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243 articles for “Phytochemical activity.”
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Biochemical Estimation of Allaxon Induced Hyperglycemia in Rats Treated with Polyherbal Preparation of Two of Indian Medicinal Plants Cordia Myxa and Canscora Diffusa
Abstract: A systematic study was conducted on extracts of Cordia myxa and Canscora diffusa to evaluate their qualitative chemical composition, phytochemical content, and antidiabetic activity. Then the Poly herbal extract is prepared with the selected plant powders, subjected to acute-toxicity studies for dose fixation. The herbal extracts formulation was prepared taking three selected dosages. The preparations are evaluated for anti-diabetic activity using Steptozotocine and Alloxan induced diabetic models in rats. The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 52–60 Read article
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The Role of Quercetin, Curcumin, Eugenol, and Andrographolide in COVID-19 Treatment: A Review of Their Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Efficacy
Abstract: The world has recently experienced the covid diseases. It became the global worry with no remedy initially. Later, different antiviral medications in the form of injections and nasal sprays began to be employed. Many studies have been conducted to determine the antiviral effects of phytochemical substances. The corona virus's spike protein interacts with the ACE2 receptors on the alveoli's surface to enter the cell. After that, the polyprotein is transformed …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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The Therapeutic and Biotechnological Potential of Pogostemon benghalensis – A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Pogostemon benghalensis is a fragrant perennial shrub belonging to the family Lamiaceae, widely distributed across tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has been extensively utilized in traditional and ethnomedicinal systems for the treatment of wounds, skin infections, fever, digestive disorders, inflammation, and respiratory ailments. The plant is also valued for its antiseptic, aphrodisiac, insect-repellent, and veterinary medicinal properties. Its leaves, roots, and essential oil are incorporated into herbal formulations, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 55–63 Read article
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Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Pedalium Murex Leaves in Rats
Abstract: Herbal drugs are being proved as effective as synthetic drugs with lesser side effects. Herbal medicines are in line with nature, with less hazardous reactions. Pedalium murexis traditionally used for the treatment of puerperal diseases, digestive tonics, ulcers, fevers, wounds and general debility. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the phytochemical and anti-inflammatory activities of methanolic extract of leaves of Pedalium murex Linn (Pedaliaceae) in rats. The …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Evaluation for Skeletal Muscle Relaxant Activity of Celosia Argentea
Abstract: To evaluate the different extracts of Celosia argentea seeds for skeletal muscle relaxant activity using different model of muscle grip. The skeletal muscle relaxant activity was carried out using Rota rod model in mice. Petroleum ether, ethanol and aqueous extracts had shown more significant activity by decrease in the fall of time. This activity may due to the phytochemical present in the extracts which were found in primary crude extract …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 18–19 Read article
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Extraction and Compound Analysis of Bauhinia acuminata: Soxhlet Method and Identification
Abstract: In the present study, the extraction and compound analysis of Bauhinia acuminata using the Soxhlet method, coupled with identification techniques, were conducted. Bauhinia acuminata L., a member of the Leguminosae (Fabaceae) family in the Caesalpinioideae subfamily, is a shrub usually reaching a height of around 3 m. It is native to tropical Southeast Asia and commonly found in the tropical regions of India and China. Primarily grown for ornamental purposes, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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In vitro Antibacterial Activity of Averrhoa carambola Leaf Extracts
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to determine the phytochemical constituents and antimicrobial potential of Averrhoa carambola leaf extracts against three gram-positive bacteria (Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus mutans) and three gram-negative bacteria (Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus vulgaris and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) which are some of the infectious bacteria. The A.carambola leaves were extracted in three different solvents of increasing polarities (hexane, ethyl acetate, and acetone). The phytochemical analysis showed …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Comparative Study on Chloroform and Aqueous Extracts of Mimusops elengi and Its Pharmaceutical Application
Abstract: ABSTRACTPlants are used in modern medicine where they occupy a very significant place as raw material for important drugs. The present study deals with the phytochemical screening, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of chloroform and aqueous leaf and stem extracts of Mimusops elengi. In antimicrobial studies, for optical density method the chloroform extract showed more inhibition and zone for well diffusion in case of Streptococcus mitis compared to other Gram-positive and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 25–32 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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Evaluation of Antiulcer Activity of Allamanda cathartica Aqueous Leaf Extract in Experimental Rat Models
Abstract: A peptic ulcer is an open sore that forms on an epithelial surface of the stomach. To decrease the incidence of relapses, side effects, drug interactions of the existing drugs, and to increase the use of available phytochemicals, this present study was aimed to evaluate the antiulcer activity of Allamanda cathartica using pyloric ligation induced gastric ulcer model and Aspirin-induced gastric ulcer model. In pyloric ligation induced gastric ulceration model, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Neuroinflammation Is Aggravated by the Aqueous Extract of Myrmecodia Platytyrea Tuber
Abstract: Myrmecodia platytyrea, commonly known as the ant plant, is a medicinal epiphyte traditionally used in Southeast Asia for its purported health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer activities. Its tuber contains abundant secondary metabolites, including flavonoids, tannins, phenolic compounds, and saponins. While these phytochemicals are generally associated with therapeutic effects, the biological activity of Myrmecodia extracts varies depending on the type of extract, dosage, and route of administration. In …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Flavonoid Contents and Antioxidant Activity of an Endophytic Bacteria Associated with Medicinal Plant Humulus lupulus
Abstract: Endophytes are symbiotic microorganisms, most often bacteria or fungi, that reside and multiply within plant tissues without inducing visible signs of disease or negatively affecting the host plant. Endophytic bacteria contribute to plant development by stimulating growth, strengthening defence mechanisms, enhancing tolerance to both abiotic and biotic stresses, and facilitating improved nutrient uptake. Endophytic bacteria serve as an important reservoir of bioactive compounds, notably antioxidant molecules, that play a crucial …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Evaluation of Antibacterial, Antioxidant, in vitroAnti-inflammatory and Cytotoxicity Activity on MCF-7 Cell Line from Methanol Extract of BryonopsislaciniosaFruits
Abstract: Bryonopsislaciniosa, a shrub known as “Shivlingi” in India, is neighbourly used as an apprentice medicine and tonic. As a folk medicine, it is used to treat a broad range of diseases and disorders. With these properties in mind, we have designed an experiment to evaluatethe antibacterial, in vitro antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxicity activities of methanol extracts. The methanol extract was evaluated for antibacterial activity by agar well diffusion method, antioxidant …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–21 Read article
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Ethnomedicinal, Pharmacological and Phytochemical Screening of Supari (Areca catechu Linn.): A Review
Abstract: Supari (Areca catechu Linn.) is a tall tree about 10–20 m long. It is used both locally and internally. Local application is beneficial in various acute inflammatory conditions in the form of gargle, vaginal douche or abzan, decoction, juice and oil. Internally it act as muqavvie-qalb (cardiotonic) and muqavvi-e-ama (intestinal tonic), sozish meda (gastric irritation), dries the excessive secretions of mouth, used in vomiting and nausea, strengthen the teeth and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 6–20 Read article
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Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Leaf and Stem Extracts of Eclipta alba and their Medical Applications
Abstract: AbstractBiosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using plants has emerged as a simple and feasible alternative to more complex physical and chemical synthetic procedures. Nanoparticles synthesis through greener routes can be used in a safer mode for various human applications. In this work, we describe a cost effective and environment friendly technique for biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from 1mM AgNO3 solution using leaf and stem extracts of Eclipta alba as reducing as …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Pharmacognostic and Phytochemical Investigation of Pods of Albizia lebbeck (L.) Benth.
Abstract: Albizialebbeck (L.) Benth. is well known as the medicinal plant in the Ayuerveda, Siddha and Unani system of medicines. The drug isolated from different parts of this plant is used in different sciences of medicines like Unani, Ayuerveda, allopathic, Sidda, naturopathic and homeopathic. The present investigation deals with pharmacognostical and primary phytochemical screening of the pod of Albbizzialebbeck (L.) Benth. The pharmacognostical studies include fluorescence, organoleptic evaluation and physicochemical analysis. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Phytochemical Investigation, Safety and Efficacy Evaluation of Calpurnia aurea (ssps): Commonly Used Traditional Medicinal Plant in Ethiopia: A Compressive Review
Abstract: In Ethiopia, Calpurnia aurea (digita), a traditional medicinal plant is used for the treatment of syphilis, malaria, rabies, diabetes, hypertension, diarrhoea, leishmaniasis, trachoma, elephantiasis, fungal diseases and different other ailment of human and animals. It is important to find a scientific evidence for the traditional use and standardization of the medicinal plant to ensure safety, efficacy and quality through preliminary phytochemical screening, analysis, safety and efficacy studies. Based on this …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 23–31 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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Acacia catechu: A Unani Traditional, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review
Abstract: Kath is a hot water extract of red heartwood of Acacia catechu Willd which is brown colored material with bitter taste. Acacia catechu is commonly known as Khair or Kattha. It is a medicinal plant found in almost every region of India recognized for its medicinal and therapeutic uses. It is multipurpose plant as bark, leaves and wood of this plant has high medicinal value. In Unani system of medicine, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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A Review on Five Medicinal Plants having Antimicrobial Activity Available in Bangladesh
Abstract: In the previous years, there has been an augmented growth in the sector of traditional medicine and achieving acceptance not only in developing but also developed countries due to their natural source and minor side effects. A compendious review was presided to accumulate information about medicinal plants having antimicrobial activity available in Bangladesh. Microbial infection possesses several steps including invasion of foreign substances into the host organism, their multiplication and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article