A Literary Review on Sapindus Trifoliatus (Gaspenela) and Its Medicinal Values

Ediriweera, E.R.H.S.S.; Premakeerthi, W.M.S.A.; Perera, A.M.H.Y

doi:10.47070/ijapr.v9i2.1813

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“…All five products contained plant DNA from undeclared species, namely, Senna auriculata , threeleaf soapberry ( Sapindus trifoliatus ), horseradish ( Armoracia rusticana ), baobab ( Adansonia digitata ), rice ( Oryza sativa ), and pepper ( Capsicum spp.). S. auriculata , threeleaf soapberry, baobab, and some species of Capsicum are used in Ayurveda and may have contaminated the ginger supplements during harvest or manufacturing 55–57 …”

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“…auriculata, threeleaf soapberry, baobab, and some species of Capsicum are used in Ayurveda and may have contaminated the ginger supplements during harvest or manufacturing. [55][56][57] Ginger products are highly vulnerable to fraud, with ground ginger and finely processed ginger being particularly at risk. 58 Rice has previously been used as a filler in dietary supplements, 11,59 and may have been intentionally added to the ginger tested in this study.…”

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DNA barcoding of herbal supplements on the US commercial market associated with the purported treatment of COVID‐19

Harris,

Kim,

Jordan

et al. 2024

Phytochemical Analysis

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IntroductionThe COVID‐19 pandemic was associated with an increased global use of traditional medicines, including Ayurvedic herbal preparations. Due to their growing demand, their processed nature, and the complexity of the global supply chain, there is an increased risk of adulteration in these products.ObjectivesThe objective of this study was to assess the use of DNA barcoding for species identification in herbal supplements on the US market associated with the Ayurvedic treatment of respiratory symptoms.MethodsA total of 54 commercial products containing Ayurvedic herbs were tested with four DNA barcoding regions (i.e., rbcL, matK, ITS2, and mini‐ITS2) using two composite samples per product. Nine categories of herbs were targeted: amla, ashwagandha, cinnamon, ginger, guduchi, tribulus, tulsi, turmeric, and vacha.ResultsAt least one species was identified in 64.8% of products and the expected species was detected in 38.9% of products. Undeclared plant species, including other Ayurvedic herbs, rice, and pepper, were detected in 19 products, and fungal species were identified in 12 products. The presence of undeclared plant species may be a result of intentional substitution or contamination during harvest or processing, while fungal DNA was likely associated with the plant material or the growing environment. The greatest sequencing success (42.6–46.3%) was obtained with the matK and rbcL primers.ConclusionThe results of this study indicate that a combination of genetic loci should be used for DNA barcoding of herbal supplements. Due to the limitations of DNA barcoding in identification of these products, future research should incorporate chemical characterization techniques.

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DNA barcoding of herbal supplements on the US commercial market associated with the purported treatment of COVID‐19

Harris,

Kim,

Jordan

et al. 2024

Phytochemical Analysis

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Cradle to grave: The multifaceted soapnut-an update on the applications of Sapindus spp

Waran

Chandran

2021

Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy

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A Contemporary Exploration of Traditional Indian Snake Envenomation Therapies

Adwait¹,

Sastry²,

Bhise³

2022

TropicalMed

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Snakebite being a quick progressing serious situation needs immediate and aggressive therapy. Snake venom antiserum is the only approved and effective treatment available, but for selected snake species only. The requirement of trained staff for administration and serum reactions make the therapy complicated. In tropical countries where snakebite incidence is high and healthcare facilities are limited, mortality and morbidities associated with snake envenomation are proportionately high. Traditional compilations of medical practitioners’ personal journals have wealth of plant-based snake venom antidotes. Relatively, very few plants or their extractives have been scientifically investigated for neutralization of snake venom or its components. None of these investigations presents enough evidence to initiate clinical testing of the agents. This review focuses on curating Indian traditional snake envenomation therapies, identifying plants involved and finding relevant evidence across modern literature to neutralize snake venom components. Traditional formulations, their method of preparation and dosing have been discussed along with the investigational approach in modern research and their possible outcomes. A safe and easily administrable small molecule of plant origin that would protect or limit the spread of venom and provide valuable time for the victim to reach the healthcare centre would be a great lifesaver.

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A Literary Review on Sapindus Trifoliatus (Gaspenela) and Its Medicinal Values

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DNA barcoding of herbal supplements on the US commercial market associated with the purported treatment of COVID‐19

DNA barcoding of herbal supplements on the US commercial market associated with the purported treatment of COVID‐19

Cradle to grave: The multifaceted soapnut-an update on the applications of Sapindus spp

A Contemporary Exploration of Traditional Indian Snake Envenomation Therapies

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