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Saussurea lappa
A fundamental Unani herb known as Qust al Hindi, used for respiratory, digestive, and skin conditions.
Saussurea lappa (Qust al Hindi) is a foundational herb in Unani and Ayurvedic medicine, traditionally used for respiratory, digestive, and inflammatory conditions. Its primary active compounds—costunolide, dehydrocostus lactone, and aplotaxene—confer anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and bronchodilator properties, though clinical evidence remains limited.
Costunolide and dehydrocostus lactone inhibit the NF-κB pathway, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6) and COX-2 expression. These sesquiterpene lactones also activate TRPA1 and TRPV1 channels, contributing to bronchodilation via smooth muscle relaxation. Antimicrobial effects arise from disruption of bacterial cell membranes and inhibition of efflux pumps, while aplotaxene enhances activity against fungal pathogens.
A fundamental Unani herb known as Qust al Hindi, used for respiratory, digestive, and skin conditions.
Saussurea lappa (Qust al Hindi) is a foundational herb in Unani and Ayurvedic medicine, traditionally used for respiratory, digestive, and inflammatory conditions. Its primary active compounds—costunolide, dehydrocostus lactone, and aplotaxene—confer anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and bronchodilator properties, though clinical evidence remains limited.
Costunolide and dehydrocostus lactone inhibit the NF-κB pathway, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6) and COX-2 expression. These sesquiterpene lactones also activate TRPA1 and TRPV1 channels, contributing to bronchodilation via smooth muscle relaxation. Antimicrobial effects arise from disruption of bacterial cell membranes and inhibition of efflux pumps, while aplotaxene enhances activity against fungal pathogens.