Pharmacognosy Research
Journal Impact
(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 18, Issue 4 • 2026
Identification of Gairika (Red Ochre) by Classical and Contemporary Parameters and Structural Evaluation of Gairika Pre and Post Classical Purification Procedure
Background: Given the growing adulteration and lack of genuine materials, it is imperative that Rasadravya (herbo-mineral substance) be identified and standardised in Ayurvedic pharmaceutics to assure therapeutic efficacy and safety. Gairika (Red Ochre), classified as Uparasa, is traditionally used in various treatment
AI-Based Theranostic System Using Bacopa monnieri-Loaded Magnetic Nanoparticles for Alzheimer’s Disease
Background: Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is one of the progressive neurodegenerative disorders which have a complex pathology and very limited therapeutic options. Objectives: This study presents a dual-purpose theranostic approach integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based diagnosis with a nasal drug delivery system
Pharmaceutico-Analytical Investigation of Murvadi Agada with HPLC Marker Analysis
Background: Agada yogas are traditional Ayurvedic remedies that are recommended for the treatment of both acute and chronic poisoning as well as a number of illnesses brought on by exposure to toxins. Murvadi agada a unique polyherbal preparation used to treat Gara visha and Agni vikaras (digestive dysfunction) is disc
Evidence Landscape of Shilajatu (Asphaltum punjabinum) in the Management of Diabetes Mellitus: A Scoping Review
Shilajatu (Asphaltum punjabinum), a herbo-mineral exudate described in Ayurveda as a Rasayana, has been traditionally indicated in Prameha (diabetes mellitus). Its chemical matrix, enriched with fulvic acids, dibenzo-α-pyrones, and trace elements, is proposed to influence insulin signalling, mitochondrial function, oxi
Quality Evaluation and GC-MS Profiling of Surya Paki Stree Kutaja Taila
Background: Sneha Kalpana is an important Ayurvedic pharmaceutical preparation designed to incorporate both lipid-soluble and water-soluble components into a lipid medium. Among its preparation methods, Surya Paka involves exposure of the ingredients to sunlight for processing. This inflammation and immune imbalance. S
Systems-Level Network Pharmacology analysis of Terminalia chebula (Haritaki): Deciphering Multi-Target Mechanisms Across Inflammation-Metabolism-Immunity Axis
Background: Chronic inflammatory disorders result from complex interactions among inflammation, metabolic dysregulation, and immune imbalance. Conventional single-target therapies often fail to address this complexity. Terminalia chebula (Haritaki), an important Ayurvedic medicinal plant, is traditionally used for infl
Binding Analysis of Cholesterol and its Derivatives with 13 Chosen Respiratory Allergens: An In-silico Study
Background and Objectives: Respiratory allergens are generally non-parasite proteins in nature, which induces more amounts of Immunoglobulin E (Ig E) levels in atopic persons. A steady increasing prevalence of asthma and other allergy related disorders, which has been turn a huge public health issue throughout the glob
HPTLC-Based Phytochemical Profiling and Quality Control Evaluation of Sarivadi Lauha with Relevance to Diabetic Neuropathy
Background: Sarivadi Lauha is a classical Ayurvedic herbo-mineral formulation widely used in the management of metabolic disorders. Standardisation of such formulations is essential to ensure quality, safety, and reproducibility. Objectives: To evaluate the physicochemical parameters and develop an HPTLC fingerprint p
Phytochemical Profiling of Mahapaisachika Ghrita Using GC-MS and Its Potential Neuroprotective Pathways in ADHD
Background: Ghrita is one of the most commonly used vehicles of medicine administration in Ayurveda. It owes its widespread usage to its capability to spread and target all organs and tissues within a short duration without altering the primary drug itself. Based on LBDDS (Lipid-Based-Drug-Delivery-Systems), ghrita fac
In vitro Evaluation of the Anti-Carcinogenic Activity of Swarnavari Bhasma: An Ayurvedic Herbo-Mineral Formulation
Background: Cancer remains a formidable global health challenge, and the severe side effects and high costs of conventional treatments like chemotherapy necessitate the exploration of safer, more accessible therapeutic alternatives. Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, offers a rich repository of herbo-
Bioactive Secondary Metabolites of Allium fistulosum L.: Nutraceutical and Pharmacological Implications
Background and Objectives: Allium fistulosum L. (spring onion), a member of the Amaryllidaceae family, is valued for its nutritional and therapeutic properties. This review aims to summarize its phytochemical composition, pharmacological activities, and potential applications in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and fun
Phyto-Physiochemical Evaluation and Preliminary Phytochemical Screening of Peganum harmala L. (Harmala): Establishing Standardization Parameters for Quality and Safety
Background: The scientific standardization of herbal medicines is necessary to ensure their quality, safety, and reproducibility in therapeutic use. Peganum harmala L., commonly referred to as Harmal or Syrian rue, is traditionally valued for its neurological, analgesic, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties,
The Efficacy of a Topical Antifungal Preparation from Hibiscus sabdariffa: A Formulation and In-vitro Analysis
Background: Fungal infections are a growing global health concern, necessitating the development of safer and more effective antifungal therapies. Hibiscus sabdariffa (roselle) is a medicinal plant traditionally used for its antimicrobial properties, attributed to bioactive constituents such as flavonoids, tannins, alk