A review on efficacy of Cissus quadrangularis in pharmacological mechanisms
Open Access
- 4 December 2020
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Heighten Science Publications Corporation in International Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Biochemical Technology
- Vol. 3 (1), 049-053
- https://doi.org/10.29328/journal.ijcmbt.1001016
Abstract
Cissus quadrangularis a succulent vine belongs to Vitaceae family is widely distributed throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world and used frequently to various disorders. The plant has been reported to contain flavonoids, triterpenoids, phytosterols, glycosides and rich source of calcium. This study aims to bring a systematic review of C. quadrangularis in various pharmacological mechanisms. Evidence from the previous studies suggested the efficacy of C. quadrangularis with antimicrobial, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, anti-oxidant, bone turnover, cardiovascular and hepatoprotective activities. In conclusion, Cissus quadrangularis appears worthy of pharmacological investigations for new drug formulations.Keywords
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