A Remedy For Rheumatism Boswellia is used for a variety of inflammatory diseases, including bursitis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. When tapped, its trunk exudes a gummy resin that's been used in Indian medicine since ancient times. It's best to have your doctor monitor your therapy.
Side effects are rare, but can include diarrhea, nausea, and skin rash.
No drug interactions have been reported. No harmful effects are known. How to Prepare Boswellia is available as a standardized extract of the resin. A common treatment program is 150 milligrams of the extract 3 times a day for 8 to 12 weeks. Because strengths of commercial preparations may vary, follow the manufacturer's labeling whenever available.