Over 250 Full Spectrum Standardized extracts that have BIOTOPE status, produced under exacting conditions that retain the original phytochemical configuration of the original plants. Manufactured in a food grade stainless steel facility under vacuum to ensure ZERO oxidization, a “NO HANDS” process to ensure no external contamination and a production area that is provided filtered air and under positive pressure. GMP & Organic certified.
Abroma augusta is a well-known medicine plant with a variety of medicinal uses. In this study we examine cholinesterase inhibitory activity as well as antioxidant activity of dried fruit extract including crude methyl extract. A. augusta also possess anti-oxidative activity but al ACHE and BuCHE inhibitory activity.
In Ayurveda, Gunja is recommended in treatment of nervous debility, obstinate cough and locally in leucoderma, alopecia, sciatica, stiff joints, leprosy (Mahakusta; Kushtani, Kustaroga) and paralysis. Seeds are purgative, emetic, tonic, aphrodisiac in nature. The purified (detoxified) Gunja seeds exert pharmacological actions such as Anodyne, Antimicrobial, Diuretic, Expectorant, Vermifuge, Sedative, Purgative, Emetic, Aphrodisiac, Hair growth stimulator, Abortifacient. The seeds contain Abrine, hypaphorine, choline, trigonelline, precatorine, 5 β-cholanic acid, antitumour proteins – abrin A and B, globulin, arabinose, hemagglutin glucoside, abralin, stigmasterol, β- sitosterol, abrus saponin I and II.
The methanolic extracts of A. arabica pods have been claimed against HIV-PR .Currently, one group of researchers has tested the antiplasmodial activity of A. nilotica ethyl acetate extract against different chloroquine resistant and sensitive strains of Plasmodium falciparum . The fresh plant parts of this species have been reported to be most active against Hepatitis C virus . it is an important multipurpose tree that has been used extensively for the treatment of various diseases, e.g. colds, bronchitis, diarrhoea, dysentery, biliousness, bleeding piles and leucoderma .
Adhatoda vasica is considered useful in treating bronchitis, tuberculosis and other lung and bronchiole disorders. It is useful in the treatment of tuberculosis, hyperacidity, local bleeding in piles, menorrhagia. Adhatoda vasica is expectorant, diuretic, anti spasmodic and alterative. With activ ingredients like vasicinone and vasicinol, adhatoda helps cough triggered by irritants and has an anti tussive effect comparable to that of codaine. With vasicine and vasicinone, the herb also inhibits allergen-triggered bronchial obstruction with an efficacy similar to that of sodium cromoglycate. One another significant function is that it can provide an anti-inflammatory effect due to its active alkaloids with a similar potency to that of hydrocortisone.
Fruits are used in diarrhea, dysentery, gastric troubles, constipation, laxative, tonic, digestive, brain and heart tonic, ulcer, intestinal parasites, gonorrhea,epilepsy. Fine powder of unripe fruit can be an alternative medicine to cure intestinal parasites, like Entamoeba histolytica, Ascaris lumbricoides.
A water soluble extract made in a GMP certified facility is offered in powder, paste and granule formats.
In Ayurveda, Bark of Alstonia scholaris is used as a bitter and as an astringent herb for treating skin disorders, malarial fever, urticaria, chronic dysentery, diarrhea, in snake bite and for upper purification process of Panchakarma. It contains indole alkaloids. It shows various actions such as febrifuge, antiperiodic, spasmolytic, antidysenteric, uterine stimulant, hypotensive; used for internal fevers.
A clinically proven extract made from Andrographis paniculata produced under GMP norms in our GMP certified facility free from parabens. The extract is suitable for Traditional medicine and nutraceutical uses. Andrographis paniculata is considered king of bitters and possesses anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antitumor, antidiabetic, anti-HIV, antifeedant, and antiviral activity.
Roots of Argyreia speciosa act as a cardiotonic and hence useful in cardiac debility. It possesses emaciation properties due to which it is used in obesity. It is also prescribed for leucorrhoea, diabetes mellitus, infected wounds, syphilis, cough, bronchitis, pharyngitis and pulmonary tuberculosis. The root is used in gleet, gonorrhoea, strangury and chronic ulcers in Yunani system of medicine. In synovitis, the powdered root is given with milk. Methanol, benzene, chloroform and petroleum ether extracts of the root were found non toxic in the dose range of 100-750 mg/kg i.p. as observed during 72 hr after administration.
Aristolochia indica is a medicinal plant. It is used in India to induce vomiting and to treat poisons, intestinal parasite, swelling, menstrual irregularities, dropsy, low appetite, ulcers and fever. The roots of plant are used as antidote in scorpion sting, bites of poisonous insects and snake bite. The powdered root with honey is given for dropsy, leukoderma, tonsillitis and chronic dyspepsia. Roots contain essential oil having phenanthrene derivatives like aritolic acid, aristolochic acid, alkaloid I- curine (aristolochine), sesquiterpenoids like ishwarene, ishwarone, aristolochene, ishwarol, naphthoquinone aristolindiquinone, steriods like Beta-sitosterol, sterol glucoside and others like p-coumaric acid, d-camphor, fixed oil having glycerides and sitosterol. Whole plant contains 12-nonacosinoic acid.
Asparagus adscendens is a popular drug, and its root tubers are used for improving male sexual health. The water extract of the plant has shown similar activity and has been found to be safe. Asparagus adscendens improves the quantity and quality of semen in a statistically significant manner in healthy male adults between 20 to 40 years of age, in comparison to the placebo, when used for 12 weeks, in a dose of 500 mg b.i.d. Water extract of Asparagus adscendens does improve the serum testosterone level in a majority of volunteers
Amsar’s Bacopa monnieri extract is clinically proven. The extract is traditionally used for various ailments, but is best known as a neural tonic and memory enhancer. Numerous animal and in vitro studies have been conducted, with many evidencing potential medicinal properties. Several randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials have substantiated Bacopa monnieri’s nootropic utility in humans. There is also evidence for potential attenuation of dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and epilepsy.
Vajradanti is used in Ayurveda for variety of ailments such as gout, rheumatism, Vata Roga, dental problems, gingivitis, stomatitis, pyorrhea, burns, ascites, oedema, wounds, nocturnal ejaculation, cracking of heels, urinary problems, ulcers, chronic skin diseases, cough, fever, migraine, and neurological disorders. It is rich in potassium and hence the water extract of plant significantly increases the urination and sodium elimination. This action helps in urinary problems, stones, oedema etc. Barleria prionitis is rich in medicinal properties such as Anticatarrhal, Antidontalgic, Anti-inflammatory, Antirheumatic, Antiseptic, Appetizer, Diuretic, Expectorant.
In Ayurveda, the tree is used extensively for treating skin and glandular diseases, leprosy, intestinal worms, tumours, wounds, ulcers, inflammations, scrofula, protoptosis, haemorrhoids, haemoptysis, cough, menorrhagia and bleeding disorders. It pacifies vitiated kapha, diarrhoea, skin diseases, diabetes, inflammations, worms, tumors, hemorrhoids, menorrhagia hemolysis and rectal prolaps, cervical lymphadenopathy. The bark contains tannin sugar and a brown colored sticky gum like liquid.
Beetroot is a natural source of nitrate. Beetroot ingestion provides a natural means of increasing in vivo nitric oxide (NO) availability and has emerged as a potential strategy to prevent and manage pathologies associated with diminished NO bioavailability, notably hypertension and endothelial function. Beetroot is also being considered as a promising therapeutic treatment in a range of clinical pathologies associated with oxidative stress and inflammation. Its constituents, most notably the betalain pigments, display potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and chemo-preventive activity in vitro and in vivo.
Pashanbheda is used in Ayurveda and Unani system of medicine for treatment of many diseases especially for urinary stones. The plant roots has cooling, laxative, analgesic, abortifacient and aphrodisiac properties. The roots are used in treatment of vesicular calculi, urinary discharges, excessive uterine haemorrhage, diseases of the bladder, dysentery, menorrhagia, splenic enlargement and heart diseases. Ayurveda mentions, the roots as bitter, acrid, post digestion pungent and cool in potency. It is tridoshnashak (balances Vata, Pitta and Kapha). Major phenolic compound of root are bergenin, Tannic acid, Flavonoids, Benzenoids, gallic acid, Lactone and glucose.
A water soluble extract made from roots of Boerhaavia diffusa produced under GMP norms in a GMP certified facility free from parabens. The extract is suitable for traditional medicine and other nutraceutical uses. It is reputed for it’s diuretic, hepatoprotective,antiinflammatory, anti-fibrinolytic, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, immuno-modulator. It also possesses immuno-suppressive, anti-lymphoproliferative, analgesic properties.
Extracts of Boswellia serrata reduces inflammatory conditions in the course of rheumatism by inhibiting leukocyte elastase and degrading glycosaminoglycans. Boswellia preparations inhibit 5-lipoxygenase and prevent the release of leukotrienes, thus having an anti-inflammatory effect in ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, bronchitis and sinusitis. Inhalation and consumption of Boswellia olibanum reduces the risk of asthma. In addition, boswellic acids have an antiproliferative effect on tumours. The extracts inhibit proliferation of tumour cells of the leukaemia and glioblastoma subset. They have an anti-tumour effect since they inhibit topoisomerase I and II-alpha and stimulate programmed cell death (apoptosis).
The reported pharmacological properties of Butea monosperma include anthelmintic, anticonceptive, anticonvulsive, antidiabetic, antidiarrhoeal, antiestrogenic and antifertility, antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, antistress, chemopreventive, haemaggultinating, hepatoprotective, radical scavenging, Thyroid inhibitory, antiperoxidative and hypoglycemic effects and wound healing activities.
In Ayurveda, The seed is styptic, purgative, anthelmintic and controls inflammations, useful in colic, malaria, hydrocele, skin diseases and leprosy. The seeds are considered as tonic, febrifuge, anthelmintic, antiblennorrhagic, and specific in the treatment of hydrocele. The oil from the seeds is used in convulsions and paralysis. Seeds contain bitter substance phytosterenin, bonducin, saponin, phytosterol, fixed oil, starch and sucrose. Seeds also contain caesalpins.
Cassia fistula is one of the most commonly used plants in Unani and Ayurvedic medicines, this plant has been described to be useful against skin diseases, liver troubles, tuberculous glands and its use in the treatment of haematemesis, pruritus, leucoderm and diabetes has been suggested . Traditionally, the plant is also used as an infusion, decoction, or powder, either alone or in combination with other medicinal plants. The plant has documented to possess analgesic, anti-inflammatory , antioxidant , antidiabetic , as well as hepatoprotective activity.
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Amsar’s Celastrus paniculatus seed extract is clinically proven. It is used to both sharpen mental focus and relax the nerves. The seeds yield a brownish-yellow oil with an unpleasant taste. This oil is reported to contain acetic acids and benzoic acids in addition to the higher amount of the fatty acids. Seeds are considered as alterative, anti-rheumatic, aphrodisiac, emetic, laxative and nervine tonic and decoction of them is given in gout leprosy and paralysis. The oil obtained from its seeds are rubefacient and stimulant and is considered effective in beriberi and oedema and also used to improve memory.
In Ayurveda, Cinnamon or Twak is considered kapha-Vata dosh har. Its oral intake reduces Kapha and vata;stimulates digestion;expels abdominal gas;and exhibits expectorant action. Cinnamon has carminative, antiseptic and astringent properties. Dalchini is also used in preparation of Ayurvedic medicines which are used to treat digestive and respiratory ailments. The major constituent of essential oil (about 75%) is Cinnamaldehyde. Cinnamaldehyde reduces blood pressure, relieves spasm of muscles, and increases peripheral blood flow. Cinnamon extracts have been shown to have a positive effect on blood sugar.
Cissus Quadrangularis (CQ), aka Veld Grape, is a houseplant used in Indian folk medicine to heal fractures and in other cultures to treat, for instance, gastrointestinal disorders and even hemorrhoids Cissus also has anti-oxidant and anti-microbial effects anti-inflammatory actions including the reduction of tissue infiltration by immune cells a hallmark of tissue injury, and similarly, analgesic (pain reducing) actions CQ contains high levels of vitamin C and carotene as well as the phytochemical quercitin, an anti-inflammatory, vaso-dilating flavanoid found in grapes, and beta-sitosterol. A cholesterol-based compound that also has anti-inflammatory as well as immunomodulating (cortisol reducing) effects and possibly the ability to reduce glucocorticoid receptor expression.
Amsar’s guugul extract is based on the original research conducted by CDRI and conforms to the IP Pharmacopoeia standards. The lipid lowering effect of guggulu with special reference to atherosclerosis and obesity (medoraga) was first reported in a doctorate thesis submitted to the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in January 1966. Gugulipid, an ethyl acetate extract of the oleoresin, standardized at CDRI, has been marketed in India since 1988 as a hypolipidemic agent. It contains -guggulsterones and -guggulsterones which are purported to be the compounds responsible for the hypolipidemic activity of the guggulu. The extract is produced in our GMP certified facility.
Convolvulus pluricaulis is a common plant in southern India where the whole plant is used in various formulae as a nervine tonic for improvement of memory and intellect. The leaves and flowers possess hypotensive properties used for treating anxiety neurosis. It is recommended as a brain tonic to promote intellect and memory, eliminate nervous disorders and to treat hypertension.
The extracts of Convolvulous pluricaulis are made in our GMP certified factory under exacting standards. The extract is presented in easy to use powders, liquids or granules.
A proprietary, clinically proven extract of Curcuma longa is produced in our GMP certified facility . The extract is certified for quality.
Evaluation of Invitro Antioxidant, Anti Inflammatory and Anti diabetic Potential of Curcumin. ( Amsar’s extract) Trilochan Satapathy, Prasanna Kumar Panda ,Columbia Institute of Pharmacy, Tekari, Raipur, C.G, 493111. University Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, U. U., BBSR- 751 004
Powdered cardamom seeds are invariably mixed with ground ginger, cloves and caraway and used mainly for combating digestive ailments. It is used as a powerful pleasant aromatic stimulant, carminative, stomachic and diuretic. Use of cardamom checks nausea and vomiting. In the present day stress prone population cardamom is used invariably as cardiac stimulant.
The fruits, leaves and roots are used to cure various diseases. The aqueous extract of the fruits showed antibacterial and antifertility activities. It has the anti-bacterial and antiprotozoal properties . Also in abdominal disorders, lung diseases, constipation, indigestion, fungus infections, mouth ulcer, sore throat, pneumonia, heart disease and obesity , antifertility , analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant .
Emblica officinalis, nature’s natural Vitamin C source contains a wide array of powerful anti oxidants. Our extract is made under vacuum to preserve these important compounds. The extract displays antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic, adaptogenic, hepatoprotective, antitumor and antiulcerogenic activities.
Leaves, roots are used in traditional practice for treating several ailments like malaria, skin diseases, leprosy, diabetes etc. The leaf possesses hypoglycemic, antioxidant, hepatoprotective and hepatomodulatory properties and helps in reducing obesity. Whole plant gave alkaloids-gentianine, erythrocentaurin, enicoflavine and gentiocrucine; flavonoids-apigenin, genkwanin iso-vitaxin, swertisin, saponarin and 5-O-glucoside derivatives of sylwertisin and isoswertisin; glucosides-swertiamarin, a triterpene betulin. Swertisiode exhibited hypotensive activity. It is digestive, carminative, stomachic, laxative, depurative, antiinflammatory, liver tonic, antidiabetic.
Euphorbia hirta primarily used as a medicinal herb due to its unique chemical structure and powerful effects on the body. Most important health benefits of Euphorbia hirta include its ability to promote healing, soothe the skin, protect female reproduction, cure gastrointestinal disorders, improve respiration, boost the immune system, increase fertility, and reducing inflammation. It has traditionally been used to treat respiratory system disorders including bronchitis, asthma, hay fever, emphysema, coughs, colds and laryngeal spasm, though in modern herbalism. it is more used in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, including intestinal parasites, diarrhoea, peptic ulcers, heartburn, vomiting and amoebic dysentery. The aerial parts and roots also contain diterpene esters of the phorbol type and ingenol type, tannins, acids such as ellagic acid, gallic acid, tannic acid, maleic acid and tartaric acid Various flavonoids have also been isolated The stems contain the hydrocarbon hentriacontane and myricyl alcohol. The latex contains inositol, taraxerol, friedelin, β-sitosterol, ellagic acid, kaempferol, quercitol and quercitrin.
F. carica possesses a wild range of biological activities. In traditional medicine, It was reported that F. carica was applied mainly as the remedy for ulcers, indigestion and diarrhea. Some published studies have shown a broad spectrum of pharmacological activities, including antibacterial, antioxidant, antitumor, as well as anti-inflammatory activities. Figs are also one of the richest sources of calcium and fiber, they contain a good amount of many vitamins and minerals. It is effective in removing the gravel (stones) from the bladder and the kidneys It helps in removing obstruction in the liver and spleen in subacute cases. It is given for the patient suffering from piles and gout
Foeniculum vulgare (Apiaceae) commonly known as fennel is a well known and important medicinal and aromatic plant widely used as carminative, digestive, lactogogue and diuretic and in treating respiratory and gastrointestinal disorders. Its seeds are used as flavourings in baked goods, meat and fish dishes, ice cream, alcoholic beverages and herb mixtures. Phenols, phenolic glycosides and volatile aroma compounds such as trans-anethole, estragole and fenchone have been reported as the major phytoconstituents of this species. Different pharmacological experiments in a number of in vitro and in vivo models have convincingly demonstrated the ability of F. vulgare to exhibit antifungal, antibacterial, antioxidant, antithrombotic and hepatoprotective activities.
The herb is taken as a tea for indigestion, and can be supportive in treating gallbladder and liver conditions.
Fumitory is an aperient, depurative, cholagogue(stimulating the flow of bile), directic, laxative, sedative, stomachic, sudorific and tonic. It has traditionally been used as a vermifuge, to treat the skin, as a digestive tonic, and in sclerosis of the liver.
Garcinia cambogia extract is the calcium salt of hydroxy citric acid (HCA), which is obtained from water extract of Garcinia cambogia fruit . It is non-toxic, tasteless, odorless powder and found to be very effective herbal alternate for controlling obesity and cholesterol by inhibiting lipogenesis in our body
The extract is produced in our GMP certified facility.
The gum of the plant has been used for its anthelmintic, antispasmodic,carminative, diaphoretic, expectorant, antiepileptic, peripheral and central analgesic, anti-oxidant and antihyperlipidemic activities.The extract is produced in our GMP certified facility.
Gloriosine and colchicine are two commonly used phytochemicals that is present in whole part of plant. Due to the presence of these alkaloids G. superba show many pharmacological properties like anti inflammatory Antimicrobial , Antithrombotic/Antcoagulent , Anticancer activity, Antidote for Snake bite,Hepatoprotective activity , Antioxidant activity and Anthelmintic Activity .
Amsar produces a range of extracts from Glycyrrhiza glabra. Glycyrrhiza extract, Monoammonium glycrryhizinate, De Glycyrrihizinated Licorice. These can be found in the list of extracts as well.
The herb exhibits a broad range of therapeutic effects as an effective natural remedy for diabetes, besides being used for arthritis, diuretic, anemia, osteoporosis, hypercholesterolemia, cardiopathy, asthma, constipation, microbial infections, indigestion, and anti-inflammatory. The extract is produced in our GMP certified facility.
The rhizomes are also used in dyspepsia, diarrhea, piles, liver complaints, ulcers, skin diseases and rheumatoid arthritis. The essential oil of the rhizome is used to check seed-borne diseases of crops and has mild tranquilizing activity. The rhizomes showed significant analgesic, anti-inflammatory, cytotoxic, antimalarial and pediculicidal activity. It also acts as antidote for snakebite. It is used in conditions like poor circulation due to thickening of blood vessels
The roots of Hemidesmus indicus , which are commonly known as Ananta-Mul, are used extensively for the treatment of a variety of ailments in the Indian Ayurvedic system of medicine. This is one of the best-known detoxifying herbs that acts from both within and the outside of the body.It has remarkable blood purifying abilities. Due to this, people use it for snake bites, poisonous insect bites, and scorpion bites. It is thought that it has some substance that interacts directly with the toxic material in the blood and neutralizes it.Sariva is useful for treating stomach ulcers, severe gastritis, and ulcerative colitis. Hemidesmus indicus helps prevent excessive bleeding which may be the case in some ulcerations.
Latakasturi is widely used in homes as an ornamental plant. In China, the flowers are eaten raw, and the leaves are used for making tea. The seeds are eaten raw or roasted. The fruit is a rich source of dietary fiber.
It which has many health benefits, is used as an ingredient in medicines for heart ailments and respiratory diseases like asthma.
Pharmacologically, leaves, stem and root of H. rosa-sinensis contain a remarkable quantities of flavonoids which are associated with antioxidant, fever-reducing, pain-relieving and spasm-inhibiting activities and the flower has soothing properties which are used to relieve menstrual cramps and relax spasms and general cramping. Saponins in H. rosa-sinensis bind to cholesterol to form insoluble complexes and excreted via the bile and reduces blood pressure and have been found to be potentially useful for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia.
Amsar’s Hibiscus sabdariffa extract is water soluble and used in cough syrups and products that have anti oxidant activity.
Kurchi is a glabrous tree or large shrub found throughout the deciduous forest areas of India at low elevations. Scientific studies have established the anti-protozoal, anti-giardia and anti-amoebic properties of Holarrhena antidysenterica.
Goldenseal has one long-trunked basal leaves, a single stem, and two smaller leaves attached to the flowering stem.
Inula Racemosa provides a wide range of benefits and is used to treat various medical conditions. One of the most common uses of Inula Racemosa is treating blood sugar metabolism in diabetics. Other common uses include the treatment of asthma, bronchitis, cough, heart disease and general cardiovascular health. I. racemosa protects heart from isoproterenol-induced myocardial injury by reducing oxidative stress and modulating hemodynamic and ventricular functions of the heart.
Lawsonia alba is reputed to be cytotoxic, hypoglycaemic, nootropics, antimicrobial, antibacterial, trypsin inhibitory, wound healing, antioxidant,anti-corrosin, anti- inflammatory,analgesic and antipyretic ,anti-parasitic, tuberculostatic protein glycation inhibitory , hepatoprotective and possess anti-tumoral activity.
Jivanti is considered a stimulant and tonic in Ayurvedic literatures. It is indicated in debility due to seminal discharge. It is described as an herb with sweet, cold, aphrodisiac, light to digest and rejuvenative properties. It enhances life, vigour and fertility. Jivanti is Tridoshahara and balances Vata, Pitta and Kapha. This is drug of choice for emaciation, weakness, fever, difficult breathing, burning sensation in body, and fertility issues. One of the most important uses is in pregnant women to increase lactation.
Mangiferin(a pharmacologically active flavonoid, a natural xanthone C-glycoside) is extracted from Mango.In ayurveda, one of its uses is clearing digestion and acidity due to pitta (heat). Mango is one of the most popular of all tropical fruits. Mangiferin, being a polyphenolic antioxidant and a glucosyl xanthone, it has strong antioxidant, anti lipid peroxidation, immunomodulation, cardiotonic, hypotensive, wound healing, antidegenerative and antidiabetic activities.
In India, the herb is thought to have a relaxing effect on the nervous system, which is why, it is used in the treatment of epilepsy. Rumored to have aphrodisiac qualities, the seeds of the herb are said to enhance libido. Mimosa pudica exhibits styptic activity, which can also help stop bleeding in wounds and medical conditions like ulcerative colitis and menorrhagia. Using this medicinal herb may slowdown or even stop the onset of baldness. Mimosa pudica is thought to encourage new hair cell growth, which may contribute in arresting hair loss.
A water soluble extract made from unripe fruits of Morinda citrifolia produced under GMP norms in a GMP certified facility free from parabens. The extract is suitable for beverages and other nutraceutical uses.
Moringa leaf is best known as an excellent source of nutrition and natural energy booster. This energy boost is not based on sugar, and so it is sustained. Moringa is also soothing. It helps lower blood pressure and is a sleep aid. Its detoxifying effect may come from Moringa’s ability to purify water. Moringa acts as a coagulant attaching itself to harmful material and bacteria.
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Mucuna pruriens is traditionally used to cure from impotence, diabetes mellitus, and cancer whereas the seeds have multi-diversified functions such as several free radical-mediated diseases management, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, atherosclerosis, nervous disorders, analgesic, antipyretic activity, and in the management of Parkinsonism. The hairs lining the seed pods contain 5-hydroxytryptamine (serotonin) which causes severe itching (pruritus).
M. fragrans commonly known as nutmeg has aromatic, stimulant, narcotic, carminative, astringent,aphrodisiac, hypolipidemic, antithrombotic, anti-platelet aggregation, antifungal, anti dysenteric, antiinflammatory, activities. It is used as a remedy for stomach ache, rheumatism and vomiting during pregnancy. Nutmeg has been known for its hallucinogenic properties for a long time.
The rhizome extract of this plant has been studied for its beneficial effect on the nervous system. It is also known to possess an antidepressant activity that helps in the management of psychological disorders like depression, anxiety disorders, mental fatigue, panic disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It acts as a natural nervine tonic and a memory booster. It relieves stress by inducing calming and relaxation effects. It prevents neurological degeneration due to its neuroprotective action. It provides a soothing sensation to the skin and promotes hair growth.
Tulsi is also known as “the elixir of life” since it promotes longevity. Different parts of the plant are used in Ayurveda for prevention and cure of many illnesses and everyday ailments like common cold, headache, cough,influenza, earache, fever, colic pain, sore throat, bronchitis, asthma, hepatic diseases, malarial fever, an antidote for snake bite and scorpion sting, flatulence, migraine headaches, fatigue, skin diseases,wound, insomnia, arthritis, digestive disorders, night blindness and diarrhoea
The plant is effective in bronchitis and asthma, relieves palpitation and urinary complaints such as gonorrhea and syphilis.Relieves excessive thirst and restlessness. It is believed that the plants of the Onosma genus possess anticancer, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antipyretic, anti-diabetic, antitussive and spasmolytic activities and can be helpful in the treatment of rheumatism, bladder pain, kidney irritation, or palpitation of heart
plant is stomachic, carminative, diuretic, febrifuge, cooling and astringent. It has anti-dysentric, anti-hepatotoxic and anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, anti-spasmodic, anti-viral, anti-dote to snake bite activities. Whole plant is used in dyspepsia, vertilago, malaria,diabetes, menorrhagia, sores, chronic dysentry, tubercular ulcers, wound, bruises, scabies, ringworm, dropsical infection, gonorrhoea, genito-urinary disorders, jaundice, indigestion, intermittent fever, anemia, cough, gout, urinary disease, dermatosis, miscarriage, abdomen tumour, vaginitis and skin eruption. Leaves are used in scabies, bruises, wound, poultice lessions, swelling, ulcer, spleen and liver disorders and problem of joints. Bark is purgative. Stem is used in ophthalmia.
Studies have demonstrated that Piper cubeba produces a significant nephroprotective effect in both pre-treated and post-treated groups of gentamycin-induced nephrotoxicity. Cubebin as well as its derivatives containing lactone and amide groups showed significant anticancer activity. In some of the tested cell lines, the amide derivatives showed higher activity. Morphological analysis indicated that these compounds act through apoptosis mediated pathway of cell death.
Black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) is a very widely used spice, known for its pungent constituent piperine. However, in addition to its culinary uses, pepper has important medicinal and preservative properties, and, more recently, piperine has been shown to have fundamental effects on p-glycoprotein and many enzyme systems, leading to biotransformative effects including chemoprevention, detoxification, and enhancement of the absorption and bioavailability of herbal and conventional drugs. Based on modern cell, animal, and human studies, piperine has been found to have immunomodulatory, anti-oxidant, anti-asthmatic, anti-carcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, and anti-amoebic properties.
A clinically proven extract produced by Amsar Goa Pvt ltd, has been shown to have anti-hypoglycaemic properties, anti oxidant activity. The phenolic flavonolaglycone and other glycosides exhibit a wide range of biochemical effects including vasodilatoryactions and also inhibit the platelet aggregation. A flexible dose double blind multicenter randomized controlled trial undertaken from October 1995 till January 1998 concluded that vijayasar is an effective blood glucose lowering agent, its glycaemic effect being comparable to that of tolbutamide in treatment of naive patients with Type 2 diabetes.
Pomegranate fruits, peels and seeds have proven its role in diseases cure via modulation of biological activities. Earlier investigators demonstrated that pomegranate extract exhibited scavenging activity against hydroxyl (OH) and superoxide. Consumption of pomegranate extract potently delayed the onset and reduced the incidence of collagen-induced arthritis and severity of arthritis was significantly lower in pomegranate extract fed subjects. pomegranate fruit extract inhibited the IL-1beta-induced proteoglycan breakdown in cartilage explants. In addition, the extract also inhibited the IL-1beta-induced phosphorylation of IkappaBalpha and the DNA binding activity of the transcription factor NF-kappaB in OA chondrocytes.
Apple fruit contains good quantities of vitamin-C and β-carotene. Vitamin C is a powerful natural antioxidant. Consumption of foods rich in vitamin-C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammatory free radicals from the body. Apples also carry small quantities of minerals like potassium, phosphorus, and calcium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure; thus, counters the bad influences of sodium
Quercus infectoria commanda a place of importance in modern phytotherapy. It is rich in tannic and gallic acid and has significant astringent action. It checks the bleeding and constricts the tissues. These pharmacological activities of gall extracts were reported to be due to its excellent antioxidant activity with phytochemicals constituents of phenolic and flavanoid compounds. The phenolic compounds or polyphenols can act on bone metabolism by modulating osteoblast proliferation, differentiation and mineralization, as well as osteoclastogenesis.
Oak gall are used in treatment of Bleeding, Cancer, Cough, Dysentery, Eczema, Gonorrhea, inflammation of the gums, Piles, Malaria, Nervousness, Prolapse, Vaginal tightening and rejuvenation and Wound. Below is given medicinal properties of Gall powder.
Randia dumetorum is used in treatment of asthma, rhinitis, bronchatitis, cold, cough, pain, inflammation etc. Anti-inflammatory activity of Randia dumetorum. Extract and its fraction on milk induced leucocytosis and eosinophilia. The extract effectively and significantly reduced the Carrageenin induced oedema at the dose level of 100 mg/kg, p.o. significant reduction in granular tissue formation was recorded.
In 1940 Rauwolfia seprentina was first mentioned in the literature for its value in human cases of hypertension . Two years later, Bhatia reported that Rauwolfia seprentina is well-tolerated and useful medicine for treating high blood pressure . Wilkins and Judson have administered Rauwolfia serpentina to over 100 patients for periods of a month to a year. They reported that it is useful in lowering high blood pressure levels. Many studies are concluding that rauwolfia extracts or its pure alkaloid reserpine are a good agent in the treatment of hypertension. Since those times reserpine was synthesized and became the drug of choice for treating high blood pressure. However the synthesized version has faced drug resistance. The naturally occurring molecule in the form of a standardized extract continues to show significant blood pressure lowering potential.
The methanolic extract shows evidence of antifungal, anti-microbial, anti-Parkinson’s, anti-proliferative, immuno-enhancing, antiviral and antioxidant activities. Useful in fever, Cough, Indigestion, Menstrual disorder, Fungal infections, Inflammation, Oxidative stress. Ethanolic extract of rhizome of R. emodi exhibit the antidiabetic activity in rat by decreasing the activity of glucose-6-phosphate, fructose-6-phosphate and aldolase, and increasing the activity of hexokinase and phosphoglucoisomerase .
The roots of Rubia cordifolia L. have been used as a traditional Korean medicine to treat cough, bladder and kidney stones, joint inflammation,uterine hemorrhage and uteritis. RRR methanol extract (RRRME) was found to inhibit human laryngeal carcinoma cell (HEp-2 cell) proliferation and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) release, to decrease reduced glutathione (GSH),glutathione S-transferase (GST) and protein levels, and to increase lipid peroxidation (LPO) in a dose-dependent manner. Further fluorescent microscopy and transmission electron microscopy confirmed this apoptotic effect.
Ashoka bark has been described to be useful in various ailments. It is used in many uterine diseases due to its strong haemostatic property and astringent effect on uterine muscles. It is specially used in menorrhagia. It is used Uterine debility, Leucorrhoea due to its tonic effect on uterus. The bark of the plant acts as astringent, haemostatic refrigerent, alexiteric, anthelmintic, antibacterial, demulscent, diuretic. It is also used as anti-estrogenic, anti-inflammatory, anti-implantation, antioxidant, antitumour, oxytocic, anti-progestational, CNS depressant .
Sida cordifolia actually acts as a depressant and decreases CNS activity. S.cordifolia can increase pain tolerance and appears to have anti-inflammatory properties.
An aqueous fraction of hydro alcoholic extract of S. cordifolia induced hypotension and bradycardia
Ethnobotanical reports indicate that the barks of S. racemosa is widely used in treatment of skin diseases, eye and ear diseases, liver and bowel complaints, tumors, dropsy, spongy and bleeding gums, asthma, bronchitis, fever, ulcers, nephritis, scorpion-string, snake-bite, elephantiasis, fillaria, acne, haemorrhage, menorrhagia, leucorrhoea, haemorrhoids, dyspepsia, flatulence, gonorrhoea and arthritis.
The ethanol extract exhibit potential antitumor and antioxidant activities due to increase the life span of EAC tumor bearing mice (21.27%) and decreased lipid peroxidation.
Dandelion is a hardy, variable perennial that is closely related to chicory (Cichorium intybus) that can reach a height of nearly 12 inches. The herb´s actions are cholagogus, choleretic, alkalizing, laxative, venotonic, astringent, diuretic, tonic and slightly aperient. It is a general stimulant, but especially tonic to the urinary system. It is considered by herbalists to be antioxidant and an anti-cancer agent.
Tecoma undulata is pungent, astringent and bitter in taste and has cold potency. It has got many medicinal properties. It is antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, hepatoprotective, anticancer, muscle relaxant, analgesic, astringent, anthelmintic and refringent. It is relaxant, cardiotonic and choleretic. It has a special potency as accumulation breaking herb and helps in contracting the spleen. It possesses light and dry attributes. It is used in the diseases like ascites, liver and spleen disorders, jaundice, hepatitis, urinary disorders, obesity, tumors, blood disorders, flatulence, abdominal pain and cough.
Terminalia arjuna commonly known as ‘Arjuna’, which has been used as a cardiotonic in heart failure, ischemic, cardiomyopathy, atherosclerosis, myocardium necrosis and has been used for the treatment of different human diseases like blood diseases, anemia. T. arjuna is reported that to possess strong hydrolipidemic properties. It is known that the saponin glycosides in T. arjuna are responsible for its inotropic effects, while the flavonoids/phenolics may supply antioxidant activity as well as vascular amplification activity, in this manner authenticating the multiple activities of this plant for its cardio-protective function.
Lately, the focus of the work is on assessing the immunomodulatory effect of T. bellerica extract. Since different activities of the extract have been attributed to the various biologically active compounds present in it, it is likely that some of these influence the host immune system as well. Gallic acid of many different plant extracts has been reportedly responsible for increasing ROS production in macrophages resulting in their increased phagocytic activity . T. bellerica fruit extract is also rich in gallic acid content and therefore has been reported to be responsible for increasing the phagocytic activity of macrophages. The other mechanism for the enhanced phagocytic activity of the extract is due to some alteration in the mechanism of action of related enzyme such as phosphotyrosine phosphatase resulting in superoxide anion production.
Due to presence of range of biologically active compounds, the fruits of T. chebula have been used in traditional medicine to combat a number of ailments of upper respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract and skin . These active compounds are effective in treating cancer and other diseases of the heart, nervous system, bones and joints.
Ajwain, Trachyspermum ammi, is also known as carom or bishop’s weed. It is an herbaceous plant native to India and the Middle East that produces a seed-like fruit mainly used in Ayurvedic and Siddha medicinal traditions for digestive problems and detoxification. The seeds are used traditionally as a stimulant, carminative, flatulence, atonic dyspepsia, diarrhoea, abdominal tumours, abdominal pains, piles, and bronchial problems, lack of appetite, galactogogue, asthma and amenorrhoea. Medicinally, it has been proven to possess various pharmacological activities like antifungal, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antinociceptive, cytotoxic activity, Hypolipidaemic, Antihypertensive, antispasmodic, broncho-dilating actions, Antilithiasis, diuretic, Abortifacient, Antitussive, Nematicidal, Anthelmintic and Antifilarial Activity.
Fenugreek seeds are most commonly used as medicine in Ayurveda. The seeds possess strong antimicrobial, antidiabetic, antioxidant, and anti-carcinogenic activities, which help in the treatment and prevention of several diseases. the fenugreek seeds are used to treat stomachaches, constipation, loss of appetite and stomach inflammations, and symptoms associated with digestive problems. This seed additionally targets problems associated with the heart by lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, and treating conditions like atherosclerosis that harden arteries.
Phytochemical investigations indicate that 3 compounds reported from the polyherbal formulation and also it contains various chemical category viz. alkaloids, phytosterol, triterpenes, flavonoids and various other phenolic compounds. Pharmacological activities of Trikatu reported include hepatoprotective, antioxidant, analgesic, anti-anorectic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, anthelminitic, anti-arthritic, adaptogenic, antihyperlipidemic and antitumor activity.
The major biological activities of Tylophora asthmatica are emetic, smooth –muscle relaxant, anti histamine, hypotensive, anti tumour, allergic diseases like bronchial asthma, antimicrobial and anti inflammatory.
The extracts of Viburnum spp., have been used in the treatment of several uterine disorders:- menorrhagia, post-partum haemorrhage and in threatened abortion. Two cytotoxic lignans have been isolated and have shown significant activity.
The ethanolic extract of Vitex negundo Linn. at 250 and 500 mg/kg doses significantly decrease Serum Bilirubin, Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Alkaline Phosphates (ALP) and Total Protein (TP) levels against hepatotoxicity (HT) produced by administering a combination of three antitubercular drugs isoniazide (7.5 mg/kg), rifampin (10 mg/kg) and pyrazinamide (35 mg/kg). Alcoholic extract of the seeds of Vitex negundo Linn. showed the hepatoprotective action against carbon tetrachloride induced liver damage. The extract was found to be effective in preventing liver damage which was evident by morphological, biochemical and functional parameters
Vitis vinifera has been used for thousands of years because of their nutritional and medicinal benefits. They are rich in sugars, flavonoids, anthocyanins and proanthocyanins, organic acids, tannin, mineral salts and vitamins. Grape skin, especially from the red and black species is rich in resveratrol which is a derivative of stilbene. Studies have shown that resveratrol is one of the strongest known natural antioxidants. It is found in a large quantity in black grape juice, skin and seed
A premium extract of Withania somnifera that is produced in A GMP certified facility is certified for its quality. The extract exhibits a wide range of therapeutic properties by tuning the endocrine, cardiopulmonary, central nervous system and sexual behavior without any toxicity. Studies have established its immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antistress, memory enhancing, antiparkinsonian, hypolipidemic, antibacterial, cardiovascular, antioxidant, antitumor and adaptogenic properties.
Woodfordia fruticosa, is a well-branched tropical shrub growing up to 5-7 m in height with a reddish-brown bark that peels off in strips. It is endemic to India. The flowers are in clusters of up to 17 on short shoots in the axils of leaves. Individual flowers are large and red-orange.The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India recommends the use of the plant’s flower in acute diarrhea, hemorrhages, ulcerations.
Anti-cancer effects: The anticancer effects of ginger are thought to be attributed to various constituents including vallinoids, viz.(6)-gingerol and (6)-paradol,shogaols, zingerone, and Galanals A and B. Galanals A and B have been found to be potent apoptosis inducers of human T lymphoma Jurkat cells. Ginger has been shown to inhibit platelet aggregation and to decrease platelet thromboxane production in vitro (8)-Gingerol, (8)-shogaol, (8)-paradol, and gingerol analogues exhibited antiplatelet activities. Ginger has been found to inhibit prostaglandin biosynthesis and interfere with the inflammatory cascade and the vanilloid nociceptor.