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VOL. 6, ISSUE 5 (2021)
Ativisha (Aconitum heterophyllum wall): A unique drug in ayurveda
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Pravin Masram, Vedika Ade, Rahul Ghuse, Praveen Kumar K S
Abstract
Ayurveda is a traditional medical system present in India since 2000 B.C. Medicinal plants forms a major part of treatment in Ayurvedic and also in different ancient healing systems around the world. In India, most of the rural population depends on herbal medicines in primary health care level. Ativisha (Aconitum heterophyllum wall) of Ranunculaceae family is an Ayurvedic herb that is used extensively in Ayurveda. In Charaka Samhitha, it has been mentioned in management of obesity, piles, stomach disorders etc... In Sushrutha Samhitha, it has been mentioned in the management of diarrhea. Many phytochemical constituents (metabolites) are obtained from this plant, like diterpene alkaloids which is having analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities. Various literature were screened and the relevant items were considered for a constructive review of the drug.
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Pages:295-299
How to cite this article:
Pravin Masram, Vedika Ade, Rahul Ghuse, Praveen Kumar K S "Ativisha (Aconitum heterophyllum wall): A unique drug in ayurveda ". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 6, Issue 5, 2021, Pages 295-299
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