Pharmacognosy Research

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Category: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics > Drug Discovery and Pharmaceutical Science

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Current Issue

Pharmacognosy Research

Volume 19, Issue 1 • 2027

Featured Article

Green-Synthesized Tribulus terrestris-Mediated CuO Nanoparticle-Loaded CS/PVA Hydrogels: A Multifunctional Platform for Cancer Therapy and Antidiabetic Applications

Akshaya Viswanathan, P V Avinash, G S R Kedari, S Vimal, T S Mohamed Saleem
9/23/2026

Objectives: In this work, we report on the preparation of CuO nanoparticles using extract from Tribulus terrestris as a natural reducing and stabilizing agent, followed by the loading of the nanoparticles into the Chitosan/Poly (vinyl alcohol) (CS/PVA) hydrogel in order to design a multifunctional system for treating c

A549 Cells
Anti-Cancer Activity
CS/PVA Hydrogels
CuO Nanoparticle
Tribulus Terrestris.
Green-Synthesized Tribulus terrestris-Mediated CuO Nanoparticle-Loaded CS/PVA Hydrogels: A Multifunctional Platform for Cancer Therapy and Antidiabetic Applications
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An Amalgamated in silico Approach to Screen Lipid Lowering Herbs towards Developing Antilipidemic Polyherbal Formulation

An Amalgamated in silico Approach to Screen Lipid Lowering Herbs towards Developing Antilipidemic Polyherbal Formulation

Vandana Tyagi, Namita Arora, Pankaj Arora
9/23/2026

Background: Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) is largely caused by hyperlipidemia, characterized by high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Standard treatments like statins face limitations such as intolerance and poor adherence. This study uses amalgamated in silico techniques to screen and identify pot

Antilipidemic
In silico
Molecular Docking
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Original Article
In silico Assessment of Bioactive Compounds from Thaalisaathi Chooranam Targeting Alcohol Dehydrogenase in Alcoholic Liver Disease

In silico Assessment of Bioactive Compounds from Thaalisaathi Chooranam Targeting Alcohol Dehydrogenase in Alcoholic Liver Disease

Jinavani Jeevagan, Shaira Banu Ismail, Abarna Balasubramani, Priyadharshini Muniyasamy, Murugesan Sannasi, Sathish Adithya, Rajathinakaran, Madhavan Ramachandran
9/23/2026

Background: Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD) is a major cause of cirrhosis-related morbidity and mortality, with limited therapies. Alcohol Dehydrogenase (ADH) plays a key role in ethanol metabolism and contributes to hepatic injury. Siddha formulations are rich in bioactive phytoconstituents with potential hepatoprotecti

Alcohol dehydrogenase
Alcoholic liver disease
In silico study
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Original Article
Shenmai Injection Attenuates Pressure Overload-Induced Cardiac Hypertrophy by Modulating HRAS

Shenmai Injection Attenuates Pressure Overload-Induced Cardiac Hypertrophy by Modulating HRAS

Xiaojuan Zhou, Xueying Xu, Xiaolu Hou, Mulan Wang, Tian Liang, Peiqiang Shen, Shujing Zhang, Han Wang, Yingchao Wang, Qinqin Zhao
9/23/2026

Background/Objectives: Pressure overload-induced cardiac hypertrophy is a critical pathological precursor in the development of heart failure. Shenmai Injection (SMI) is widely used to treat cardiovascular diseases. However, its anti-hypertrophic effects and underlying molecular mechanisms remain insufficiently elucida

Cardiac Hypertrophy
HRAS
Network Pharmacology
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High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) Methods for Simultaneous Estimation and Quantification of Vasicine, Gallic acid, Piperine and Pterostilbene from Two Ayurvedic Formulations and Herbal Extracts

High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) Methods for Simultaneous Estimation and Quantification of Vasicine, Gallic acid, Piperine and Pterostilbene from Two Ayurvedic Formulations and Herbal Extracts

Sachin Baburao Mulik, Sanjay Uttamrao Nipanikar, Priyanka Patil, Ankita Kasabe, Pravin Surwade
9/23/2026

Background: High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) is an advanced analytical technique used for the identification and quantification of marker compounds in Ayurvedic formulations. Aims and Objectives: The purpose of this study is to create and validate an HPTLC method for the simultaneous estimation and q

Gallic acid
HPTLC
Piperine
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Original Article
Anticancer Effects of Schinus molle-Synthesized Iron Nanoparticles in Human Hela Cervical Cancer Cells

Anticancer Effects of Schinus molle-Synthesized Iron Nanoparticles in Human Hela Cervical Cancer Cells

Pavithra Ramamoorthy, K M Ruban Chakravarthy, S Logeshwaran, S Vimal, T S Mohamed Saleem
9/23/2026

Objectives: Green development of iron nanoparticles by plant derived extracts has collected important scientific attention due to their eco-friendly fabrication, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced biological activities. Materials and Methods: The current research was assumed to evaluate the anticancer efficacy of Iron N

Anticancer Activity
Green Synthesised Iron Nanoparticle
Hela Cells
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Original Article
Development and Quality Assessment of Poshakriti: A Gluten-Free, Multipurpose, Multigrain, Nutritional Flour

Development and Quality Assessment of Poshakriti: A Gluten-Free, Multipurpose, Multigrain, Nutritional Flour

Mrudul Chitrakar
9/23/2026

Background: Growing awareness of the health-nutrition interface and demand for convenient yet wholesome foods is rising. Traditional Indian diets, influenced by Ayurvedic principles, emphasize balanced combinations of cereals, pulses, and spices. Objectives: Building on this knowledge, a novel gluten-free, millet-rich

Finger Millet
Functional Food
Low Glycemic Index
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Original Article
Black Cumin (Nigella sativa) as a Natural Food Preservative: GC-MS Profiling and Antimicrobial Activity against Spoilage Microorganisms

Black Cumin (Nigella sativa) as a Natural Food Preservative: GC-MS Profiling and Antimicrobial Activity against Spoilage Microorganisms

Rashmi Shahi, Suvarna V. Chavannavar, N Bharath Kumar, M.S Yashaswini
9/23/2026

Background: Nigella sativa, also referred as black cumin and described as the miraculous herb, exhibits many medicinal and pharmacological properties. Objectives: This research focused on the antimicrobial effectiveness of different N. sativa Seeds (NSS) extracts against spoilage microbes and phytochemical analysis of

Antimicrobial activity
Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)
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Original Article
Integrated Phytochemical and Chromatographic Analysis for Detection of Adulteration in Terminalia chebula Fruit Rind Powder

Integrated Phytochemical and Chromatographic Analysis for Detection of Adulteration in Terminalia chebula Fruit Rind Powder

Likitha Shankarappa, Mamatha A Rao, M Devendra Reddy, NS Prakash, Surendra Chennu
9/23/2026

Background: Terminalia chebula Retz. is a well-recognized medicinal plant widely used in the Ayurveda and Siddha systems of medicine, wherein the fruit rind is designated as the official therapeutic component. Admixture of the nut (kernel) portion with fruit rind powder has become a growing concern due to increased dem

Adulteration detection
Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) Analysis
HPLC-ELSD
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GC-MS Phytochemical Profiling of Kaidarya Siddha Narikela Taila: Mechanistic Insights into Khalitya (Non-Specific Hairfall) Management

GC-MS Phytochemical Profiling of Kaidarya Siddha Narikela Taila: Mechanistic Insights into Khalitya (Non-Specific Hairfall) Management

Sanyogeeta Ajay Dixit, Pankaj Sharma, Pradnya Prakash Hemke, Kashavva Veerabasayya Hiremath, Susmita Devgonda Shedbale, Namrata Bhagaje, Monika Yadav
9/23/2026

Background: Non-Specific Hairfall (NSHF), classified as Khalitya in Ayurveda (NAMC FA-3, ICD-11 TM2), has a significant global burden. Kaidarya siddha Narikela Taila (KNT) is a formulation prepared with Narikela Taila (Cocos nucifera) and Kaidarya kashaya (decoction of Murraya koenigii), widely utilised in the manageme

Alopecia
GC-MS
kaidarya
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GC-MS Analysis of Bioactive Phytocompounds in Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment Used in the Management of Wound Healing

GC-MS Analysis of Bioactive Phytocompounds in Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment Used in the Management of Wound Healing

Neha Suresh Palase, Santosh Y Mudakappagol
9/23/2026

Background: The scientific validation of traditional as well as proprietary Ayurvedic formulations is crucial for the purpose of healing of wound in chronic non healing wounds. Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment, a proprietary formulation made up of Water-soluble extracts of Nirgundi patra, Amalaki Bark and Bhri

Chronic non healing wounds
GC-MS
Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment
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Original Article
Comparative Pharmaceutical and Analytical Evaluation of Shoolaharana Yoga: Bhavita Formulation Versus Hydroalcoholic Extract

Comparative Pharmaceutical and Analytical Evaluation of Shoolaharana Yoga: Bhavita Formulation Versus Hydroalcoholic Extract

Priya Darshani Koul, Yadevendra Yadav, Shuchi Mitra, Khemchand Sharma
9/23/2026

Background: Shoolaharana Yoga, described in Rasendra Sara Saṃgraha, is a classical Herbo-mineral formulation indicated for various types of pain. Ayurvedic pharmaceutical processes such as Shodhana (Purification) and Bhavana (Trituration) are traditionally employed to enhance safety, bioavailability, and therapeutic po

Analytical study
Bhavana
Hydroalcoholic extract
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Original Article
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Ethnomedicinal Therapies in Oral Cancer Care: Insights from Healthcare Professionals with Reference to Thuja occidentalis

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Ethnomedicinal Therapies in Oral Cancer Care: Insights from Healthcare Professionals with Reference to Thuja occidentalis

Saranya Ramsridhar, R Chandini, Vishnupriya Veeraraghavan, Khadijah Mohideen, Mutaz Ali-Hassan, Murali Balasubramaniam
9/23/2026

Background: Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) remains a major global health challenge despite advances in conventional therapies. Growing interest in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) has heightened attention to natural and plant-based therapies such as Thuja occidentalis (T. occidentalis) in oral cancer m

Attitude
Complementary Medicine
Healthcare Professionals
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