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Abstract
Ayurveda is an ancient medicine system, incorporating therapeutic herbs which are in application as old is the human civilization. The efficacies of multiple such herbs has been documented consistently and thereafter classified scientifically, in ayurvedic samhitas and nighantus. As per the knowledge available in classical texts, gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) is found to be a potential as a medicine against ailments such as Ashmari (Renal stones), effective mutravirechaniya (Diuretic) and is included in different vaajikarana (Aphrodisiac) formulations. Gokshura, an annual prostrate herb, and nowadays it is also used to increase testosterone level, aphrodisiac activity, strength and endurance.