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244 articles for “herbal plant”
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Polymer Chemistry in Sustained-Release Herbal Composites: Designing a Stable Euphorbia tithymaloides Topical System with Phospholipid and Polymer Matrices
Abstract: Polymer chemistry enables the stabilization and sustained release of herbal actives, critical for topical therapeutic applications. This study explores a novel process for preparing a stable, sustained-release topical composition of Euphorbia tithymaloides, leveraging polymer-based systems. Ethanolic extract (50 mg) of the plant, rich in unstable sugar moieties (e.g., D-ribose) and sterols (e.g., stigmasterol), is encapsulated within a phospholipid matrix of phosphatidylcholine (50–100 mg) and cholesterol (50–100 mg). This lipid-polymer complex, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 165–171 Read article
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Herbs with Hepatoprotective Properties
Abstract: Liver is a vital organ of our body. It is responsible for detoxifying the toxins from the body. Non-hepatitis cases contribute the most for liver diseases. Liver helps in making bile, storing iron, copper, and vitamin A, B and D. There are many liver diseases which include sluggishness of liver, acute viral, drug induced hepatitis and alcoholic liver disease. In order to keep liver healthy, fibre rich diet should be …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Phytopharmacognostical Study and Development & Assessment of Topical Herbal Ointment from Leaves of Calotropis gigantea
Abstract: Joint pain is a common problem that affects people all over the world and calls for efficient treatment solutions. The present study investigated the creation of a topical formulation for the treatment of joint pain that uses an extract from the leaves of Calotropis gigantea. C. gigantea is sometimes referred to as huge milk weed and aak leaves. It is a member of the Apocynaceae family. This versatile plant has …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 114–120 Read article
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Concept of Type-2 Diabetes mellitus (Ziabetus shakri) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: The term diabetes mellitus (DM) describes a metabolic disorder of multiple aetiology, characterized by chronic hyperglycaemia with disturbance of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism; resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. If the disease condition is left untreated, it causes many complications. It currently affects more than 62 million Indians, which is more than 7.1% of the adult population. Nearly 1 million Indians die due to diabetes …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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Discovery of Curcumin: Miraculous Activity as Anticancer
Abstract: AbstractCancer is the second most life-threatening disease and one of the main public health problems worldwide now a day. Despite the great advances in cancer therapy, the incidence and mortality rates of cancer remain high. Therefore, the quest for more efficient and less toxic cancer treatment strategies is still at the forefront of current research. Curcumin is an active ingredient of the Curcuma longa plant, has received great attention over …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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In Vitro Efficacy of Some Medicinal Plant Extracts against Aspergillus Niger: A Disease Causing Plant Fungus
Abstract: Medicinal plants have been used in the prevention, treatment, and cure disorders and diseases in ancient times and they provide abundant resources of antimicrobial compounds, has been used for centuries to inhibit the microbial growth. Diseases of medicinal plants were caused by the pathogenic microbes: especially fungi are common throughout the world. Microbial diseases of plants cause malfunctions such as disturb normal functions by degrading enzymes, toxin, and growth substances, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Formulation And Evaluation of Vyadhikshamatva Vardhak Giloy Ghanvatis
Abstract: The product of Kalka Kalpana, one of the five essential ayurvedic medicinal preparations, is vati Kalpana. Because of its many advantages, such as its tasty nature, ease of administration, ease of dispensing, and ease of transportation, vati kalpana is a vital part of the ayurvedic formulation. A pharmaceutical technique called vati kalpana uses powder of unprocessed medications (herbal or herbo minerals) and is triturated using juice, honey, or kassayam, and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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A Novel Protease Identified in the Latex of Ficus longifolia
Abstract: AbstractA proteolytic enzyme has been extracted from the latex of the plant Ficus longifolia. The optimum pH and temperature for the activity of the enzyme have been determined as 9 and 70°C respectively. It was activated by cysteine and β-mercaptoethanol. Its activity was inhibited strongly and reversibly by PCMB (Para Chloro Mercury Benzoate), which revealed that the latex protease is a cysteine protease. It is a novel plant latex protease.Keywords: …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Unani Traditional, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review on Mentha arvensis
Abstract: Lots of routinely used herbal derivatives in our daily life has significant medicinal properties which are widely used throughout the world without knowing its true medicinal value and importance. Mentha arvensis commonly known as Pudina belongs to the family Lamiacea, widely distributed all over India. Herbal extracts of M. arvensis are used for maintenance and restoration of health and cure of diseases since time unknown which have immense importance even …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Isolation of Bioactive Molecules from Ficus racemosa – Its Biochemical Characterization and in silico Analysis of Antimicrobial Studies
Abstract: Many herbal remedies have been employed in various medical systems for the treatment and management of different diseases. In this study, the purpose is to extract and isolate the alkaloid from leaf-galls of Ficus racemosa plant using suitable solvents by soxhlet extracter and performing the antimicrobial activities against different bacterial and fungal strains and in silico analysis on membrane proteins, outer membrane protein A tran-membrane domain (OmpA) and Feruloyl esterase …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Therapeutic Role of Mako (Solanum nigrum Linn): An Evidence Based Review
Abstract: Solanum nigrum Linn commonly known as Mako or black night shade usually grows as a weed found throughout India. It possesses various compounds like glycol-alkaloids, glycoproteins, polysaccharides and phenolic compounds which are responsible for its diverse activities. Though S. nigrum contains one of most dreaded plant toxin solanine, it is a potential reservoir of antioxidants having hepatoptotective, antitumor, cytostatic, anticonvulsant antiulcerogenic and anti-inflammatory effects. As per WHO calculation, about 80% …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Overview On Lauha Rasayana W.S.R. To Rasayogasagar
Abstract: Ayurved is the ancient science which addresses disorders with the natural pharmaceuticals, including those derived from animals, plants, minerals and metals. Rasashastra is a pharmaceutical branch of Ayurved medicine, which developed in mediaeval period and focuses on therapeutic use of metals and minerals. Treatment with using of this metals, minerals, gemstones, animal product and herbal ingredients is known as Rasachikitsa. The key objective of Rasachikitsa is to deliver high-quality, safe …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Visualization of genomic sequence in BRCA1 and BRCA2
Abstract: Heredity is the main reason of breast cancer in women and mutation or genetic variations also another reason for the spread of breast cancer. Heredity and genetic variations are responsible 5%-10%, 30%-50% respectively. There are 90% chances of developing neoplasm by the mutations. The effect of BRCA1 and BRCA2 may leads to the variations in DNA therefore it should be in limited amounts so that there will be minimum changes …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude of Traditional Medicine among the Rural Communities of Bilaspur District (C.G.) India
Abstract: The herbs are still widely used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. Herbal medicines are natural and intrinsically harmless and have their own anti-disease effects. There are many tribal-dominated communities residing in the state of Chhattisgarh, who are very aware of the usefulness of medicinal plants. Medicinal valuable plant species are used for various diseases and disorders, diagnosis and cure by tribal communities of Bilaspur district and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Phytochemical and In vitro Regeneration Study of Vitex Nirgundo and Piper Betel
Abstract: Medicinal plants have been a major source of therapeutic agents since ancient times to cure human disease. Interest in the revival of natural drugs started in last decade mainly because of the wide spread belief that green medicine is healthier than synthetic products. Despite the major advances in the modern medicine, the development of new drugs from natural products is still considered important. In recent times, interest in plant research …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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A Review on the Magical Plant : Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
Abstract: Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is a revered medicinal herb in Ayurveda, recognized for its diverse health benefits, particularly for women’s health. The chemical makeup, pharmacological characteristics, and therapeutic uses of shatavari are thoroughly examined in this review. Key active compounds include saponins, flavonoids, and phytoestrogens, which contribute to its adaptogenic, antioxidant, and hormone-regulating effects. These properties make Shatavari effective in addressing female reproductive issues, such as infertility, irregular menstrual cycles, and …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 32–43 Read article
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A Brief Review on Herbal Excipients
Abstract: Natural or herbal excipients are significantly more advantageous than their synthetic equivalents because they are readily available, non-toxic, and less expensive. The pharmaceutical industries are becoming more interested in using these herbal excipients – mainly polymers of natural origin – in formulation development because of growing knowledge of them. The purpose of this study is to provide light on the possibility of using natural excipients, which are biocompatible and able …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Review on Cyperus scariosus: A Potential Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Saad kofi or Cyperus scariosus, known as Nagarmotha in India, is a delicate grass which is an angiosperm belonging to family Cyperaceae. Indian species of this plant is called motha. The best quality of saad is heavy in weight, rough from outside with strong aroma, whitish inside, highly bitter in taste. Its root extracts and volatile oil are used for medicinal purposes. Nagarmotha is also prescribed by local herbal medicine …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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A Review on Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Face Sheet Mask.
Abstract: This research focuses on the formulation and evaluation of a polyherbal face sheet mask developed using natural herbal ingredients to address common skin concerns such as acne, dullness, pigmentation, sun damage, dark spots, and uneven skin tone. With the increasing demand for safe, eco-friendly, and chemical-free skincare products, herbal-based cosmetic formulations have gained significant attention due to their therapeutic properties, minimal side effects, and enhanced consumer acceptance. Face sheet masks …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Different Herbal Approaches for Treatment of Viral Infections
Abstract: Viral infection like the regular cold, influenza, gastroenteritis, chickenpox herpes, hepatitis (Hep), (HIV), and flu are lethal in the greater part of cases, and treatment with manufactured medications may treat viral infection successfully yet have numerous long-lasting antagonistic results for other imperative organs of the human body. Numerous antiviral drugs as of now in clinical use have a thin range of action, restricted remedial handiness, and variable harmfulness. On the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 14–23 Read article