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159 articles for “Ayurvedic herbs”
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Concept of Rhinosinusitis in the Unani Medicine: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common multifactorial inflammatory disease of the mucosal lining of nose and paranasal sinuses. It is a frequently occurring disease, with significant impact on quality of life and health care spending, and economic impact in terms of absenteeism and productivity. The signs and symptoms of Warm-e-Tajaweef Anaf Muzmin (Chronic rhinosinusitis) are consistent with Nazla barid which depend on the involvement of paranasal sinuses. About 5–15% of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Enumeration of Fabaceae Vegetation in Plains of Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Maintenance, management and sustainable utilization of plant coverage have required scientific recognition. The information resulted from vegetation can be useful to solve the ecological problems such as biological conservation and natural resources management and the future of an ecosystem trends can be forecasted using such information. The study presents the survey of Fabaceae flora in the plains of Tirunelveli district during 2006–2009. About 58 species belonging to different habitats have …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Reconsidering Traditional Medicinal Plants to Combat COVID-19
Abstract: COVID-19 is a deadly disease, caused by a novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that is rapidly spreading across the globe and causing many fatalities. Currently the disease has no treatment available in the form of medicine or vaccine. Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine, being practiced in India for nearly 5000 years and relies majorly on plants for its formulations. These herbal formulations and immunity boosters may show us the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Absolute Science of Siddha Sastric Drugs - An Experimental Proof
Abstract: Shastric choorana of Siddha system of medicine follows an absolute science with reference to the drug release of various herbs used in the formulation. We have conducted a study using the OD value vis-à-vis the rate of release vis-à-vis time. Two most effective drugs Trikadu and Triphala were taken for the study. Findings validate the existence of incredible science in Siddha shastric drugs. Keywords: Extractable matter, poly herbal time release, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Systematic Analysis of the Therapeutic Potential of Bacopa monnieri: A Wonder Therapeutic Plant
Abstract: Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst., a well-known perennial creeping herb, native to parts of America, the African subcontinent, and South Asia, had been a well-known nootropic plant, documented in ancient Indian systems of medicine, Ayurveda. The dynamic variations in the phytocompounds consortia, regulated by abiotic cultivation conditions and germplasm, provided a paradigm shift towards the exploring profound therapeutic effect of the plant along with advancements in scalable cultivation strategies. Tailoring the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Scientific Proof for ‘Seeing is Believing’ of Keshraksha Gel
Abstract: The present study discusses about the HPTLC confirmation of the herbs used in the Siddha drug – Keshraksha gel. The study findings clearly confirm that all the herbs are well preserved in the gel base without any disintegration or denaturation. Assuming the therapeutic value of all the herbs used the well preserved status of these herbs in gel base validate their drug efficacy. Findings are discussed in the paper. Keywords: …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 15–18 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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Evaluation of Anti-inflammatory Activity of Zornia gibbosa Span (Samyojaki)
Abstract: 93% of wild medicinal plants used for making Ayurvedic medicines in the country are endangered. Hence the usage of drugs which are common and abundantly available should be encouraged to control the extensive overuse of few classical drugs. An Ayurveda states that every drug possesses medicinal property, so it’s our prime duty to scrutinise those drugs which are abundantly available & cost-effective for their medicinal value. The herb Zornia gibbosa …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Effect of Some Medicinal Plant Extracts on Memory Performance in Elevated Plus Maze Paradigm
Abstract: Since ancient times man has relied upon the plant kingdom for the cure to ailments. Traditional folklore medicine has always played a major role in treatment of various ailments across the world. In present study medicinal plants were used namely Bacopa monnieri, Centella asiatica, Melissa officinalis. Bacopa monnieri has been utilized in the Ayurvedic arrangement of medication for quite a long time. Generally, it was utilized as a cerebrum tonic …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Amalaki (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.): A Comprehensive Classical Review w.s.r. to Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.) is one of the best life sustainer drugs described in classical literature of Ayurveda. It is considered as best Naimittika rasayana drug for the management of diabetes mellitus/Prameha. Due to its multiple health benefits, it is one of the best drugs of rejuvenation. The fruit is rich in quercetin, phyllaemblic compounds, gallic acid, tannins, flavonoids, pectin and vitamin C and also contains various polyphenolic compounds. Recent …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 4–10 Read article
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Doctrine of Signature - A key in Discovering the Therapeutical Effect of Zornia gibbosa Span
Abstract: Abstract According to Doctrine of signatures the herbs that resemble various parts of the body can be used to treat ailments of that part of the body. The theme of natural objects' shapes having significance is very old and can be correlated with “Purushoayam Lokasammitah” (man is epitome of universe) of Ayurveda. In Shatpat Bhrahman, a reference regarding functional correlation of various parts of the trees to that of human …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 30–34 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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Management of Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD)/ Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) by Intervention of Ayurveda & Yoga
Abstract: Ayurveda is the traditional medical system based on the concept that good health that is achieved through the balance between body, mind, and spirit. The balance is based on Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Food and daily lifestyle are essential for good health, but the disturbance in these leads to problems such as Polycystic ovarian syndrome/ Polycystic ovarian disease. Ayurveda is the only system that cures Polycystic ovarian disease through cyst …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Adverse Drug Effect of Habbe Shifa: A Case Study
Abstract: Traditional systems of medicine are practiced across different parts of India. The major traditional system of medicine in India are termed as AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Siddha, Unani and Homeopathy)—these systems are in use since centuries and are considered as safe without any side effects. Over the counter medications is also common in the name of herbal products. Generally, these herbal drugs are safe, but if not used on proper traditional …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Study on Ethnomedicinal Uses of Gymnostachyum febrifugum (Benth)
Abstract: Ethnotherapeutics in drug development is gaining much importance in recent days. Medicinal plants plays on important role in drug development and folklore practice. The herb called Nelamuchchala (Gymnostachyum febrifugum Benth) is one among such folk medicine belonging to Acanthacea family which is traditionally used for fever, ulcers, cough, metrorrhagia and stomatitis. References regarding this herb are available in the books of modern era. Keywords: Gymnostachyum febrifugum (Benth), ethnomedicine, folk medicine, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Natural Bio-Potentiator: An Overview
Abstract: In down of recent civilization, the increased cost of medicines is the major issues of concern. To reduce the cost of demand, one of the ayurvedic method being established is a bioenhancer, an agent which combines with certain drugs or nutrient and increases their efficiency of work without any typical pharmacological activity of its own at the dose used. Since being herbal in origin, its risk of side effects was …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 40–42 Read article
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SSK Plus of Sanjeevi Pharma, One Stop Solution for Pseudo-Hunger in Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: The anti-diabetic effect of SSK Plus tablet of Sanjeevi Pharma was studied in line with modern scientific parameters such as inhibition of alpha-amylase and alpha-glucosidase by in vitro. The individual herbal ingredients of SSK Plus have shown great activity and together have proven to be superior over individual herbs. The study has more than proving the efficacy of Sanjeevi SSK Plus, shows the greatness of Siddha System of Medicine which …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 7–10 Read article
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Powder Microscopy of Medicinal Plants Used under Brahat Panchmool Group of Ayurveda
Abstract: ABSTRACTBrahat Panchmool a collective name is attributed to the combination of roots (mool = roots) of five (panch = five) medicinal plant species, viz., Aegle marmelos, Oroxylum indicum, Gmelina arborea, Clerodendrum phlomidis and Stereospermum suaveolens. It forms a part of the group Dashmoola. The present communication provides diagnostic powder microscopic characteristics of Brahat Panchmool that may be used in identification of these drugs as well as their presence in poly-herbal …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Medicinal and Pharmacological Action of Spices: A Review
Abstract: Spices are grown in India from time immemorial and part of Materia Medica of Indian System of medicines viz. Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and also in Homoeopathy. Uses of spices as medicines have mention from pre-historical time. Various spices, such as cardamom, ginger, black pepper, cumin and mustard seeds, were included in the ancient `susruta mushkakadigana' or herbal medicines, prescribed to remove fat and to cure urinary complaints, piles and jaundice. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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A Review On Alocasia Macrorrhizos
Abstract: Abstract: Alocasia macrorrhiza (L.) G. Don syn. Alocasia indica(L.) schott. is an important medicinal plant in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and South America. Alocasia macrorrhiza (L.) G.Don is recommended in the Ayurvedic text for the prevention and treatment of inflammation, diseases of the abdomen and spleen, antimicrobial, anticancer, analgesic, hepatoprotective, hepatorenal, antioxidant and antifungal. Leaf juice is used as a digestive, anthelmintic, laxative, diuretic and astringent. Alocasia macrorrhiza(L.)G.Don …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 45–57 Read article