Vidanga (Embelia ribes)

Its anti-oestrogenic effect has been suggested experimentally, so it is advised to be used as oral contraceptive. Studies also support its traditional anti infectious action. It is used mainly in helminthiasis, and anti fungal agent in ringworm, and in other chronic dermatitis. It is also given, boiled in milk, to infants as a digestive and against recurrent upper respiratory infections.