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40 articles for “Pharmacognostic”
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Evaluation of Different Extracts of Ganoderma lucidum on Pharmacognostical Parameters
Abstract: For about 5000 years or more, mushrooms have been used as medicines by human beings. Fungi are the great recyclers in nature. Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) is one of the most commonly used species of medicinal mushrooms. Reishi is not an edible mushroom, though people use reishi to brew teas for medicinal purposes only. This mushroom, due to its large number of pharmacological properties, has attracted substantial attention in recent era. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Phyto-Pharmacognostical Study of Zornia Gibbosa Span (Samyojaki)
Abstract: Recent survey shows that the plants extinction are occurring at rates hundreds of times higher than natural background rates, and 15,000 species of medicinal plants are now threatened. Under such circumstances the drugs which are abundantly available, common and cost-effective should be encouraged to control the extensive overuse of few classical drugs. Thus preventing them from verge of extinction and also reducing the chances of adulteration. Looking at the need …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Pharmacognostic Study of Callistemon viminalis (Sol. ex Gaertn.) Byrnes Bark
Abstract: Callistemon viminalis is an evergreen tree native to Australia having a wide history of traditional uses in various folklore medicinal practices. Traditionally it is used for the treatment of gastroenteritis, diarrhea, infections of urinary tract and skin. The present study includes micromarphological and physicochemical examinations on the bark of Callistemon viminalis (Sol. ex Gaertn.) Byrnes. The shade dried bark was studied as per the guidelines of the World Health Organization. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Pharmacognostical overview of Gymnema sylvestre and its role in the manifestation of metabolic syndrome and other diseases: a review
Abstract: G. sylvestre is herb plant and belongs to the Asclepiadaceae family. Leaves of this plant are used for making medicine for the treatment of diabetes they are also used as diuretics, as well as work sugar destroyers. The main chemical constituent of this plant is gymnemic acid. Investigation of literature uncovered some eminent pharmacological activities of this plant such as antidiabetic, hypolipidaemic, antimicrobial, free radical scavenging antiobesity and anti-inflammatory activities. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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Efficacy of Kalyanaka Ghritam and Sarpagandhadi yoga in Management of Scizophrenia.
Abstract: Clinical trials have shown that antipsychotic drugs alone have limited longterm efficacy. Moreover, they often have adverse side effects including dependency, drowsiness, impaired cognition and memory and sexual dysfunction. The present study was aimed at setting up a standard profile of Kalyanaka Ghrita and Sarpagandhadi yoga which was prepared using pharmacognostically authenticated raw drugs followed by subjecting it to detailed pharmacognostical analysis as per standard protocol.
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–26 Read article
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Panoramic review on Sida rhombifolia L.
Abstract: Sida Rhombifolia is also called Bala and is a well-known Ayurvedic herbal preparation used to treat inflammation, pain and neurological disorders. Literature calls Bala as Sida cordifolia, Sida, root powder acute, Sida cordata or Sida Rhombifolia subsp. retusa to achieve clinical efficacy of standardization of ksheerBala thailam Balamulacherna is essential.The objective of the study is to authenticate the pharmacognostic standards of Sida Rhombifolia root powder. Sida Rhombifolia was standardized with …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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Application of Metabolomics in Pharmacognosy
Abstract: In the field of pharmacognosy, the identification, quality control, and bioactivity evaluation of medicinal plants and natural products have become significantly more effective thanks to the development of a strong tool known as metabolomics, which is the complete study of small-molecule metabolites in biological systems. Metabolomics offers more in-depth insights into phytochemical composition, plant metabolism, and the mechanisms that underlie medicinal benefits. It does this by enabling high-throughput analysis and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 01–07 Read article
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Study-based Pharmacological Appraisal of Commiphora myrrha
Abstract: Myrrh is a highly aromatic resin exuded from the bark of various species of the Commiphora genus, such as Commiphora myrrha, Commiphora molmol, and Commiphora abyssinica. The name “Commiphora” is derived from the Greek words “kommi” and “phero” meaning “gum-bearing.” These trees are mainly found in arid regions of the Middle East and Africa. The resin is harvested by making incisions in the bark and allowing the sap to dry …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Standardization of Unani Poly-herbal Formulation Habb-e-Rasaut
Abstract: AbstractLack of standardized herbal medicines as OTC products is a major setback in the popular acceptance of these products. Standardization and quality control of indigenous medicines will not only increase the benefits of the drugs but also translate into higher profits for industry. Present study has been carried out to ascertain the quality of the ingredients used in the formulation through pharmacognostic, physicochemical and TLC studies which may serve as …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 58–60 Read article
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Evaluation of Pharmacopoeial and Quality Control Standards of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. Seeds
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe seeds of the plant Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Fam: Nymphaeceae) are used against the ailments of poor digestion, enteritis, chronic diarrhea, insomnia and palpitation. In view of its medicinal importance, the present study was conducted to standardize the drug using pharmacognostical, physico-chemical and WHO methods. Microscopical studies show the presence of cotyledonary parenchyma cells filled with starch grains, palisade-like cells and non-lignified thick-walled sclerenchyma cells. TLC of chloroform and alcohol …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.) – A Drug Review
Abstract: Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum Linn. belonging family Lamiaceae) is described as a sacred and useful medicinal plant in ancient literature. It is derived from ‘Sanskrit,’ which means "the incomparable one. Tulasi leaves have Katu- Kashaya Rasa, as well as Laghu, Ruksha and Tikshna Guna and Ushna Virya. It has proven pharmacological actions such as antioxidant, immune-modulatory, antipyretic, anticancer, chemo-preventive, radio-protective, anti-hypertensive, cardio protective, antimicrobial activity and many more. The present article …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Evaluation Of Anti Obesity Activity Of Citrus Sinensis & Citrus Limon By High Fat Diet Induced Model Using Danio Rerio
Abstract: Obesity, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as an abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health, is becoming one of the greatest challenges to global health in this millennium, with more than 300 million men and nearly 450 million women obese globally in 2018. Obesity turns into serious problem globally. Zebrafish model can be used extensively for drug screening due to its low maintenance cost, comparatively short …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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A Review Article on Oroxylum indicum: A Versatile Medicinal Tree
Abstract: Oroxylum indicum, commonly known as the Indian trumpet tree or Shyonaka, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Bignoniaceae family. It is widely used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda for treating various ailments including neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular conditions, arthritis, hepatitis, malignancies, diarrhea, fever, and jaundice. The plant's therapeutic properties are primarily attributed to its rich content of bioactive flavonoids, which exhibit notable anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic effects. Found …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–07 Read article
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Secret of Dr. JRK’s 777 Oil–Pharmacognostic and Cell Culture Revelation
Abstract: The metabolites profile of Wrightia tinctoria leaf with reference to their age (young, matured and senescent) was studied by TLC (Thin-Layer Chromatography) and HPTLC (High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography) derivatization. Further, the difference between the young and matured leaf was tested by anatomical and pharmacognostic means. The profile of Dr. JRK’s 777 oil matched fully with the profile of young leaf. The quantitative and qualitative abundance of metabolites was found to be …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 03, 2014 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Biological Activities of Caesalpinia crista L. (Caesalpinaceae)
Abstract: Caesalpinia crista L., a member of the Caesalpinaceae family, is used for medicinal purposes. It's a thorny bush that grows in the tropics of India, Sri Lanka and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, but can be found all over the world. It has a long history of importance as a therapeutic agent in the traditional plant system of India. This is a highly valued medicinal plant used in the ancient …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 12–26 Read article
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Petroleum Ether, A Laboratory Solvent Induced Cannibalism, Piloerection and Straub Tail Reaction in Rodents
Abstract: Petroleum ether is one of the most commonly used solvent in extraction of herbals/biological substances. In pharmacognostical studies, petroleum ether is used as a solvent for extract of herbals which was used for further pharmacological investigation. In a few of their studies, the authors have observed petroleum ether-induced piloerection which may be related to the herbal extract or trace solvent effect. Complete removal of petroleum ether solvent in herbal extract …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Pharmaco-Nutraceutical and Chromatographic Study of Wattakaka Volubilis (Linn. f.) Stapf. Leaves
Abstract: Wattakaka volubilis (Linn.f.) stapf. (Asclepediaceae), twinning shrub, is used as a source plant of Jeevanti, an established drug of Ayurveda. Its leaves are used by the tribal people as a source of vegetable. The present work has been undertaken, to establish the necessary pharmacognostical, nutraceutical, physicochemical and HPTLC characters of leaves of Wattakaka volubilis following standard procedures. Results showed that the leaves are simple, petiolated, opposite, cordate to ovate, hispidly …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Clinical Evaluation of Lekhaniya Effect of Vacha (Acorus calamus) and Musta (Cyperus rotundus) in Medoroga w.s.r. to Obesity: A Comparative Study
Abstract: Present clinical study was designed to assess the lekhaniya effect of Vacha and Musta in reducing sign and symptoms of Medoroga. Lekhaniya effect can be correlates with antiobesity drug action. Total 40 patient of Medoroga were registered in the OPD of Pakwasa, (Shri Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur). Total patients were divided equally into 2 groups: A and B. Study was done by using randomized single blind method. The trial drugs were …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Detailed Introduction and Physicochemical Analysis of Green Tea
Abstract: Aim: The present study was aimed to discuss the detailed description and physicochemical analysis of green tea.Objectives:To estimate the beneficial effects of green tea on humans.Detailing of pharmacognostic account of green tea.To understand the role of green tea in the management of cancer.To evaluate their physicochemical properties.Introduction: Green tea is obtained from ‘Camellia sinensis’ belonging to Theaceae family. It is the most widely consumed beverage after water. Green tea acts …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Anatomical Descriptive Research Studies on the Young and Old Stems of Urena lobata Linn
Abstract: Urena lobata Linn (usually known as Caesar weed), which has a place with the group of Malvaceae, is dispersed all over India. This spice is stuffing in nature and goes under the bush classification (60 to 100 cm long). The plant contains flavonoids and flavonoid glycosides like, alkanes, β-sitosterol and shame sterol. Different concentrates of the leaves and roots are utilized in natural medication to treat various afflictions, for example, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article