Embelia ribes, commonly known as Vidanga, is large scandent shrub that is distributed all over India. Its great pharmacological potential had been recognized by Ayurvedic practitioners almost thousands of years ago. Some of the well known formulations of Embelia ribes are Ardrakakhandavaleha, Krimighna kashaya churna, Vidangadi churna, Taramandura guda, Sanjivani Vati, etc. It supports the intestines and keeps the digestive system healthy. The primary active component which accounts for its biological activity is Embelin
