Abstract:
The medicinal property of whole plant of Withania coagulans, which belongs to Solanaceae family in Ayurvedic medicines has been widely studied and emphasized. Whole plant and its fractions as well as extracts have been used as therapeutic agents for various illnesses, including cardiovascular diseases, hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia. It has also been used as hepatoprotective, free radical scavenger, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial as well as central nervous system depressant. Its cytotoxic, immunomodulating and antitumor properties have also been studied. This review article is aimed to highlight the pharmacological activities of W. Coagulans.
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Journal: BMC journal of Medical Sciences, Volume: 3, Issue: 1, Year: 2022