View Article

Abstract

The study's objective was to evaluate the rhizomes of Bergenia ligulata's antispasmodic properties. This species' roots, leaves, and petals have also been employed for numerous medical conditions. The gastrointestinal tract is in responsible of consuming and digesting food, as well as absorbing nutrients and getting rid of any leftover waste. Numerous illnesses that affect the GI system might negatively affect digestion and overall health. Diarrhoea, IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), constipation, peptic ulcer, and other digestive issues are common. GIT disorders are any disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract. This group includes any symptoms that manifest in the middle or lower gastrointestinal system. The goal of this study was to examine the antispasmodic activity of rhizomes of Bergenia ligulata on the voluntary motility and contractility of the smooth muscle of chicken ileum invitro The study uses chicken ileum to assess the antispasmodic effects of Bergenia ligulata rhizomes on intestinal contraction. Traditional treatments for GIT diseases include the use of botanicals like Zingiber officinale, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Artemisia vulgaris, etc. As a result of this investigation, it was determined that Bergenia ligulata rhizome methanolic extract has antispasmodic properties in intestinal tissue, suggesting its potential use as an antidiarrheal medication.

Keywords

Bergenia ligulata, Antispasmodic, antidiarrhoeal, Bergenia rhizome, GIT disorders

Reference

  1. Corazziari E: Definition and epidemiology of functional gastrointestinal disorders. Best Pract Res Clin Gastroenterol 2004; 18:613– 631 
  2. Waugh A, Grant A. Ross & Wilson Anatomy and physiology in health and illness E-book. Elsevier Health Sciences; 2014 Jun 25.
  3. Roy choudhury S, Das D, Das S, Jha NK, Pal M, Kolesarova A, Kesari KK, Kalita JC, Slama P. Clinical Potential of Himalayan Herb Bergenia ligulata: An Evidence-Based Study. Molecules. 2022 Oct 18;27(20):7039.
  4. Yassin NA, El-Rokh ES, El-Shenawy SM, Ibrahim BM. The study of the antispasmodic effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale) in vitro. Der Pharmacia Lettre. 2012;4(1):263-274
  5. Nagai H, Yamamoto Y, Sato Y, Akao T, Tani T. Pharmaceutical evaluation of cultivated Glycyrrhiza uralensis roots in comparison of their antispasmodic activity and glycycoumarin contents with those of licorice. Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin. 2006;29(12):2442-2445
  6. Khan AU, Gilani AH. Antispasmodic and bronchodilator activities of Artemisia vulgaris are mediated through dual blockade of muscarinic receptors and calcium influx. Journal of ethnopharmacology. 2009 Dec 10;126(3):480-486
  7. Gurav SS, Gurav NS. A Comprehensive review: Bergenia ligulata Wall-A controversial clinical candidate. Int. J. Pharm. Sci. Rev. Res. 2014 May 1;5:1630-42.
  8. Bashir S, Gilani AH. Antiurolithic effect of Bergenia ligulata rhizome: an explanation of the underlying mechanisms. Journal of ethnopharmacology. 2009 Feb 25;122(1):106-116.
  9. Finar IL. Organic Chemistry. 4th ed. London: ELBS; 1993. p. 518
  10. Mukherjee PK. Quality Control of Herbal Drugs- An Approach to Evaluation of Botanicals. 1st ed. New Delhi: Business Horizons; 2002
  11. Ehlert FJ. Contractile role of M2 and M3 muscarinic receptors in gastrointestinal, airway and urinary bladder smooth muscle. Life sciences. 2003;74(2-3):355-66.
  12. Kudlak M, Tadi P. Physiology, Muscarinic Receptor. In Stat Pearls [Internet] 2021 Aug 12. StatPearls Publishing
  13. Palombo EA. Phytochemicals from traditional medicinal plants used in the treatment of diarrhoea: modes of action and effects on intestinal function. Phytotherapy Research: An International Journal Devoted to Pharmacological and Toxicological Evaluation of Natural Product Derivatives. 2006 Sep;20(9):717-24.

Photo
Ananya Bhattacharjee
Corresponding author

Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Majhitar, Sikkim-737136.

Photo
Abhijit Mishra
Co-author

Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Majhitar, Sikkim-737136.

Photo
Ankita Adhikari
Co-author

Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Majhitar, Sikkim-737136.

Photo
Benazeer Ali
Co-author

Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Majhitar, Sikkim-737136.

Photo
Pratham Gurung
Co-author

Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Majhitar, Sikkim-737136.

Abhijit Mishra, Ankita Adhikari, Benazeer Ali, Pratham Gurung, Rupam Kalita, Ananya Bhattacharjee, In-Vitro Evaluation of Antispasmodic Activity Of Rhizomes Of Bergenia Ligulata, Int. J. in Pharm. Sci., 2023, Vol 1, Issue 7, 182-189. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8121954

More related articles
Dandelion, Honey and Propolis: Development of an A...
Leslie William James Baillie, E.K. Ahortor ...
Exploring the Miracle Tree: Nutritional and Pharma...
Snehal Vasagade, Sanika Vhasukle, Harshad Narale, Shraddha Patil...
Plasmodium Adaptation and the Emerging Pharmacology of Precision Malaria Elimina...
Biswa Bhusan Sarangi, Seyam Sundar, Mohammed Mundhir, Omm Bhusan Sarangi...
Chemometric-Assisted Optimization of HPLC and HPTLC Methods In Pharmaceutical Qu...
Hemani Chauhan, Dr. Krunal Detholia, Dr. Pinak Patel, Shivani jani...
Related Articles
Antibiotic Resistance and Antibiotic-Loaded Hydrogel Formulations: A Review...
Athira B. Nair, Boby Johns G., Daisy P. A., Athira Balachandran , Noby Thomas ...
Profile of Extra-Articular Manifestations in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis ...
Dr. Parveez Ahmad Khan, Dr. Muzaffar Bindroo, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Dangroo...
Development and Validation of a Simultaneous RP-HPLC Method for Dapagliflozin an...
Adithya H M, Pasupati Nath Tiwari, K. Manogna, Dr. Manju S V, T. Sreenivasa Rao, Dr. C. Sreedhar, Dr...
More related articles
Exploring the Miracle Tree: Nutritional and Pharmacological Perspectives of Mori...
Snehal Vasagade, Sanika Vhasukle, Harshad Narale, Shraddha Patil, Disha Chougule, Prajakta Devkate...
Exploring the Miracle Tree: Nutritional and Pharmacological Perspectives of Mori...
Snehal Vasagade, Sanika Vhasukle, Harshad Narale, Shraddha Patil, Disha Chougule, Prajakta Devkate...