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A REVIEW ON PHYTOPHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTY OF: SENNA OCCIDENTALIS (L.)

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  • 1. Research Scholar, B. Pharm, Pharmacy College Azamgarh.
  • 2. Associate Professor, Pharmacy College Azamgarh.

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Senna occidentalis L. (Fabaceae), commonly known as coffee senna, chakunda, wild senna, is a plant with a significant presence in traditional medicine, particularly in various parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The plant has long been utilized for its therapeutic properties, including its use as a purgative, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory agent. This review explores the ethnobotanical applications, phytochemical composition, and pharmacological potential of S. occidentalis, highlighting its therapeutic significance. Phytochemical analysis has revealed the presence of bioactive components such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and tannins, which contribute to its medicinal effects. The pharmacological activities of S. Occidentalis, including its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antidiabetic, and anticancer properties. Despite its promising therapeutic value, further research is necessary to better understand its mechanisms of action and to evaluate the safety and efficacy of its use in modern medicine. This review emphasizes the importance of preserving traditional knowledge while encouraging scientific investigation into the potential of Senna occidentalis as a source of novel therapeutic agents.

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