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Pharmacognostical and Pharmacological Review of Urtica dioica L.
Abstract: Urtica dioica (stinging nettle) belonging to family Urticaceae, is obtained from word ‘uro’ to burn or ‘urere’ denotation to sting. It is found in the Himalayas region from Kashmir to Kumaon region (Uttarakhand.). The plant has been used in traditional system of medicines especially uses nasal and menstrual haemorrhage, eczema, rheumatism, nephritis, anaemia, diarrhoea, jaundice and epilepsy. The plant contains bioactive constituents like tannins, fatty acids, flavonoids, sterols, isolectins, proteins, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Pharmacognostical and Phytochemical Study ofAdhahapushpi (Trichodesma Indicum Linn. R. Br.)
Abstract: Objective: To carry out pharmacognostical and phytochemical studies on each part of Adhahapushpi (Trichodesma Indicum Linn. R. Br.) belonging to the family Boraginaceae. Methods: The root, leaf, stem, flower and fruits of Adhahapushpi (Trichodesma Indicum Linn. R. Br.) were assessed for pharmacognostical studies such as macroscopic, microscopy, powder study, and quantitative microscopy. The powder was assessed for proximate analysis like ash value, extracting value, moisture content, elemental analysis, and preliminary …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 28–44 Read article
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Pharmacognostical and Phytochemical Study of- Adhahapushpi (Trichodesma Indicum Linn. R. Br.)
Abstract: Objective: : To carry out pharmacognostical and phytochemical studies on each parts of of Adhahapushpi (Trichodesma Indicum Linn. R. Br.) belonging to the family Boraginaceae. Methods: : The root, leaf, stem, flower and fruits of of Adhahapushpi (Trichodesma Indicum Linn. R. Br.) were assessed for pharmacognostical studies such as macroscopic, microscopy, powder study, and quantitative microscopy. The powder was assessed for proximate analysis like ash value, extracting value, moisture content, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–37 Read article
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Pharmacognostical and Pharmaceutical Analysis of Amavatari Rasa- A Herbo-mineral Compound
Abstract: Amavatari Rasa is a herbo-mineral formulation, composed of processed mercury, sulphar, Terminalia chebula Retz, Terminalia bellerica Roxb., Phyllanthus embilica (Embelica officinalis Gaertn), Plambagozeylenica Linn., Commiphora wightii (Arn) Bhand and Ricinuscommunis Linn. This formulation is routinely practiced in cases of Rheumatoid Arthritis, but preliminary physicochemical and pharmacognostical profiles are not available. Considering this, an attempt has been made to develop this profile. Pharmacognostical study of raw drugs was carried out. Organoleptic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Smilax zeylanica linn: Pharmacognostic, Taxonomical and Phytochemical Status
Abstract: Plants have always been a center of attraction since ancient times and widely exploited for various needs by humans. Smilax zeylanica linn is a small woody climber belonging to the family Smilacaceae. Smilax china, a very well-known plant used for production of Sarsaparilla is also a member of this family. Thus S. zeylanica is used as a substitute for S. china for obtaining sarsaparilla or chopachini. From the leaves up …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–14 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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A Comparative Pharmacognostical and Pharmaceutical Study of Haritaki (Treesa) and Gomutra Haritaki w.s.r to Pancha Mahabhuta Composition
Abstract: Haritaki is considered as king of the medicine. It is described as prime ingredient in many formulations with different indications. Among them, Gomutra Haritaki is processed form of Haritaki which has additional qualities over Haritaki. Maintaining quality standard is must in the era of increasing demand for traditional medicines. The present study was aimed to compare pharmacognostical and pharmaceutical profile of Gomutra Haritaki with Haritaki (Treesa) alone. Haritaki (Treesa) and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Pharmacognostical and Physicochemical Studies of Elytraria acaulis (L.F.) Lindau
Abstract: Nature has bestowed on us a very rich botanical wealth and a large number of diverse types of plants grow in different parts of the country. Herbal medicine is still the main stay of about 75–80% of the whole population, and the major part of traditional therapy involves the use of plant extract and their active constituents. In recent years there has been rapid increase in the standardization of selected …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 39–43 Read article
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A Review on Pharmacognostic Profile of Ajuga reptans
Abstract: The present review was aimed to collect the pharmacognostic information about the Ajuga reptans, a flowering plant species of Lamiaceae family. The generic Greek name ‘Ajuga’ means “without yolk” and species ‘reptans’ means “creeping”. It is known by alternative common names including bugleweed, common bugle and carpetweed. Bugleweed is a native of Europe and widely distributed throughout New Zealand, North America and Venezuela. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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A Classical Drug Review, Pharmacognostical and Physicochemical Analysis on Madhupipplyadi Yoga
Abstract: The drugs of Madhupipplyadi Yoga are Tridosha Shamaka properties with Vranashodhana, Vranaropana, as well as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cleaning and wound healing properties. The goal of the current study was to examine the pharmacognostical, physiochemical, and detailed drug review of Madhupipplyadi Yoga as well as to verify the authenticity of the drugs used in the preparation. All Ayurvedic texts, data from web-based search engines, and journal articles were used in the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Comparative Pharmacognostical Studies on Genuine, Commercial and Adulterant Samples of Centella Asiatica (L.) Urban
Abstract: The adulteration and substitution of herbal drugs is the burning problem in herbal industry. Adulteration becomes a very serious problem with crude drugs, and often occurs when a drug is not easily available or when its price is comparatively high. Adulteration, in many cases, may not be intentional. In many cases, it could occur due to mistaken identity of the plant. In the present study, comparative pharmacognostical studies have been …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 6–9 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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Pharmacognostical and Pharmaceutical Analysis of “Ashtanga Ghrita - A Poly Herbal Ayurvedic Formulation”
Abstract: AbstractAyurveda is having ample of collection of formulations for effective management of diseases. In the era of geometrical rise of demand for indigenous medicines, maintaining quality standards is the need of hour. Absence of reference standards for compound formulations is a hindrance on the way towards standardization. The present study was aimed at setting a standard pharmacognostical and pharmaceutical profile of Ashtanga Ghrita. The study included preparation of Ashtanga Ghrita …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Katuskandha (Group of Pungent) Drugs: A Scientific Pharmacognostical Approach in Identification
Abstract: Ayurveda science used classification tool for the purpose of differentiation and identification of the plant drugs. The Vaidya of Ayurveda classifies the plants on the basis of different quality like Rasa, Guna, Veerya, Vipaka etc. Treatment on the basis of Rasa (taste) dominancy is adopted in charaka samhita in the chapter ‘Rogabhishagajitiyavimana’ under the heading of skandha (group) i.e., katuskandha, tiktaskandha etc. katu skandha class contain the drugs having katu …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Priliminary Pharmacognostical and Phyto-Chemical Standerdisation of Saptamrita Mishrana
Abstract: “Adolescence” as the time period between 10 and 19 years of life characterized by critical physical and psychological changes leading to adulthood. Menstruation is one of the most important changes during adolescent years. Menstrual disorders are frequent among adolescent girls as they are closely coupled with the processes involved in the pubertal development of females. Among them, Artavakshaya is most common pathological phenomena that occurs the most. Due to Rasadhatu …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 50–56 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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Pharmacognostical Studies on Commercial Drug Samples of Adhatoda zeylanica Medicus
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe present study was carried out with the objective to determine the quality of commercial samples of Adhatoda zeylanica Medicus collected from Delhi, Haridwar and Cochin/Trichur. It was observed that samples from Haridwar and Cochin/Trichur conformed to the quality specifications and are genuine in respect of their botanical identity.Keywords: Adhatoda vesica medicus, pharmacognostical studies, quality evaluation
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 51–53 Read article
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Pharmacognostic Standardization of Lawsonia inermis L. Leaf
Abstract: ABSTRACT“Madayantika” commonly known as “Mehndi” or “Henna” is ascribed to the plant species Lawsonia inermis Linn. syn. L. abla Lamk. (Fam: Lythraceae). It has been used as a color dye since the dawn of history. It is also an excellent conditioning agent, hair growth promoter, hair brighter, antidandruff and adds body and highlights to hair. Henna has been formulated in Indian Traditional Systems of Medicine and cosmetic industry. Madayantyadi churna, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 16–29 Read article
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Pharmacognostical and Analytical Profile of Vasa Ghrita
Abstract: Vasa Ghrita is an Ayurvedic formulation, which is beneficial in the management of Raktapitta, Shawasa, Kasa and Jirna Jwara. Vasa Ghrita was prepared as per method mentioned in Charaka Samhita. A pharmacognostical study involving powder microscopy of raw drugs of Vasa plant and Flower. Organoleptic and Physicochemical analysis of the finished product was carried out, to evaluate the quality of the formulation. The specific gravity of the formulation was 1.4543 …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Comparative Pharmacognostical and Analytical Evaluation of Desmodium gangeticum (Linn.) and Pseudarthria viscida (Linn.) Wight & Arn. as a Substitute
Abstract: Shalaparni [Desmodium gangeticum (Linn)] is one among the Dashamoola and Pseudarthria viscida (Linn) is used as a substitute instead of Shalaparni in south India especially Kerala state. Macroscopic, microscopic and organoleptic results of the standard drug D. gangeticum (Linn.) and trail drug P. viscida (Linn.) Wight & Arn., when compared with each other with Ayurveda Pharmacopoeia of India showed no much difference. D. gangeticum (Linn.) has more of calcium crystals …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–15 Read article