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EFFECTIVE TRADITIONAL MEDICATION FOR SNAKEBITE AND SKIN DISEASES ACHYRANTHES ASPERA

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Dr Prerana Pramod Bhatkar, Dr Chandrakant A More
» doi: 10.31838/ecb/2023.12.s3.028

Abstract

Achyranthes aspera a herb, is used medicinally. Since the Vedic era until the present, various diseases have been treated with this herb. Numerous experimental trials today demonstrate the value of several medicines in treating a variety of disorders. According to the literature, Achyranthes aspera is a very significant plant because of its numerous medical benefits. As a result, Achyranthes aspera has been shown to be a versatile pharmaceutical compound. In Marathi Achyranthes aspera known as Aaghada, in Sanskut Apamarg and in Hindi it is known as Chilchita or Latjira. AAGHADA is also known as Ganesh patri. Due to their diverse therapeutic applications in healthcare, there are 21 ganesh patri that are incorporated in (pooja) worship of god throughout various festivals. Any form of cough, a typical cold, and viral infections can benefit greatly from aaghada. It is also used to those with urinary issues. The leaves of Achyranthes aspera work well as antivenom for all snakebites. It is also particularly helpful for bites from dogs, rats, or scorpions. Crushed fresh leaves are commonly used to the biting region. To treat the bitten area, freshly crushed leaves are frequently employed. Until the poison is released by vomiting, crushed leaves are given to snake bite sufferers. To get rid of any poison in the blood, vomiting will be done. On the occasion of the Nagpanchami celebration in Maharashtra's savan (Marathi month), an Achyranthes aspera’s garland is placed on the idol of Nagdevta. So that everyone is familiar with snake identification and snakebite treatment from an early age. Nature has provided the solution to the problem. In rainy season water is induced in anthills, whole of snakes and they comes out as well as wild grass is grown everywhere hidden snake are not spotted so increasing the risk of snake bites while working in the fields. Therefore, Achyranthes aspera is a fairly efficient snake bite remedy employed in rural areas of our nation. After being applied to the bite and taken internally, Achyranthes aspera can provide relief in 3 to 5 minutes. Achyranthes aspera contains Nonreducing suger, Proteins, Alkaloids, Cardiac Glycosides, Flavonoids, and Tannins by phytochemical analysis of acetone, ethanol and water extract

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