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42 articles for “Ayurvedic pharmacology”
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Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Unani Traditional Uses of Mazoo (Quercus infectoria): A Review
Abstract: Quercus infectoria (Family: Fagaceae) generally recognized as gall oak, is a trifling shrub originate in Greece, Asia Minor and Iran is predictably assumed to have enormous therapeutic status. There are two varieties of mazoo; one is solid type with no hole on its surface and another is light weighted hold cavity inside and hole on its surface but solid type is medicinally better. Pharmacologically, various animal and human studies have …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Phyto-pharmacological Review of Banafsha (Viola odorata) with Special Reference to Unani Uses
Abstract: Viola odorata Linn. known as banafshan in Unani medicine is being used in different systems of medicine since very old time. Vast description of this herb is present in Unani literature regarding its therapeutic uses in various ailments. Phytochemical analyses have also shown presence of different alkaloids and chemicals in this herb proving its medicinal importance. Also parts of this herb have been studied in animals for its pharmacological properties …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Tinospora Cordifolia (Willd.) Hook.f. & Thomson: A Review on Herbal Formulations and Health Benefits
Abstract: India has a vast variety of medicinal plants utilised as natural medicines since prehistoric times. Herbal medicine was the main form of treatment earlier in the 20th century because neither antibiotics nor analgesics were readily available. Nowadays, natural plant products are becoming more significant in clinical research since they have no side effects and have greater pharmacological response than allopathic medications. Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy or Guduchi) is a climbing shrub …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Review on Neem Bark: A Unani Medicine
Abstract: Neem is a medicinal plant found in almost every region of India recognized for its medicinal and therapeutic uses. Although all parts of this plant possess medicinal value, the neem bark has been widely used by the Unani physicians to treat various ailments especially for wound healing, dental problems and infectious diseases. In phytochemical analysis various biologically active substances have been isolated showing its medicinal importance. Also in animal studies …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Pharmacological and Therapeutic Uses of Azadirachta Indica in the Treatment of Various Diseases
Abstract: In ancient medicine, the majority of illnesses were treated with plants and phyto-compounds. The most beneficial traditional medicinal plant is Azadirachta indica (Neem). In Ayurveda, it has several therapeutic effects. One of the most adaptable medicinal herbs, it exhibits a broad range of biological action. It possesses medicinal qualities, including anti-microbial, and high efficacy and safety agents. The biologically active components of this plant have a wide range of uses. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 14–25 Read article
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A Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Properties of Curcuma amada (Zingiberaceae)
Abstract: Plant has been employed in traditional medicine since ancient times. Curcuma amada Roxb. (Mango ginger), is a member of Zingiberaceae family and the Curcuma genus. It is a distinctive spice that shares a similar appearance with ginger but provides a raw mango taste. It is considered as a valuable plant in traditional medicine which plays a crucial function in both the food and pharmaceutical industries. Ayurveda and Unani medicinal traditions …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Gnidia glauca: A Review on Pharmacological Activities
Abstract: For thousands of years, people have used medicinal plants as a source of healing in their communities all around the world. The traditional Indian herbal medicines have their own value in the health care sector. In Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda, one of the plants Gnidia glauca is a flowering plant belonging to family Thymelaeaceae. According to study, G. glauca has antidiabetic, antioxidant, antifungal, antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, locomotor activity, anxiety and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Critical Analysis of Pathyapathya Ahara in Tamaka Shwasa (Bronchial Asthma) in Children
Abstract: Introduction: Asthma is described as a hyper-reactive disorder of airways characterized by airway inflammation and bronchial secretions due to hyper-responsiveness of airway cells. The prevalence of asthma has shown consistently an upward trend through the last few decades, especially in children, and accounts for more school absences and more hospitalizations than any other chronic illness. Materials and Methods: Review from diverse Ayurvedic literatures, pediatric books, research journals, magazines and authentic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Pain Management Through Ayurvedic Tablets and Capsules
Abstract: Triphala Guggulu is a classical formulation widely used in Ayurveda for the management of metabolic and inflammatory disorders. It represents a synergistic combination of Triphala – composed of Emblica officinalis, Terminalia bellirica, and Terminalia chebula – along with the oleo-gum resin of Commiphora mukul. In traditional Ayurvedic practice, this formulation has been prescribed for conditions, such as arthritis, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and chronic constipation, primarily due to its reputed ability to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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A Comprehensive review on phytomedicinal activity of chirchita (Achyranthes aspera): an Indian Rural Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Because it is used to treat many types of diseases. Native to India, Achyranthes aspera (Chirchita) has been used in rural medicine for generations.This review explores the phytomedicinal significance of Achyranthes aspera, focusing on its bioactive compounds and the pharmacological activities that support its use in treating various ailments. This plant is a useful tool in traditional and alternative medicine. Because it has anti-inflammatory properties Antioxidants Antibacterial, anticancer and liver …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 74–85 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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Kapikacchu (Mucuna pruriens): A Promising Indigenous Herbal Drug and Its Effect on Different Disease Conditions
Abstract: Mucuna pruriens is widely known as “velvet bean,” which originally belongs to eastern part of India and China where it is cultivated as vegetable crop. It has been shown that its seeds are potentially of substantial medicinal importance. Kapikacchu belongs to Fabaceae family and it is widely used for aphrodisiac purpose as well as for Parkinson disease. It has lots of pharmacological properties such as hypoglycemic activity, antioxidant activity, aphrodisiac …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Bioenhancer to Boost Herbal Drug Efficacy
Abstract: Bioenhancers are natural substances that significantly improve the absorption, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy of drugs when co-administered, without showing notable pharmacological activity of their own. In herbal medicine, the concept of bioenhancement has received growing attention as many phytoconstituents exhibit low oral bioavailability due to poor solubility, limited permeability, and extensive first-pass metabolism. The traditional Ayurvedic system first introduced this concept through the discovery of Piperine, the active alkaloid from …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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A Review on Phytochemical and Pharmacological Properties of Anacyclus Pyrethrum (Akarkara)
Abstract: The wild species Anacyclus pyrethrum, or A. pyrethrum, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is commonly known as Akarkara. It originated in Spain, Morocco, and Algeria, and has since spread to Sri Lanka, India, Ukraine, Germany, Myanmar, France, and Poland. It is the benefits of bioactive compounds of plant found the chemical makeup, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effects of hydroalcoholic extracts of A. pyrethrum’s roots, seeds, leaves, and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 102–110 Read article
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A General Review of Mucuna Pruriens W.S.R to its effect on Parkinson’s Disease.
Abstract: Mucuna Pruriens is a very famous drug prescribed in classical ayurvedic science in various disorder of Nervous System including Kampavata .In Clinical Practice ,Physician used Levadopa as a Dopamine replacement agent in controlling bradykinetic symptoms apparent in Parkinson disease so used successfully in treatment of Parkinson disease.Kapikacchu(Mucuna Pruriens) is having Balya, Brimhanaha, Vrishya, and Vatahara properties and is a natural source of L-dopa. So, keeping in views of the degenerative …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Unlocking Wellness by Ayurveda with Contrasting Modern Medicine
Abstract: In the modern world, we are so subordinate to drugs that we are unable to imagine a single day without them. Like smartphones, we are also addicted to pharmaceuticals, which significantly impact our lives. Constant utilization of medicine makes resistance and dependence on the medicament. It moreover has diverse side effects that cause various health hazards. As people become aware of this, the utilization of herbal remedies has expanded worldwide. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Remedial Prospective of Vitis vinifera in Unani System of Medicine: An Overview
Abstract: Vitis vinifera Linn belonging to the family Vitaceae is known as Angoor in Unani and Draakshaa in Ayurveda system of medicine. It is found in North-western India especially Bengal, Himachal and Andhra Pradesh. The plant contains malic acid, tannic acid, flavonoids, tartrates, inositol, carotenes, choline and sugars. It has been used in traditional systems of medicine since centuries for the treatment of diseases like bilious dyspepsia, dysuria, cholera, nausea, fever, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Perspectives on ‘Kamsaharitaki’: an Ayurvedic Formulation for COVID-19 related Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS)
Abstract: Background and Aim: Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 receptor (ACE2), together with Transmembrane protease serine 2 (TMPRSS2), is a protein receptor for SARS-CoV-2 virus in the host subject; expression of ACE2 and TMPRSS2 reveals the multidimensional character of COVID-19 infection. SARS-CoV-2 Prominently induces pulmonary and systemic injury with other synergistic mechanisms. Preexisting chronic inflammatory conditions markedly sustain and aggravate the severity and cytokine storm. Inflammatory responses are closely linked with COVID-19 severity …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy Read article
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Phytoconstituents of Ticanto crista (L.) R. Clark & Gagnon (Caesalpiniaceae): A Review
Abstract: Ticanto crista (L.) R. Clark & Gagnon (= Caesalpinia crista L.), a member of the Leguminosae family, is a medicinally important plant traditionally used in various systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, for treating a wide range of ailments. It has attracted increasing scientific interest due to its rich phytochemical profile and therapeutic potential. This review serves as a comprehensive index of the chemical structures of common and medicinal compounds isolated …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 38–59 Read article
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Review on Elaeocarpus Ganitrus (Rudraksha)
Abstract: The seed of Elaeocarpus Ganitrus, also known as Rudraksha, is renowned for its electromagnetic characteristics. Recent scientific research has demonstrated that this seed possesses natural electromagnetic properties which can effectively treat various chronic diseases. This study focuses on the phytochemical screening and thin layer chromatographic analysis of the extract obtained from Elaeocarpus Ganitrus seeds, which belong to the Elaeocarpaceae family. Bombay, and is commonly grown as an ornamental tree in …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 8–15 Read article