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M Khatak¹, S Khatak, A A Siddqui

¹Ram Gopal College of Pharmacy, Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

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Salvadora persica, also known as kharijal, is a versatile plant with numerous medicinal properties. This review explores its pharmacological effects and chemical constituents, highlighting its potential in various therapeutic applications.

Keywords:

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Area of Science:

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Phytochemistry

Background:

Salvadora persica (kharijal) is an evergreen shrub or tree native to arid regions of India.
Chewing sticks from Salvadora persica have a long history of use for oral hygiene and are WHO-recommended.
The plant exhibits a wide range of reported medicinal and research activities.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the pharmacological effects of Salvadora persica.
To highlight the therapeutic applications of Salvadora persica.
To discuss the chemical constituents of Salvadora persica.

Main Methods:

Literature review of scientific studies on Salvadora persica.
Analysis of reported pharmacological activities.
Compilation of chemical constituent data.

Main Results:

Salvadora persica demonstrates potential antiplaque, analgesic, anticonvulsant, antibacterial, antimycotic, cytotoxic, and antifertility activities.
The plant is traditionally used for biliousness, rheumatism, and as a diuretic and carminative.
Various chemical constituents contributing to its medicinal properties have been identified.

Conclusions:

Salvadora persica possesses significant pharmacological and therapeutic potential.
Further research into its chemical constituents and mechanisms of action is warranted.
Salvadora persica is a promising source for developing new medicinal products.