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Medicinal plants: bioactive compounds, biological activities ... frontiersin.org 18 facts
claimThe methanol extract of Lantana leaves yields secondary compounds that mitigate inflammation, combat malaria, alleviate spasms, suppress tumor proliferation, avert ulcer development, and target Enterobacter species and Pseudomonas aeruginosa through electrostatic interactions.
claimThe ethanol extract from the whole plant of Swertia chirayita (Chirata) is used to treat inflammation, hepatitis, digestive disorders, chronic fever, malaria, skin disease, and bronchial infections, and it is effective against Staphylococcus aureus.
claimChirayita extract is utilized for inflammation, hepatitis, digestive disorders, chronic fever, malaria, dermatological conditions, and bronchial infections.
referenceThe World Health Organization published the third edition of the Guidelines for the treatment of malaria.
claimThe extract from aerial portions of the plant discussed in reference 212 addresses pruritus, viral inflammatory dermatoses, malaria, and typhoid, specifically targeting Enterococcus faecium and Pseudomonas aeruginosa through electrostatic interactions.
claimThe World Health Organization advocates for artemisinin-based combination therapy as the primary treatment for malaria, which is extensively utilized worldwide.
referenceMakam and Matsa published a review titled 'Big Three” infectious diseases: Tuberculosis, Malaria and HIV/AIDS' in Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry in 2021.
claimThe World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a combination medication based on artemisinin as the treatment for malaria, which is extensively utilized worldwide.
measurementContagious diseases, including acute respiratory infections, diarrhea, measles, malaria, and HIV/AIDS, contribute to 30% of the total yearly death rate for children under the age of five.
claimEthanol extract from the aerial parts of Bichoo bel is used to treat pruritus, viral inflammatory skin conditions, malaria, and typhoid, showing activity against Enterococcus faecium and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
claimThe discovery of artemisinin has led to the rescue of millions of individuals suffering from malaria.
claimCurrent medical concerns include infectious diseases such as avian influenza, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), as well as the emergence of resistant microorganisms causing previously eradicated diseases like tuberculosis and malaria.
claimThe ethnopharmacological approach involves selecting plant species based on the preferences of specific demographic groups for treating infectious diseases like diarrhea and malaria, which has proven effective for identifying bioactive compounds for anti-infective pharmaceuticals.
claimEnvironmental degradation, pollution, and variable climatic conditions influence the incidence and transmission of insect-vectored diseases, such as malaria.
claimResearchers evaluated nearly 2000 traditional Chinese herbal formulas derived from ancient texts, finding that the ether extract of Artemisia annua effectively inhibits the growth of Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that causes malaria.
claimMethanol extract from neem tree bark is used to cure skin ailments, malaria, fevers, dental and gastrointestinal problems, and serves as an insect repellent, with activity against Enterobacter species.
measurementMillions of cases of drug-resistant infectious diseases, including tuberculosis and malaria, occur annually due to their recurrent nature.
claimMethanol extract from Lantana leaves is used to reduce inflammation, treat malaria, relieve spasms, inhibit tumor growth, and prevent ulcer formation, with activity against Enterobacter species and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Vernonia amygdalina: a comprehensive review of the ... frontiersin.org 5 facts
procedureVernonia amygdalina leaves and roots are used to treat worms, malaria, fever, and indigestion by preparing a decoction and drinking it.
claimVernonia amygdalina leaves are combined with butter and coffee seeds, leaves of Ruta chalepensis, leaves of Eucalyptus globulus, or local 'katukala' and salt to treat diarrhea, malaria, urinary issues, anthrax, and internal parasites.
procedureFor the treatment of stomachache and malaria, the leaves of Vernonia amygdalina are blended with Rumex nervosus and Justicia schimperiana leaves, squeezed with water, and the resulting juice is consumed orally, according to Wendimu et al. (2021).
procedureFor the treatment of malaria, the leaves of Vernonia amygdalina are combined with crushed Ruta chalepensis leaves, prepared as a beverage with cold water, and consumed as one cup daily for three to five days, according to Amde (2017) and Melkamu (2021).
procedureTo treat intestinal parasites, abdominal pain, malaria, gastritis, and retained placenta, Vernonia amygdalina leaves and stems are prepared as an infusion and taken orally, as reported by Teka et al. (2020).
Ethnobotanical study of food plants used in traditional medicine in ... link.springer.com Nov 26, 2025 3 facts
measurementAnaemia is the most frequently addressed condition treated with food plants in the Quitexe municipality (11.97% of citations), followed by cough and fatigue (7.04% each), diarrhoea (7.04%), diabetes and constipation (5.63% each), fever (4.23%), haemorrhoids (3.52%), yellow fever and bronchitis (2.82% each), and malaria, nausea during early pregnancy, flu, erectile dysfunction, and dysentery (2.11% each).
referenceOlorunnisola OS, Adetutu A, Balogun EA, and Afolayan AJ published 'Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used in the treatment of malaria in Ogbomoso, Southwest Nigeria' in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology in 2013.
claimTraditional medicinal plants are used to treat tropical diseases such as malaria, fevers, and parasitic infections, serving as primary healthcare resources in areas with limited access to conventional medical services.
Medicinal plants and human health: a comprehensive review of ... link.springer.com Nov 5, 2025 2 facts
claimAfrican traditional medicine has developed specialized treatment protocols for common ailments such as malaria, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory infections, and skin conditions, often achieving therapeutic outcomes that rival or complement modern medical interventions.
claimMorphine and codeine are used for analgesia, reserpine for hypertension management, digoxin for cardiac disorders, vinblastine and taxol for oncological interventions, and quinine and artemisinin for malaria treatment (Bagla 2012).
Advances in Pharmacognosy for Modern Drug Discovery and ... jbph.org 1 fact
claimDelves M, Lafuente-Monasterio MJ, Upton L, et al. identified hundreds of molecules targeting early parasite mosquito stages to support open innovation for malaria transmission-blocking drugs, as published in Frontiers in Microbiology (2019).
Treatment of Infectious Diseases with Bioactive Compounds from ... frontiersin.org 1 fact
claimMedicinal plants have contributed to the elimination of diseases such as malaria and roundworm parasite infections.
Investigation of nutritional and phytochemical properties of wild ... nature.com Dec 9, 2025 1 fact
claimFolklore medicines have historically been used to treat ailments including malaria, epilepsy, diarrhea, dysentery, and fungal and bacterial infections.
Pharmacological Uses of New Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal ... academia.edu 1 fact
referenceMartino, E. et al. (2019) published the study 'Artemisinin and Its Derivatives; Ancient Tradition Inspiring the Latest Therapeutic Approaches Against Malaria' in Future Medicinal Chemistry, 11(12), 1443.