Abstract
Abstract: Kiratatikta (Swertia chirayita (Roxb.) H. Karst.) is a herb with diverse medicinal properties. Name of the plant itself signifies that it is more of bitter taste and this bitterness is due to presence of different active principles like Amarogentin, Swertiamarin and Mangiferin etc. By these active principles it has shown pharmacological activities like Anticancer, and CNS depressant Antiviral activity. Kiratatikta is popularly known for its traditional uses in Jwara, Raktapitta, pidaka and many more. As this herb is now endangered species, another herb called Kalamegha (Androghaphis paniculata) which is having similar properties like Kiratatiktha is being used as substitute. Some authors mention it as adulteran
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