Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Inula racemosa (commonly known as Pushkarmool) has a longstanding history in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, where it is used primarily for respiratory conditions, including asthma, cough, and related inflammatory disorders. Its application for allergic rhinitis is largely extrapolated from its general use in respiratory complaints and its attributed anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties. Classical Ayurvedic texts mention the use of Inula racemosa for "Shwasa" (breathlessness) and "Kasa" (cough), which may overlap symptomatically with allergic rhinitis. The root contains bioactive compounds like alantolactone and isoalantolactone, which possess anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, potentially supporting its use in allergic conditions. However, modern scientific studies specifically evaluating its efficacy in allergic rhinitis are sparse. A few animal studies suggest anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects, but robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. Thus, while the use of Inula racemosa for allergic rhinitis is supported by tradition and some preliminary pharmacological evidence, there is insufficient high-quality clinical data to firmly validate its efficacy for this indication.

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