International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Research
2023, Volume-4, Special Issue 3 doi: 10.5281/zenodo.8337117
Review Article
Centella Asiatica (Indian Pennywort): A Review
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June 30, 2023
Abstract

Triterpenoids and saponins are significant chemical ingredients that are thought to exert these pharmacological effects. Aside from that, it is used to treat diarrhoea, fever, amenorrhea, anxiety, and cognitive consequences.’ or Asiatica Gotu kola is sometimes confused with kola nut, which contains no CNS stimulants like caffeine and has no stimulating effect. It was employed in the ayurveda system of medicine for hundreds of years before it was described in the 'Sushruta Samhita,' an old ayurvedic medical treatise. It is also used by the Indonesian and Javanese, and Chinese ancient peoples were aware of it over 2000 years ago. This article discusses Centella asiatica's Phytochemistry, Traditional applications, Pharmacological effects, and Toxicology. Plant-based medication discovery has piqued the interest of academics, particularly those utilised in traditional therapies. Centella asiatica is a traditional Ayurvedic medicine used to treat a range of ailments in India and throughout Asia. The aerial portions and roots are utilised for medical purposes, and its chemical contents have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, neuroprotective, antioxidant, and wound healing properties.

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