Ayush Ministry has said that Guduchi or Giloy is safe and does not produce any toxic effects. It said, certain sections of the media have falsely linked Giloy to liver damage. The Ministry said, as per available data Giloy is safe and in Ayurveda, it is said to be the best rejuvenating herb. However, the safety of a drug depends on how it is being used. Dosage is one of the important factors that determine the safety of a particular drug.<br />''<br />''The Ministry said, medicinal applications of Giloy in countering various disorders and its use as antioxidant, anti-hyperglycemic, cardiovascular protective, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal and anti-cancer have been well established. It is a popularly known herb for its immense therapeutic applications in traditional systems of medicine and has been used in the management of COVID-19. <br />''<br />''<br />