Pharmacognosy Research
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(As per Journal Citation Reports 2026)
Category: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics > Drug Discovery and Pharmaceutical Science
Sources: Journal Citation Reports from Clarivate, 2026 release.
Pharmacognosy Research
Volume 19, Issue 1 • 2027
Phytochemical Profiling and Inhibitory Impact of Piper nigrum and Syzygium aromaticum Extracts Targeting GH13 Family Amylases
Background: Inhibition α-amylase have been reportedly providing a novel way in diabetes and obesity management. Purpose: Research for the last decade has outlined on broad range of health beneficial of various condiments and it is evident that regular spicy food consumption in appropriate quantity is also the reason o
Characterization and Chromatographic Evaluation of Shatapushpadi Lepa
Background: Shatapushpadi Lepa is a traditional external application specified in Ayurveda. The composition that is advised for Vata-dominant inflammatory joint diseases. To determine quality, and therapeutic effectiveness, such a conventional formulation must be scientifically validated. Purpose: The present study is
Comparative In vitro Evaluation of Chemical and Herbal Antimicrobial Agents for Surface Decontamination: A Pharmaceutical Perspective
Background: Maintenance of asepsis is essential for successful endodontic therapy. Gutta-percha cones are susceptible to microbial contamination during handling and storage, and their thermoplastic nature precludes heat sterilization, making rapid chemical disinfection necessary. Purpose: This study evaluated the comp
Phytochemical Profiling of Unripe Fruits of Ficus carica and Phyllanthus emblica Grown in West Bengal and Evaluation of their in vitro Antidiabetic and Anti-Inflammatory Activity
Background: Unripe fruits are promising sources of nutrition in the daily diet, which have gained attention for their rich phytochemical profile and associated health benefits. Objectives: The present study aimed to profile the phytochemical constituents of unripe fruits of Ficus carica and Phyllanthus emblica grown i
GC-MS Phytochemical Profiling of Kaidarya Siddha Narikela Taila: Mechanistic Insights into Khalitya (Non-Specific Hairfall) Management
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
Targeted Neurotherapeutics: A Review of Bacopa monnieri Delivery Strategies for Neurodegeneration
Neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and Autism lead to Central Nervous System (CNS) degeneration, impairing both cognitive and motor functions. With the rising prevalence of these illnesses-closely linked to age and lifestyle factors-effective therapeutic strategies that can cr
GC-MS Analysis of Bioactive Phytocompounds in Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment Used in the Management of Wound Healing
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
An Amalgamated in silico Approach to Screen Lipid Lowering Herbs towards Developing Antilipidemic Polyherbal Formulation
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
Comparative Structural and Biophysical Profiling of Dengue Virus NS5 Methyltransferase Identifies DENV-4 as a Prioritized Antiviral Target
Background: The NS5 Methyltransferase (MTase) domain is essential for the capping and replication of dengue virus RNA and for the virus's evasion of the host immune response, making it a promising antiviral target. Purpose: To assess the structural and biophysical characteristics of the NS5 MTase across the four Dengu
A Study on the Pharmacognosy Materials of Ancient Traditional Medicine Prescriptions Used to Treat Bubonic Plague
Background: Ancient Mongolian doctors and scholar-monks identified diseases that were prevalent among Mongolians but were not described in Indian Ayurveda or Tibetan medicine. Based on the theory of wind, bile, and phlegm, they revised the classification of diseases to incorporate these conditions. A notable example is
Isolation and Characterization of Saponins from Asparagus racemosus: A HPTLC and LC-MS Study
Background: Shatavari or Asparagus racemosus Wild. Family Liliaceae is an important therapeutic herb in the health care system. It contains a sapogenin content which is a precursor of many pharmacologically active steroids. This plant is used to induce menstruation and as a cosmetic tonic. Objectives: The objective of
Modulation of KEAP1/NRF2-Regulated Anticancer Chemopreventive Signalling Pathways by Anacardic Acid in MCF7-ARE Human Breast Cancer Cells
Background: Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer worldwide, with an escalating burden over the past decades. Anacardic Acid (AA), a phenolic lipid extracted from cashew nutshell, displays diverse therapeutic properties including anti-tumor effects. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying the anticancer effec
Comparative GC-MS Profiling of n-Hexane Extracts from the Heartwood and Small Branches of Pterocarpus santalinus Linn.f.
Background: Pterocarpus santalinus Linn.f. (Red Sandalwood) is an important medicinal plant known for its diverse bio active compounds. Evaluation of its phytoconstituents is essential for ensuring its therapeutic potential and quality. Chromatographic and mass spectrometric techniques are effective tools for profiling