Significance of Anthelmintic properties
Anthelmintic properties refer to the ability of various substances to expel or destroy parasitic worms from the body. Research indicates that extracts from plants like Neem, T. dioica, Sida acuta Burm.f., and Acorus calamus demonstrate effectiveness in treating and eliminating these infections. Traditional medicine recognizes plants like Carissa carandas and Hyacyomus niger for their anthelmintic effects. Additionally, certain quinoline compounds and extracts from Butea monosperma and Melia azedarach also contribute to the expulsion of parasitic worms.
Synonyms: Antihelminthic properties, Vermifuge
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The concept of Anthelmintic properties in scientific sources
Anthelmintic properties signify the capability of certain substances to eliminate or inhibit parasitic worms. Notably, T. dioica extracts, Acorus calamus rhizomes, and Carissa carandas have demonstrated effectiveness in combating helminth infestations.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) The action of T. dioica in treating parasitic worm infections, supported by research on its leaf extracts.[1] (2) Anthelmintic properties refer to the ability of a substance to expel or destroy parasitic worms, which is attributed to the seeds of Hyacyomus niger in traditional medicine.[2] (3) Medicinal qualities that help in eliminating parasitic worms from the body, related to the therapeutic effects of Melia azedarach.[3] (4) The ability of Neem, particularly its extracts, to help in the treatment and expulsion of parasitic worms.[4] (5) The ability of certain quinoline compounds to act against parasitic worms.[5]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) The ability of a substance to eliminate parasitic worms from the body.[6] (2) The ability of specific vegetables to eliminate or expel parasitic worms from the body.[7] (3) The ability of a drug or substance to eliminate or expel parasitic worms from the body.[8] (4) The ability to expel or destroy parasitic worms, attributed to Sida acuta Burm.f.[9] (5) The ability of a substance to expel or destroy parasitic worms.[10]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) The ability to expel or destroy parasitic worms, as exhibited by the extracts of T. dioica tested against specific worm species.[11]