Pharmacological And Therapeutic Importance Of Eclipta Alba: A Review
January 2020
in “
Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
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Studysummary This article reviews the medicinal significance of the Eclipta alba plant in India and its therapeutic properties, but reports no new clinical results.
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Eclipta alba, or Bhringraj, was highlighted for its pharmacological and therapeutic properties, especially in traditional Indian medicine. It contained secondary metabolites like alkaloids, flavonoids, and triterpenes, which were used to treat hair loss, baldness, and aging, and it showed potential in promoting hair growth and enhancing memory. The plant also exhibited nephroprotective, anti-diabetic, analgesic, antibacterial, anticancer, and anti-hepatotoxic activities. The document suggested that further clinical evaluation could enhance its pharmaceutical potential due to its rich chemical composition.
