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is a herbaceous, perennial herb, with aromatic rhizomes.
Its principal constituents are Zingiberene (a-
and b-zingiberene), and zingiberol.
Ginger is valued in medicine as a carminative and stimulant to the
gastro-intestinal tract. It is much in vogue as a household remedy
for indigestion, relieves dyspepsia, flatulence and colic. Ginger
is reported to contain an anti-histaminic factor. It is included
among anti-depressants and it forms an ingredient of some anti-narcotic
preparations.
It is soothing for cough, colds, flu and other respiratory problems.
Used in Abana
(HeartCare), Gasex
(GastriCare), Herbolax
(LaxaCare), Himcospaz
(SpasmoCare), Lukol,
Mentat
(MindCare), Mentat
syrup, Rumalaya gel,
FootCare Cream, Pain
Massage Oil, Anxocare,
Appetonic
forte Vet, Appetonic
Vet, Himpyrin,
Himpyrin Vet,
Sunthi, Himfertin.
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Found in the valleys of the sub-tropical Himalayas.