Abstract

REVIEW OF SNUHI (EUPHORBIA NERIIFOLIA) FOR ITS PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

*Mudgal Rani A, Ghotankar Aparana M, Kharat Ravindra S, Chincholikar Mukesh
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Abstract

Euphorbia neriifolia (Linn) is an important medicinal plant. The medicinal uses of Snuhi are of utmost importance. In the Ayurvedic literature, it is one of the most commonly used herbs. A review of research work done regarding ancient and Ayurvedic properties of Snuhi i.e. Euphorbia neriifolia is mentioned here .The study shows that Snuhi possesses various pharmacological properties. According to Ayurveda, Tikshna Virechaka, Sanghathar, Kushthagna, Vranahar, Vishaghna, Shavathuhar, Shulaghna, Bhagandarhar, Shofhar, Bhrantihar, Kaphahar. Due to its Tikshna Virechaka property it is mainly use in Kushtha, Udar, Shoth, Pandu, Gulma, Dushivisha chikitsa. According to modern science it possesses Immunomodulatory activity, Wound healing activity, Anti Bacterial, Hepatoprotective activity, Analgesic and Anti-Inflammatory activity, Anti oxidant activity, Diuretic activity, Anti Diabetic activity, Anti Hyperlipidemic activity, Anti Psychotic activity, Anti Carcinogenic activity.

Keywords: Snuhi, Euphorbia neriifolia, Pharmacological actions.