Boswellia is a herbal extract made from the bark of the Boswellia tree. It is also known as frankincense. The resin (a sticky substance found in trees and plants) is used to make an extract.

Boswellia resin is used in Ayurvedic (traditional Indian) medicine. You can take boswellia in different ways, including taking it orally (by mouth) in a capsule, pill, or tablet, or using it as an oil that you can put on your body.
 

Boswellia is used to:

It’s generally safe to use Boswellia. However, talk with your healthcare providers before taking supplements. Supplements can also interact with some medications and affect how they work.