Abstract
The extracts obtained from different parts of Calotropis plant have been utilized for various activities. In this review we have compiled different methods used for the extraction of phytoconstituents from various parts of Calotropis. We have compiled the antioxidant studies done on these extracts. This review gives an idea about selection of solvents for extraction of different phytochemicals from Calotropis plant along with the methodologies adopted for antioxidant study of these extracts. Numerous investigations have been carried out to investigate the active chemicals and potential biological activities of Calotropis gigantea. Isolated chemicals from various parts of the plant have been evaluated for their pharmacological effects such as analgesic anthelmintic anti-asthmatic anti-arthritis anti-bacterial anti-cancer anti-convulsive anti-diabetic anti-diarrhoeal anti-histaminic anti-inflammatory anti-pyretic anti-ulcer antihypertensive and antioxidant activity. The pharmacological effects and phytochemistry of Calotropis species are summarized in this review article. This potential herb could be investigated with additional research towards the development of effective medications for a range of therapies.
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