifungal properties. However, additional research is required to comprehend the pharmacological profile of pushkarmool completely. One must consult an Ayurvedic doctor before replacing any medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Potential Use of Pushkarmool as a Painkiller<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
$\"Pushkarmool\"$ <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
A study 2<\/a><\/sup> was carried out by Firdous et al. in 2018 on the analgesic activity of pushkarmool in rats. The study showed that ethanol extract from the roots of pushkarmool showed analgesic activity. Thus, pushkarmool may be used as a painkiller. However, further research and studies are required to prove the efficacy of pushkarmool as a painkiller. It is advised to consult an Ayurvedic doctor before taking pushkarmool.<\/p>
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