Wathania Coagulans Derivatives As Potent Inhibitors Against HMG COA Redutase

Authors

  • Fearoz Khan
  • Shameem
  • A. Qureshi
  • Bilal Azmi
  • S.M Naeem
  • Muhammad Shoib

Abstract

The medicinal property of whole plant of Withania coagulans, which belongs to Solanaceae family in Ayurvedic medicines has been widely studied and emphasized. Whole plant and its fractions as well as extracts have been used as therapeutic agents for various illnesses, including cardiovascular diseases, hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia. It has also been used as   hepatoprotective, free radical scavenger, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial as well as central nervous system depressant. Its cytotoxic, immunomodulating and antitumor properties have also been studied. This review article is aimed to highlight the pharmacological activities of W. Coagulans.

Keywords: Solanaceae, Withaniacoagulans, Withanolides.

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2022-08-30

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Fearoz Khan, Shameem, A. Qureshi, Bilal Azmi, S.M Naeem, & Muhammad Shoib. (2022). Wathania Coagulans Derivatives As Potent Inhibitors Against HMG COA Redutase . BMC Journal of Medical Sciences, 3(1), 1–6. Retrieved from https://bmcjms.org/index.php/bmcj/article/view/46

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 1 (2022): January - June

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Review Article

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