The invention relates to herbal composition comprising Bartogenic acid containing extract of fruits of Barringtonia racemosa useful for the treatment of arthritis. Further the invention relates to herbal composition comprising Bartogenic acid containing extract of fruits of Barringtonia racemosa useful for the treatment of inflammation. Also the invention relates to herbal composition comprising Bartogenic acid containing extract of fruits of Barringtonia racemosa useful for relieving pain (analgesic activity).