CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS: BRIDGING TRADITIONAL WISDOM WITH MODERN PHARMACOLOGY

  • PG Scholar, Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, Shri Dhanwantry Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Chandigarh, India.
  • Professor and HOD, Department of Dravyaguna Vigyana, Shri Dhanwantry Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Chandigarh, India.
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Cissus quadrangularis, a perennial climber belonging to the Vitaceae family and commonly known as Hadjod in India, has been extensively studied for its pharmacological properties. This article provides a comprehensive review of the botanical characteristics, traditional uses, and phytochemical composition of Cissus quadrangularis, highlighting its importance in both traditional Ayurvedic medicine and modern pharmacology. The study outlines various pharmacological activities including analgesic, bone fracture healing, anti-osteoporotic, antiulcer, and antioxidant effects, supported by experimental evidence. Additionally, a sub-chronic toxicity study conducted on Wistar rats demonstrates the safety profile of Cissus quadrangularis even at high doses. The article concludes by underscoring the promising therapeutic potential of Cissus quadrangularis as evidenced by scientific research, offering insights into its utilization in the management of diverse health conditions.                                                                                                 


[Sonal Singh Kushwaha and Suman Panwar (2025); CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS: BRIDGING TRADITIONAL WISDOM WITH MODERN PHARMACOLOGY Int. J. of Adv. Res. (Apr). 1438-1445] (ISSN 2320-5407). www.journalijar.com

DR. SONAL SINGH KUSHWAHA

India

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Article DOI: 10.21474/IJAR01/20858      
DOI URL: https://dx.doi.org/10.21474/IJAR01/20858

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