Author:
C. T. Sulaiman,C. K. Jyothi,G. Jinu Krishnan Unnithan,K. M. Prabhukumar,Balachandran Indira
Abstract
Abstract
Background
In Ayurveda, Jivanti is an important Rasayana drug that increases the energy level of the body. The botanical source of Jivanti is in a situation of controversy. The root of Leptadenia reticulata is the genuine source plant for Jivanti as per Ayurvedic Pharmacopeia of India. However, other species such as Holostemma ada-kodien and Flickingeria nodosa are also used as source plants for Jivanti in various parts of the country. The objective of this study is to identify a scientifically validated alternative source plant for Jivanti by phytochemical and pharmacological evaluation.
Results
In this study, anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic activities of various source plants for Jivanti were evaluated along with their phytochemical comparison. H. ada-kodien showed significant anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic activity when compared to L. reticulata.
Conclusion
The study concluded the possibility of using Holostemma ada-kodien as a substitute for Jivanti in the Ayurvedic drug industry.
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Funder
National Medicinal Plants Board, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
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