scholarly journals INDIAN MEDICINAL PLANTS USEFUL IN TREATMENT OF GOUT: A REVIEW FOR CURRENT STATUS AND FUTURE PROSPECTIVE

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 407 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhupinder Kapoor ◽  
Gagandeep Kaur ◽  
Mukta Gupta ◽  
Reena Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Scientific Databases ◽  
Search Terms ◽  
Current Review ◽  
Pharmacological Studies ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plants

  Objective: The objective of this review is to collect and document information on the Indian medicinal plants with anti-gout potential.Methods: Bibliographic investigation was carried out by consulting worldwide scientific databases, analyzing Ayurvedic text books and research journals. The search terms were “gout,” “uric acid,” “hyperuricemia,” “xanthine oxidase (XO) inhibitor and uricosuric.” Herbal keywords included “herbal medicine,” “medicinal plant,” “natural products,” “phytomedicine” and “phytotherapy.”Result and Conclusion: Medicinal plants have been used to treat various ailments since ancient times; hence, ethnobotanical investigations play an important role in pharmacological studies. In India, traditional medicines are being practiced for the treatment of gout and other rheumatic disorders from ancient time. This review provides a comprehensive summary of 130 Indian plants which have been mentioned in ancient literature or used traditionally for the treatment of gout. Out of these, 41 plants have been reported to possess XO inhibitory activity. Further, isolated phytoconstituents having promising XO inhibitor activity are also included in this review. Although a variety of medicinal plants with anti-gout potential have been found in the literature, there is limited information on evaluation of anti-gout activity of isolated phytoconstituents. The current review contains a detailed discussion of the potential of medicinal plants for treatment of gout.  

scholarly journals An Overview of the Various Uses of Ephedra distachyaL. from the Past to the Present

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 82-86
Author(s):  
Mansureh Ghavam ◽  
Zeinab Soleimaninejad
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Trial And Error ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Ephedra Distachya ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Review Study

Background: Nowadays, many people believe in traditional medicines and use them for different diseases. Knowledge of medicinal plants and traditional medicine has been practiced for centuries through trial and error, and many important treatments for the disease have been passed down from one generation to the next. Ephedra is a valuable plant and has been used to treat diseases since ancient times. Accordingly, this study aims to comprehensively introduce Ephedra distachya L. in traditional medicine. Methods: In this review study, databases such as Google Scholar, SID, Scopus, and books on medicinal plants in Persian and English languages were searched to collect data. The keywords included "ephedra", "traditional medicine", "goat’s beard", and "medicinal plants". Results: Many resources highlighted the importance of using ephedra due to its useful properties. Experimental studies in traditional medicine show the effect of this plant in the prevention of diseases, such as asthma and bronchitis. Conclusion: Considering the beneficial effects of ephedra and scientific evidence about its effects, further studies are needed to better understand the use of this plant in traditional medicine.

Current status of Indian Medicinal Plants with Immunomodulatory potential - A Review

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 73
Author(s):  
Kaliappan Ilango ◽  
Ananth kumar Kammalla ◽  
Govind Prasad Dubey ◽  
Aruna Agrawal
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Immunomodulatory Potential ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plants

scholarly journals Bioactivity of the Geranium Genus: A Comprehensive Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (16) ◽  
pp. 1838-1865 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vânia C. Graça ◽  
Isabel C.F.R. Ferreira ◽  
Paulo F. Santos
Keyword(s):  
Web Of Science ◽  
Biological Activities ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Primary Sources ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Scientific Databases ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Therapeutic Properties ◽  
Wide Usage

Background: Plants from the Geranium genus, which comprises about 400 species, have been used since ancient times in the practice of traditional medicines throughout the world. Therefore, herbal preparations based on Geranium species have found wide usage for the treatment of a variety of ailments. The aim of this work is to present a review, as comprehensive as possible, of the studies concerning different biological activities of Geranium species. Methods: Relevant data were obtained through systematic computer searches from major reputed scientific databases, particularly Web of Science and Scopus. Occasionally, information issued in primary sources not covered by these databases was also included provided published as peer-reviewed literature. This review covers the literature disclosed till the end of 2018. Results: ccompanying the increasing interest in herbal medicines in general, the evaluation of the biological properties of medicinal plants from the Geranium genus has been addressed thoroughly, mostly over the last two decades. Geranium species are endowed with a number of different biological activities. Herein, we present a survey of the results of the studies concerning these different biological activities. Conclusion: Most studies found in the literature effectively contribute to scientifically validate the beneficial properties of Geranium plants claimed by traditional medicines and medical herbalism and demonstrate that many of them possess evident therapeutic properties.

scholarly journals Antiplasmodial Potential of Traditional Phytotherapy of Some Remedies Used in The Treatment of Malaria in India

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Navin Sheth ◽  
Jigna Vadalia ◽  
Jalpa Sanandia ◽  
Vaibhav Bhatt
Keyword(s):  
Plasmodium Falciparum ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Moderate Activity ◽  
Inhibition Assay ◽  
Alcohol Extract ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Antimalarial Agents ◽  
Ldh Activity ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plants

Abstract Background: The increasing problem of drug resistance to most of the available antimalarial therapies is a recurring issue. To overcome this issue, new antiplasmodial drugs are needed. Many plants have been use for treatment of malaria by traditional healer in India. The purpose of this research was to evaluate seven medicinal plants used against malaria by indigenous people in India, validate their use and identify the plant with the best antiplasmodial properties. Methods: Methanol, hydro alcoholic (60:40) and aqueous extracts from seven ethnomedicinal plants were screened on chloroquine-sensitive (MRC-2) and chloroquine-resistant (RKL-9) strain of Plasmodium falciparum by schizont maturation inhibition assay and inhibition of Plasmodium falciparum lactate dehydrogenase (PfLDH) activity. Results: Out of 21 extracts, hydro alcohol extract of B. variegate showed the highest inhibition of schizont maturation with 81.77±0.96% against MRC-2 and 78.08±3.76% against RKL-9 strain. In PfLDH inhibition assay, Methanol and hydro alcohol extract of B. variegate showed moderate antiplasmodial activity with IC50 24.65 μg/mL and 39.42 μg/mL, respectively against MRC-2 strain. Methanol extract of B. variegate also exhibited moderate activity with IC50 28.71 μg/ml against RKL-9 strain. Conclusion: The present study provided scientific evidence for indigenous Indian medicinal plants as a source of antiplasmodial agents. This finding supports the continued exploration of traditional medicines in the search for new antimalarial agents. The compounds responsible for the observed antiplasmodial effects in B. variegate are under investigation.

scholarly journals Current status of Indian medicinal plants with aphrodisiac potential

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramandeep Singh ◽  
Ashraf Ali ◽  
G. Jeyabalan ◽  
Alok Semwal
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plants

scholarly journals Plant-Based Bioactive Natural Products: Insights into Molecular Mechanisms of Action

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (21) ◽  
pp. 10220
Author(s):  
Hari Prasad Devkota
Keyword(s):  
Natural Products ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Human Health ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Mechanisms Of Action ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Bioactive Natural Products ◽  
Ancient Times

Medicinal plants have been used for the maintenance of human health since ancient times in the form of food, spices, and traditional medicines [...]

scholarly journals Cruz-Badiano Codex and the Importance of the Mexican Medicinal Plants

1970 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-22
Author(s):  
A. Chavarría ◽  
G Espinosa
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Historical Overview ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Round Trip ◽  
Pharmacological Studies ◽  
Ancient Times

The plants have been used by human beings since thousands years ago as natural curative products. Ancestral populations from China, Egypt, India, and México, among others, were cultures that found the curative effects of different plants. A very invaluable document is the Cruz-Badiano codex. This codex was written in 1552 as a present to the King of Spain, the codex deals with herbolary and traditional Mexican medicinal plants. The main goal of this work is to show the importance of the Cruz-Badiano codex which is based on the native and traditional medicinal Mexican plants used to cure in the ancient times. A brief historical overview of the Cruz-Badiano codex, his origin and the round trip between México-Spain-México is described. Some of the beautiful handmade illustrations of Mexican medicinal plants are shown. And a brief review of plants that have been subject of pharmacological studies is given.

scholarly journals Medicinal Plants and Isolated Molecules Demonstrating Immunomodulation Activity as Potential Alternative Therapies for Viral Diseases Including COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan A. Alhazmi ◽  
Asim Najmi ◽  
Sadique A. Javed ◽  
Shahnaz Sultana ◽  
Mohammed Al Bratty ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Defense Mechanism ◽  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Viral Diseases ◽  
Scientific Databases ◽  
Current Review ◽  
Potential Alternative ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Prevention And Cure

Plants have been extensively studied since ancient times and numerous important chemical constituents with tremendous therapeutic potential are identified. Attacks of microorganisms including viruses and bacteria can be counteracted with an efficient immune system and therefore, stimulation of body’s defense mechanism against infections has been proven to be an effective approach. Polysaccharides, terpenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids, glycosides, and lactones are the important phytochemicals, reported to be primarily responsible for immunomodulation activity of the plants. These phytochemicals may act as lead molecules for the development of safe and effective immunomodulators as potential remedies for the prevention and cure of viral diseases. Natural products are known to primarily modulate the immune system in nonspecific ways. A number of plant-based principles have been identified and isolated with potential immunomodulation activity which justify their use in traditional folklore medicine and can form the basis of further specified research. The aim of the current review is to describe and highlight the immunomodulation potential of certain plants along with their bioactive chemical constituents. Relevant literatures of recent years were searched from commonly employed scientific databases on the basis of their ethnopharmacological use. Most of the plants displaying considerable immunomodulation activity are summarized along with their possible mechanisms. These discussions shall hopefully elicit the attention of researchers and encourage further studies on these plant-based immunomodulation products as potential therapy for the management of infectious diseases, including viral ones such as COVID-19.

scholarly journals The versatility of Tricholepis glaberrima (Brahmadandi): An Overview

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 149-154
Author(s):  
Ekta Khare ◽  
Sakhi Ghosh ◽  
Aditi Sharma ◽  
Nayanika K.
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Nutritive Value ◽  
Review Paper ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Current Review ◽  
The Everyday ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
Crude Drugs ◽  
Day By Day

Since ancient times, crude drugs have been used as medicines and are of great importance for human beings. However, traditional knowledge about the use of medicinal plants is eroding day by day, and there was a need to document the everyday experience of these indigenous medicinal plants. Ayurveda describes the medicinal values and uses of plants for healthcare. By the course of time, various new plants got added to Ayurvedic material medica, Dravyaguna Vigyan. Tricholepis glaberrima (Brahmadandi) is one of them. This plant has great importance due to its nutritive value and a significant source of medicines as they have been found throughout human history.This plant is mostly used for its aphrodisiac property, but several unknown activities need to be taken seriously. This mini-review paper encompasses the Ayurvedic aspects as well as the phytochemistry structure and pharmacological activities of the Brahmadandi plant. The current review focuses on the updated information from various scientific studies and reports available in the context of the phytoconstituents and pharmacology of this plant. This review also provides adequate information about the use of this plant in an Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda.

Current status of Indian medicinal plants with antidiabetic potential: a review

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. S291-S298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raju Patil ◽  
Ravindra Patil ◽  
Bharati Ahirwar ◽  
Dheeraj Ahirwar
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plants
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