Pharmacognosy Research

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Current Issue

Pharmacognosy Research

Volume 19, Issue 1 • 2027

Featured Article

Comparative Structural and Biophysical Profiling of Dengue Virus NS5 Methyltransferase Identifies DENV-4 as a Prioritized Antiviral Target

Afaf Salim Alwabli, Ghadeer Fareed Bukhari
9/23/2026

Background: The NS5 Methyltransferase (MTase) domain is essential for the capping and replication of dengue virus RNA and for the virus's evasion of the host immune response, making it a promising antiviral target. Purpose: To assess the structural and biophysical characteristics of the NS5 MTase across the four Dengu

Developability prediction
Electrostatic potential
Epitope mapping
Fab interface
Hydrophobicity
Comparative Structural and Biophysical Profiling of Dengue Virus NS5 Methyltransferase Identifies DENV-4 as a Prioritized Antiviral Target
Original Article
Integrated Phytochemical and Chromatographic Analysis for Detection of Adulteration in Terminalia chebula Fruit Rind Powder

Integrated Phytochemical and Chromatographic Analysis for Detection of Adulteration in Terminalia chebula Fruit Rind Powder

Likitha Shankarappa, Mamatha A Rao, M Devendra Reddy, NS Prakash, Surendra Chennu
9/23/2026

Background: Terminalia chebula Retz. is a well-recognized medicinal plant widely used in the Ayurveda and Siddha systems of medicine, wherein the fruit rind is designated as the official therapeutic component. Admixture of the nut (kernel) portion with fruit rind powder has become a growing concern due to increased dem

Adulteration detection
Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) Analysis
HPLC-ELSD
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Review Article
A Review on Polyherbal Nanoparticles with Combined Effect of Metal Nanoparticle-Properties and Applications

A Review on Polyherbal Nanoparticles with Combined Effect of Metal Nanoparticle-Properties and Applications

Sivaranajani Balakrishnan, Karthikeyan Ramadoss, Geetha Govindarajulu
9/23/2026

The current review summarizes the processes, characteristics and uses of Nanoparticles (NPs) sourced from polyherbal formulations, such as fullerenes, metal NPs, ceramic NPs and polymeric NPs. In order to make different and useful nanoparticles from polyherbal combinations the medicinal values of several plants have to

Characterization
Drug Delivery
Metal Nps
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Original Article
GC-MS Analysis of Bioactive Phytocompounds in Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment Used in the Management of Wound Healing

GC-MS Analysis of Bioactive Phytocompounds in Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment Used in the Management of Wound Healing

Neha Suresh Palase, Santosh Y Mudakappagol
9/23/2026

Background: The scientific validation of traditional as well as proprietary Ayurvedic formulations is crucial for the purpose of healing of wound in chronic non healing wounds. Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment, a proprietary formulation made up of Water-soluble extracts of Nirgundi patra, Amalaki Bark and Bhri

Chronic non healing wounds
GC-MS
Polyherbal Formulation Extracted Ointment
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Original Article
A Study on the Pharmacognosy Materials of Ancient Traditional Medicine Prescriptions Used to Treat Bubonic Plague

A Study on the Pharmacognosy Materials of Ancient Traditional Medicine Prescriptions Used to Treat Bubonic Plague

Dagvadorj Tserendorj, Javkhlan Bold, Myagmardash Bazarragchaa, Darmaa Munkhdorj, Bayar Enkhbold, Bold Sharav
9/23/2026

Background: Ancient Mongolian doctors and scholar-monks identified diseases that were prevalent among Mongolians but were not described in Indian Ayurveda or Tibetan medicine. Based on the theory of wind, bile, and phlegm, they revised the classification of diseases to incorporate these conditions. A notable example is

Ancient Doctors
Bubonic Plague
Infectious Disease
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Original Article
Identification of Potential Plant-Based Bioactive Compounds as α-Synuclein Targets via Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Identification of Potential Plant-Based Bioactive Compounds as α-Synuclein Targets via Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Nivetha Rajendiran, Kannan Muthu, Gowdham Manivel, Ethirajan Sukumar, Senthilkumar Sivanesan
9/23/2026

Introduction: Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a distressing neurodegenerative ailment that involves the demise of neurons present in dopaminergic system and continuous progression of α-synuclein into amyloid fibrils. Combating α-synuclein aggregation represents an intriguing approach to develop disease-modifying therapy.

Anti-Parkinsonian Agent
α-synuclein
Methyl-vilangin
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Original Article
Shenmai Injection Attenuates Pressure Overload-Induced Cardiac Hypertrophy by Modulating HRAS

Shenmai Injection Attenuates Pressure Overload-Induced Cardiac Hypertrophy by Modulating HRAS

Xiaojuan Zhou, Xueying Xu, Xiaolu Hou, Mulan Wang, Tian Liang, Peiqiang Shen, Shujing Zhang, Han Wang, Yingchao Wang, Qinqin Zhao
9/23/2026

Background/Objectives: Pressure overload-induced cardiac hypertrophy is a critical pathological precursor in the development of heart failure. Shenmai Injection (SMI) is widely used to treat cardiovascular diseases. However, its anti-hypertrophic effects and underlying molecular mechanisms remain insufficiently elucida

Cardiac Hypertrophy
HRAS
Network Pharmacology
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Original Article
GC-MS Analysis and Quality Evaluation of Dashmoola Kashaya

GC-MS Analysis and Quality Evaluation of Dashmoola Kashaya

Shreya Balasaheb Nikam, Rajashekhar Sanapeti, Anil Koralli, Shubham Deepak Anuse, Sushmita Sanjay Gengane
9/23/2026

Background: Dashmoola Kashaya is ayurvedic polyherbal formulation prepared from roots of ten medicinal plants which are traditionally used in the management of disorders like inflammatory conditions, neuromuscular disorders, respiratory diseases and musculoskeletal pain. To validate the quality and pharmacological rele

Anti-inflammatory
Anti-oxidant
Ayurveda
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Original Article
Development and Quality Assessment of Poshakriti: A Gluten-Free, Multipurpose, Multigrain, Nutritional Flour

Development and Quality Assessment of Poshakriti: A Gluten-Free, Multipurpose, Multigrain, Nutritional Flour

Mrudul Chitrakar
9/23/2026

Background: Growing awareness of the health-nutrition interface and demand for convenient yet wholesome foods is rising. Traditional Indian diets, influenced by Ayurvedic principles, emphasize balanced combinations of cereals, pulses, and spices. Objectives: Building on this knowledge, a novel gluten-free, millet-rich

Finger Millet
Functional Food
Low Glycemic Index
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Original Article
Anticancer Effects of Schinus molle-Synthesized Iron Nanoparticles in Human Hela Cervical Cancer Cells

Anticancer Effects of Schinus molle-Synthesized Iron Nanoparticles in Human Hela Cervical Cancer Cells

Pavithra Ramamoorthy, K M Ruban Chakravarthy, S Logeshwaran, S Vimal, T S Mohamed Saleem
9/23/2026

Objectives: Green development of iron nanoparticles by plant derived extracts has collected important scientific attention due to their eco-friendly fabrication, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced biological activities. Materials and Methods: The current research was assumed to evaluate the anticancer efficacy of Iron N

Anticancer Activity
Green Synthesised Iron Nanoparticle
Hela Cells
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Original Article
Comparative In vitro Evaluation of Chemical and Herbal Antimicrobial Agents for Surface Decontamination: A Pharmaceutical Perspective

Comparative In vitro Evaluation of Chemical and Herbal Antimicrobial Agents for Surface Decontamination: A Pharmaceutical Perspective

Preethi Vem, Sathwika Rao Nadipelli, Daneswari Velagala, Vaishnavi Julakanti, Shivani Thoom, Deekshita Kavali Venugopal, Naseemoon Shaik
9/23/2026

Background: Maintenance of asepsis is essential for successful endodontic therapy. Gutta-percha cones are susceptible to microbial contamination during handling and storage, and their thermoplastic nature precludes heat sterilization, making rapid chemical disinfection necessary. Purpose: This study evaluated the comp

Aloe vera
Chlorhexidine
Disinfection
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Original Article
Comparative Pharmaceutical and Analytical Evaluation of Shoolaharana Yoga: Bhavita Formulation Versus Hydroalcoholic Extract

Comparative Pharmaceutical and Analytical Evaluation of Shoolaharana Yoga: Bhavita Formulation Versus Hydroalcoholic Extract

Priya Darshani Koul, Yadevendra Yadav, Shuchi Mitra, Khemchand Sharma
9/23/2026

Background: Shoolaharana Yoga, described in Rasendra Sara Saṃgraha, is a classical Herbo-mineral formulation indicated for various types of pain. Ayurvedic pharmaceutical processes such as Shodhana (Purification) and Bhavana (Trituration) are traditionally employed to enhance safety, bioavailability, and therapeutic po

Analytical study
Bhavana
Hydroalcoholic extract
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Original Article
Comparative Analysis of Multi-Solvent Tinospora cordifolia Fresh and Dry Leaf Extract Using Advanced Analytical Approaches

Comparative Analysis of Multi-Solvent Tinospora cordifolia Fresh and Dry Leaf Extract Using Advanced Analytical Approaches

KJ Sharmila, Nishalini Palani, Aarthy Sundaram, Santhiya Jayakumar
9/23/2026

Background: Tinospora cordifolia is used worldwide for its medicinal properties, but its bioactive phytoconstituents have been less explored. Objectives: The fresh and dry leaf extracts of Tinospora cordifolia, a traditional medicinal plant, were comparatively analysed for their phytochemical content and therapeutic p

Antimicrobial
Antioxidant
FTIR
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