A systematic exploration of pharmacological attributes and phytochemical components in Euphorbia hirta Linn: A mini review

Sengottuvelu S, Sibi K *, Angelin Staffin S, Rajasimman V, Dheebhenthiranath D, Anandhan D and Chella Prakash C

Department of Pharmacology, Nandha College of Pharmacy, Koorapalayam Pirivu, Pitchandampalayam (P.O.), Erode, Tamilnadu, India, Pin – 638 052.
 
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World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2023, 16(03), 200–212.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2023.16.3.0507
Publication history: 
Received on 05 November 2023; revised on 20 December 2023; accepted on 23 December 2023
 
Abstract: 
In several nations, including India and China, herbal medications are integral parts of traditional medicine. India is home to the well-known medicinal system known as Ayurveda. For thousands of years, Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani, three of India's traditional medicinal systems, have been used. Herbal medicines are the earliest known forms of human healing. India is well-known around the globe for its Ayurvedic medicine. Euphorbia hirta has been traditionally used to treat a variety of conditions, including gonorrhea, diarrhea, jaundice, acne, worm infestations in youngsters, feminine diseases, and digestive issues and tumors. The white milky latex of this plant has an incredible health impact on human health. Alkanes, triterpenes, phytosterols, tannins, polyphenols, and flavonoids are all said to be present. This mini-review of the data collection of the past ten years, presents the traditional uses, chemical constituents, medicinal properties, and some future aspects to promote the use of E. hirta in the improvement of human health.
 
Keywords: 
Euphorbia hirta; Traditional use; Phytoconstituents; Pharmacological activity
 
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