T h e r a p e u t i c I n d e x 174 6. Laxative action: Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica, Cassia fistula, Berberis aristata, and Emblica officinalis are well-known for their laxative action. They help reduce the dilatation of veins in the hemorrhoidal plexus and prevent constipation. 7. Antioxidant action: Emblica officinalis, Commiphora wightii, Azadirachta indica, Cassia fistula, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica, Caesalpinia bonducella, and Acorus calamus have potent free radical–scavenging activity. They renormalize the activities of the primary natural antioxidant enzymes (superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase) by reducing lipid peroxidation. Pilex® forte (tablet)
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