Vegetos
(An International Journal of Plant Research & Biotechnology)
A comprehensive review of antiviral properties of selected Indian medicinal plants
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Sajwan Sonali, Ansari Firoz Ahmad, Meena Ram Pratap, Khan Asma Sattar
Review Articles | Published: 10 May, 2025
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Keywords: Antiviral, Bioactive compounds, Andrographolides
Abstract
In the wake of emerging viral threats and ongoing global health challenges, there is a growing interest in identifying natural compounds with antiviral properties. Indian traditional medicine, known as Ayurveda has a long-standing tradition of utilizing medicinal plants for various ailments including viral infections. This review article provides an overview of viral diseases in humans their causes, symptoms, and preventive measures. Additionally, it examines ten significant medicinal plants commonly used in traditional Indian medicine, highlighting their medicinal properties. The study investigates the antiviral activity and bioactive compounds of these medicinal plants, focusing on their effectiveness against a range of viral infections. Notable findings include the antiviral properties of compounds such as curcumin in turmeric, piperine in black pepper, allicin in garlic, and andrographolides in kalmegh. Moreover, the research highlights the prospects of these medicinal plants as sources of antiviral agents and suggests avenues for future research and collaboration between traditional medicine and modern science to develop novel antiviral therapies.
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Pharmacognosy Lab., CCRUM-Drug Standardization Research Institute, Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, Ghaziabad, India