scholarly journals Ethnobotanical and Pharmacological Importance of Western Himalayan Fir Abies pindrow (Royle ex D. Don) Royle: A Review

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Dwaipayan Sinha
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Indian Subcontinent ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Bioactive Constituents ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Bladder Diseases ◽  
Abies Pindrow

Aims: Abies pindrow (Royle ex D. Don) Royle., colloquially known as the Western Himalayan fir, is a conifer that grows along the Himalayan mountains from Afghanistan to Nepal. The plant is extensively used by locals for the treatments of various ailments. Thus based on the available reports about its importance in traditional system of medicine, an attempt has been made to review this species in context of its medicinal and pharmaceutical importance. Study Design: The review article has been designed based on literature survey. The article is grossly divided into four broad phases consisting of compiled information of Abies pindrow: (1) Ethnobotanical information (2) Chemical Constituents (3) Pharmacological activities (4) Discussion mainly highlighting the mode of action of the bioactive compounds in relation to its pharmacological activity. Methodology: Extensive literature search have been performed in the web using PubMed, PubMed Central, google scholar as search platform. Efforts have also been taken to compile information from research papers and review articles not more than 10 years old. Information from old literatures were preferably avoided unless found to be very relevant to the subject. Results: The literature survey revealed that the plant has been used to treat cough and cold, diabetes, cataract and bladder diseases. The plant is also considered to be carminative, astringent, antispasmodic, diuretic, tonic and anti-inflammatory. The plant is also rich in terpenes and terpene alcohols. Testing for antidiabetic, neuroprotective, anticataract and antixiolytic activities have been promising and the bioactive constituents and efforts are made to interpret the possible mechanism of action of bioactive compounds in bringing about the pharmacological activities. Conclusion: It is concluded that the plant can be explored and bioprospected for an affordable source of drug and nutraceutical for better management of health related issues of people of Indian subcontinent.

scholarly journals A Comprehensive Review on the Chemical Composition and Pharmacological Activities of Acacia catechu (L.f.) Willd.

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Bikash Adhikari ◽  
Babita Aryal ◽  
Bibek Raj Bhattarai
Keyword(s):  
Natural Products ◽  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Or Management ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Potent Drug ◽  
Acacia Catechu

With the emergence of epidemics, pandemics, and infectious diseases, several research activities have been carried out on natural products to tackle them. As there are structural diversities in natural products, researchers are focused on exploring them for treatment and/or management of various infections and/or diseases. Acacia catechu (L.f.) Willd. belonging to the order Fabales and family Fabaceae shows a wide range of pharmacological functions in the management of diseases in humankind. This review was carried out to gather and provide information about the chemical constituents and pharmacological activities of A. catechu through the literature survey of scientific articles. On preliminary assessments, A. catechu is demonstrated as a significant wellspring of bioactive compounds with a wide range of biological and pharmaceutical applications such as antidiabetic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, antidiarrheal, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, hepatoprotective, immunomodulatory, and so on. Although the metabolites from the plant are reported with diverse pharmacological applications, there is little information in regards to toxicity and clinical trials on bioactive compounds of this plant. Further research on diverse bioactive compounds from the plant is required to develop them as a successful potent drug.

scholarly journals Review Based Upon Ayurvedic and Traditional Uses of Cinnamomum tamala (Tejpatta)

2021 ◽  
Vol 68 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shifali Thakur ◽  
Gitika Chaudhary
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Bioactive Constituents ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
The Past ◽  
Cinnamomum Tamala ◽  
Medicinal Use ◽  
Phytochemical Compounds ◽  
Phytochemical Constituents ◽  
Herbal Plant ◽  
Flavoring Agent

Cinnamomum tamala is an evergreen plant native to Sri Lanka and India. This herbal plant is commonly called Indian cassia, Tejpatta and Indian bay leaf. There are many bioactive constituents isolated from plant Cinnamomum tamala. Leaves of the plant possess aromatic fragrance and are also utilized as a flavoring agent. It is used in food curry, pickles and other spices. Besides food application, the leaves have also been used for curing a number of ailments. All parts of the plant possess many major bioactive chemical constituents like cinnamaldehyde, trans-cinnamaldehyde, 3,4,5,7- tetrahydroxyflavone, 3,3,4,5,6- pentahydroflavone (non-glycoside compounds), kaempferol, eugenol, etc. These phytochemical compounds have many pharmacological activities such as anticancer, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, antidiarrheal and immunomodulatory. In the past time, it is also considered for medicinal use. Their medicinal use was also mentioned in the literature of ayurveda, yunani and other traditional systems of medicine. Due to aromatic fragrance, it is also utilized in the perfume industry. The major aim of this review is to give a brief knowledge about the plant Cinnamomum tamala based on their phytochemical constituents, ayurvedic view, folk view and pharmacological application.

scholarly journals ETHNOBOTANICAL USES, PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES OF PEPEROMIA PELLUCIDA (L.) KUNTH (PIPERACEAE)-A REVIEW

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raghavendra H. L. ◽  
Prashith Kekuda T. R.
Keyword(s):  
Joint Pain ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Promising Candidate ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Medicinal Uses ◽  
The Family ◽  
Ethnobotanical Uses ◽  
Flavoring Agent

Peperomia pellucida (L.) Kunth is a herb belonging to the family Piperaceae. In this review, an extensive literature survey was carried out to compile information available on medicinal uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of P. pellucida. The plant is used as food, flavoring agent and as medicine. The plant is used as medicine for treating various ailments or disorders such as asthma, rheumatism, wound, fever, stomach problems, kidney infection, hemorrhoid pain, joint pain, hypertension, diarrhea, snake bite and measles. The plant contains phytochemical groups such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, terpenoids, steroids and glycosides. Compounds such as dill apiole, phytol, stigmasterol, sitosterol, secolignans, tetrahydrofuran lignans, highly methoxylated dihydronaphthalenone, peperomins, sesamin and isoswertisin have been identified in the plant. Studies have shown that the plant exhibited several pharmacological activities such as antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-angiogenic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic, neuropharmacological, antisickling, anticancer, enzyme inhibitory, antiulcer, hypotensive, immunostimulatory, fracture healing and antidiabetic activities which support the traditional use of the plant. Purified chemicals from the plant have also shown to exhibit certain pharmacological activities such as antiulcer, anticancer and antimicrobial activity. By this extensive literature review, it can be concluded that P. pellucida can be utilized as a promising candidate for developing newer drugs with potent pharmacological activities. 

scholarly journals Ethnomedicinal, Pharmacological and Antimicrobial Aspects of Moringa oleifera Lam.: A review

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-50
Author(s):  
Ajeet Singh ◽  
◽  
Navneet ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Moringa Oleifera ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Stimulant Effect ◽  
The Central Nervous System ◽  
Drumstick Tree ◽  
Moringa Oleifera Lam

The inclusive information is provided in present review on traditional uses, antimicrobial activity and pharmacology of Moringa oleifera Lam. It is commonly known as ‘drumstick tree’. M. oleifera is alternative tonic, astringent, emollient, aphrodisiac etc. Bark of this plant is considered as cooling. Seeds of this plant are considered as aphoradisiac. It has a depressant rather than a stimulant effect on the central nervous system. Many pharmacological investigations have been carried out based on its chemical constituents. Extensive literature survey revealed many pharmacological properties includes antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer, anticonvulsant, antidiabetic, antimutagenic, anticlastogenic, anti-fertility, antiulcer, antioxidant, antiviral and wound healing activities

Mentha arvensis (Pudina): A Review Based upon its Medicinal Properties

2021 ◽  
pp. 143-148
Author(s):  
Shifali Thakur ◽  
Bhawna Walia ◽  
Gitika Chaudhary
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
General Description ◽  
Mentha Arvensis ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Medicinal Uses ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Phytochemical Compounds ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Flavoring Agent

Since the origin in life, plants have remained the primary source of food, shelter and various remedial approaches. Plants are being in use for treating various kind of diseases across the world. Mentha arvensis linn. is a medicinal plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is utilized as a household remedy, food seasoner and for many other industrial purposes. Mentha arvensis is traditionally used in patients with hypertension and ischemic heart disease. The plant species are well recognized for their folk medicinal uses, especially to treat cold, fever, digestive and cardiovascular disorders. The leaves of Mentha arvensis are recorded to possess potent therapeutic values. Leaves of plant also possess aromatic fragrance and are utilized as a flavoring agent. The leaves are utilized for the treatment of liver disease, spleen, asthma and jaundice. Various bioactive compounds isolated from this plant are terpenoids, alcohols, rosmarinic acids and phenolics. These bioactive compounds have many pharmacological properties such as antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, antioxidant, antiulcer, immunomodulatory, antifertility and anti-tumor. These pharmacological activities of the Mentha arvensis plant are also mentioned in the literature of ayurveda, unani and other traditional system of medicine. The present review is summarizing the general description, phytochemical compounds, traditional view, modern view and pharmacological activities of the Mentha arvensis plant.

GCMS Analysis of Bioactives of Piper betle Linn. Leaf

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-32
Author(s):  
Sapna Saini ◽  
Sanju Nanda ◽  
Anju Dhiman
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Quantitative Estimation ◽  
Piper Betle ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Constant Flow Rate ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Head Space ◽  
Ms Analysis ◽  
Space Method ◽  
Good Percentage

Background: Piper betle Linn. (Piperaceae) is commonly known as “Green gold of India” due to its high commercial value. It is a Vedic plant used in various traditional system of medicine v.iz. Ayurveda system of medicine, Yunani system of medicine attributed to various pharmacological activities v.i.z. antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-fertility, antimutagenic etc. Objectives: The main objective of the present study is quantitative estimation of the various bioactive compounds present in leaf of P. betle L. (Bangla variety) by GC-MS analysis using head space method. Material and Methods: The vapor sample of leaf of P. betle L. was prepared by head space method for GCMS analysis. GCMS analysis was carried out using high resolution Thermo scientific TSQ 8000 Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometer. Helium is used as carrier gas (99.999 %) with a constant flow rate of 1 ml/min. Total run time was 29.10 min. Results: GC-MS analysis revealed the presence of 16 bioactive compounds in leaf of P. betle L. Eugenol (29.13%), Bakuchiol (11.79%) and α-linalool (14.88%) are the chief bioactive compounds of leaf. Leaf has been also reported to contain a good percentage of various terpenoids like β- caryophyllene (7.69), α-muurolene (4.19), α-bisabolene (0.98), etc. Conclusion: From GC-MS analysis results it can be concluded that leaf of P. betle L. is a reservoir of valuable phenolic and susquiterpene compounds. Eugenol chief biomarker compound present leaf is a versatile remarkable molecule. Due to number of phytoconstituents P. betle L. leaf is recommended as plant of phytopharmaceutical importance.

scholarly journals WHEATGRASS (TRITICUM AESTIVUM LINN.): A POTENTIAL SUBSTITUTE OF HUMAN BLOOD IN TRADITIONAL SYSTEM OF MEDICINE

2021 ◽  
pp. 43-47
Author(s):  
SHAILJA CHOUDHARY ◽  
HEMLATA KAURAV ◽  
GITIKA CHAUDHARY
Keyword(s):  
Triticum Aestivum ◽  
Human Blood ◽  
Review Paper ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Wheat Plant ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Common

Wheatgrass (Triticum aestivum Linn.) refers to the young grass of the common wheat plant which belongs to the family Poaceae. It is known as thepowerhouse of nutrients and vitamins. The juice of wheatgrass is known as “green blood” which contains an excessive amount of chlorophyll content(70% of the total chemical constituents), antioxidants, active enzymes, vitamins, and other vital nutrients which are used to enhance lungs and heartfunction. Wheatgrass juice is also taken as a supplementary diet to boost the immune system and provide strength to the human body. From reportedstudies, it is proved that molecules of human blood hemoglobin and wheatgrass chlorophyll contain the same structure and can act as a substitute forhemoglobin in hemoglobin deficiency conditions. It is a highly nutritive plant and is used to cure diseases such as cancer, diabetes, ulcer, rheumatoidarthritis, hyperlipidemia, thalassemia, anemia, kidney stone, asthma, digestive problems, and skin diseases. Pharmacologically, wheatgrass carriesproperties such as anti-diabetic, anti-allergic, antioxidant, anti-ulcer, anticancer, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antiarthriticproperties. In this review paper, attempts have been made to provide a brief overview of wheatgrass, its pharmacological activities, andayurvedic view.

scholarly journals  ​Ethanomedicine and Pharmacology of Semal (Bombax ceiba L.)- A Indian Medicinal Plant: A Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rekha T. Rajput
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Inhibitory Effects ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Indian Medicinal Plant ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Antiangiogenic Activity ◽  
Anti Hiv

Bombax ceiba L. is valuable herb in the ayurvedic and traditional systems of medicine. In traditional system of drugs various plant parts and exudates are used as medicine. On the basis of literature survey, plant is found to be beneficial as astringent, cooling, stimulant, diuretic, aphrodisiac, demulcent, dysentery, tonic and also useful in the treatment of asthma, diarrhea, wound healing, leucorrhea, anemia and tuberculosis. Apart from these, it is also reported as anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective, anticancer and anti-HIV activity, anti-helicobacter pylori activity, antiangiogenic activity, analgesic and antioxidant activity, inhibitory effects on tube-like formation of human umbilical venous cells, hypotensive, hypoglycemic activity, cholinesterase and antimicrobial activity. This review is an attempt to discuss the various pharmacognosy, ethnomedicinal, pharmacology and traditional uses along with reported phytochemical and pharmacological activities of Bombax ceiba.

scholarly journals Pharmacological Activity of Some Nigeria Plants Extracts in the Remidiation of Alloxan-Induced Diabetes in Rats: A Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 73-82
Author(s):  
Wilfred Chiahemen Agber ◽  
Raphael Wanger Anyam
Keyword(s):  
Plant Extracts ◽  
Experimental Diabetes ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Drug Molecules ◽  
Narrative Perspective ◽  
Treatment Of Diabetes ◽  
Novel Drug ◽  
Good Number

Plants are considered to be medicinal if they possess pharmacological activities of possible therapeutic use. A narrative perspective of medicinal evidences on the biochemical effectiveness of plant extracts used in the treatment of diabetes in rats was reviewed. The review was designed to highlight the chemical constituents and pharmacological potentials of some Nigeria plants used in experimental diabetes. The literature survey reveals the therapeutic efficiency of crude aqueous extracts of many plant species used either independently or in combination with some standard drugs for the treatment of diabetes with rats. Identified literature show a considerable degree of overlap and consistency in methods and results of findings. Some plant extracts were reported to be more effective in combination with other plant extracts and also a few were more effective than many standard drugs. There is a good number of quality research regarding plant extracts for the treatment and management of diabetes in rats. These plants identified as having anti diabetic potentials may be remedy for the treatment and management of diabetes in human. Research should explode more about these valuable plants to ascertain the dosage that may be required for man and if possible develop novel drug molecules for the future.

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