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231 articles for “Traditional System of Medicine”
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Solanum viarum Dunal: Ethnomedicinal Importance, Phytochemical Profile and Pharmacological Potential — A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Solanum viarum Dunal, commonly known as tropical soda apple or Sodom apple, is a medicinally important plant belonging to the family Solanaceae. The plant has been widely utilized in traditional medicine systems for the treatment of fever, cough, skin disorders, inflammation, gastrointestinal ailments, and microbial infections. The present review comprehensively summarizes the ethnomedicinal importance, phytochemical profile, pharmacological activities, and pharmaceutical significance of S. viarum. Literature reports indicate that the plant …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Biochemical Changes due to Various Environmental Pollutants Affecting the Therapeutic Potentialities of Certain Medicinal Plants
Abstract: ABSTRACTMedicinal herbs have been an essential part of human society since the civilization started. They are boon of nature to cure a number of ailments of human beings. Herbal medicines are a major component in all traditional medicine systems since all practitioners of Ayurveda, Homeopathic, Siddha and Unani systems of medicine regularly employ a large number of Indian medicinal plants as antibiotic agents. In the present study, various plant species …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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TRACING PLANT POTENTIAL FOR CONTROLLING DIABETES: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic non- communicable condition characterized with elevated or raised blood sugar or glucose levels for a prolonged period of time. The high level of blood sugar leads to development of specific symptoms like polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia. The other symptoms include abnormal weight loss, fatigue, poor wound healing, infections, altered mental state and blurry vision. Exploring alternative treatments for diabetes, particularly those derived from medicinal …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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EVALUATION OF ANTIBACTERIAL POTENTIAL OF BARLERIA NITIDA NEES
Abstract: AbstractPlants are gift of nature and used as medicine in traditional medicinal system since thousands of years ago. In this study, the antibacterial potential of various solvent extracts of aerial and underground parts of Barleria nitida Nees was evaluated against eight selected human pathogens. The pathogens used in this study were Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Enterococcus faecalis, Bacillus cereus and Staphylococcus aureus. The shade …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Tadbeer-e-advia: A Unani Process of Detoxification of Poisonous Drugs: A Review
Abstract: The Unani System of Medicines (USM) is one of the oldest traditional systems of medicine, and deals with drugs of plants, animals and minerals origin where maximum are of plant origin. Most of the drugs used in USM are believed to be safe. But among the drugs of these origins are known for their toxic, undesirable and harmful effects. Unani Scholars divided all the drugs into four categories first, second, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Traditional and Ethno Pharmacological Aspects of Apang (Achyranthes aspera L.)
Abstract: AbstractHerbs are vital source of drugs from the ancient time holding the scenario of the Ayurvedic system of medicine. Since time immemorial, Achyranthes aspera Linn. along with other herbs has been used in different systems of medicine. Though almost all of its parts are used in traditional systems of medicines, seeds, roots and shoots are the most important parts which are used extensively. This review reveals that the plant possesses …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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High Performance Liquid Chromatographic Analysis and Antibacterial Activity of Methanolic Seed Extract of Syzygium cumini L.
Abstract: Syzygium cumini is a medicinally important plant widely used in traditional systems of medicines specifically Ayurveda followed in India. The seeds of the plant are recognized in various bio medicines for the treatment of diabetes. It is reasonable source of natural antioxidants used in dietary supplement of food and bioactive substances in cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. In the present study, Syzygium cumini (jamun) seeds were collected from the Alagar Kovil …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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A Review about Scope of Traditional Medicinal Plants in a New Drug Discovery
Abstract: ‘AYUSH’ is the most important traditional system of medicine, which has been practised since thousands of long years by our ancestors. AYUSH has a very good healing power for so many problems by using both traditional and natural medicine. The new drug discovery is taking long time to produce its products and thus there is a reduction in number of new drug approvals due to different issues like legal problems …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Isolation, Phytochemical Investigation and Biological Screening of Roots of Cosmos Sulphureus
Abstract: Aims and objectives: The plants are integral part of traditional system of medicine. Cosmos is one such medicinal plant traditionally being used in Brazil and Mexico for treatment of several diseases. The present study is aimed to evaluate the properties of Cosmos sulphureus and its preliminary phytochemical screening, extraction, purification and identification of active components.Materials and Methods:All roots were handpicked and washed with tap water. Cleaned roots were air dried …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–9 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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Identification and Standardization of Crude Drugs according to Ayurvedic and Modern Parameters
Abstract: Medicinal plants constitute a source of raw material for both traditional system of medicine and modern medicine. Now plant materials are employed throughout the pharmaceuticals industries, developing world as home remedies and ingredients for the industry. Standardization of herbal drugs in this globalization phase of Ayurveda bears utmost significance because this can sustain the tremendous interest that Ayurveda is witnessing across the globe. The increased use of herbal drugs and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Anti-inflammatory Activity of Leaves Fractions of Traditionally used Medicinal Plants
Abstract: Traditional plants such as Amaranthus spinusus Linn and Abutilon indicum Linn have been used in the Indian traditional system of medicine for the treatment of several diseases such as pain, inflammation, piles, toothache etc. The fractions of ethyl acetate, methanol and ethanol were tested for their anti-inflammatory activity. Ethanolic and methanolic fractions of A. indicum and A. spinusus at the doses of 200 and 400 mg/kg produced highly significant activity. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 34–36 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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Modulation of Receptor Proteins: A Recent Paradigm in Drug Discovery and Target
Abstract: The main aim in drug discovery is to design different ligands those work on specific drug targets. However, various effective drugs work through the modulation of many proteins than single target. Advancement in system biology are establishing a phenotypic strength and a network structure, which suggests that, the excellent selective compounds may be performed less than desired clinical efficacy in comparison to multi-target drugs. In this new appreciation of the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–24 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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Preliminary Phytochemical and Pharmacognostical Investigation of Barleria buxifolia L.
Abstract: AbstractDuring the past several decades, traditional systems of medicines have become a topic of global relevance. Current estimate suggests that in many underdeveloped countries, a large proportion of the population rely heavily on traditional practitioners and local herbals to meet the primary health care needs. Under these circumstances, only a few plants of medicinal value have been successfully evaluated for their medicinal applications. Safety and efficacy data are available only …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–20 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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Plant-Derived Psychotropic Agents Targeting Neurotransmitter Systems: Pharmacognostic Evidence, Mechanisms, and Clinical Relevance
Abstract: Psychiatric health problems are also a large burden on global health and existing psychotropic drugs may be restricted by relative effectiveness, side effects, and inadequate long-term tolerability. Plant- based psychotropic agents have subsequently been the focus of interest in the form of complementary or alternative therapies. This review outlines the pharmacognostic, mechanisms of action and therapeutic importance of plant-based psychotropic agents against central neurotransmitter systems. The traditional medicinal practices give …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Avicennia Marina (FORSK) Vierh: A Review On Its Medical Properties
Abstract: Current generation is a fast moving and no doubt about the strength of allopathic medicine, they provide quick result, but the darkest side of this medicine is their several side effects and contraindications. On the other hand the plants are good substitution for those medicines because of their less or no side effect and their capability to cure the trouble from their root. Our study is based on the pharmacological …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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Standardization of Calcium-based Unani Formulation: Kushta Kharmohra
Abstract: AbstractKushta Kharmohra is a herbo-mineral formulation used since ancient times in traditional system of medicine as well as folklore for the treatment of various ailments. At present, there is very little selective information available about its quality-control parameters. It is crucial to scientifically evaluate kushta kharmohra for delineation of their place in health care so as to validate the criteria for its worldwide usage. In the present work, an attempt …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 52–57 Read article