A Review on Anthelmentic Potential of Herbs Mentioned in Siddha Medicine
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
Synthetic medicines are very effective in curing disease but also cause a number of side effects. A large variety of medicinal plants were used in ancient Siddha system of medicine. Now a day’s researches are mainly concentrates on that due to its efficacy, safety and easily accessibility. A large number of medicinal plants are claimed to possess anthelmintic activity in Siddha medicine. The current review focuses on the phytochemical screening and various in-vitro and in-vivo studies on some of the major plants such as Kuppaimeni (Acalypha Indica), poondu (Allium sativum), Madhulai (Punica Grantum), Malaivembu (Melia Azederach), Palasu (Butea Monosperma), Karum Seeragam (Nigella Sativa), Agathi (Sespania Grandiflora), Alinjill (Allingium Salvifolium), Veliparuthy (Pergularia Daemia) and Vaividangam (Embelica Ribes) which were claimed in Siddha system for its Anthelmintic activity. The review validates al the plants possess very effective anthelmintic potential based on Siddha literatures and recent researches.
Authors and Affiliations
M. Neela
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP274084
- DOI -
- Views 83
- Downloads 0
Multicentric Reticulohistiocytosis, A Rare Cause of Polyarthritis with Skin Manifestations in Paediatric Age Group: A Case Report
Backgound: Multicentric reticulohistiocytosis is a rare proliferative histiocytic disease of unknown etiology with potentially disabling nature. Primary manifestations are involvement of skin as paulonodular leisons and...
CanalicularAdenoma of Palate -A Rare Case and Review
Canalicular adenoma is a rare benign tumor of the minor salivary glands that is the most prevalent in older adults (mean age, 60 years). The upper lip is the most commonly affected site, followed by the buccal mucosa and...
Indications for uses of Homografts in Cardiac Patients at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiac Sciences & Research and Their Follow Up
To evaluate the indications for uses of homografts in cardiac patients at srijayadeva institute of cardiac sciences & research and their follow up. Methodology: Patients who received homografts in last two years (2012 to...
The Effectiveness of Waste Crude Bromelain Pineapple and Papaya Fruit Mixture as Anti-Plaque Toothpaste
Background: Several studies have shown that excessive use of fluoride toothpaste can cause bone loss, kidney problems, decreased IQ and gastric disorders, especially in children. Objectives: This study aims to make prepa...
Unusual association of leptomeningitis, pachymeningitis, dural sinus thrombosis, posterior uveitis and pathergy in alady with Behcet’s disease
Behcet’s disease is an autoimmune disease characterised by recurrent orogenital ulcers and neurological disease, ocular disease, thrombosis, arthritis etc. Classically diagnosed using pathergy test even though a majority...