PHARMACOGNOSTIC AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ASPECT OF BACOPA MONNIERI - A REVIEW

    June 2016 in “ Innovare Academic Sciences - Innovare Journal of Ayurvedic Sciences ”
    Pushpendra Kumar Jain, Debajyoti Das, Puneet Jain, Poojitha Jain, Jain, Pushpendra Kumar
    TLDR Bacopa monnieri is a herb used in traditional Indian medicine to enhance memory and treat various conditions.
    The review discussed the pharmacognostic and pharmacological aspects of Bacopa monnieri, a herb traditionally used in Indian medicine for its memory-enhancing properties. It was noted for its use as a neurotonic, cardio-tonic, tranquilizer, and sedative, and was believed to improve learning, memory, speech, and imagination. Bacopa monnieri was also used for stress relief and in the treatment of conditions like insanity, epilepsy, and hysteria. The plant contained key phyto-constituents such as brahmine, herpestine, alkaloids, and saponins. The review highlighted its historical significance and diverse medicinal applications, particularly in Ayurveda.
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