An Overview on Anti-ulcer Activity of Some Indian Medicinal Plants

Abstract

Ulcer is a common gastrointestinal disorder now-a-days most of the people affected. Ulcer basically an inflamed break in the skin or the mucous membrane lining the alimentary tract. Ulceration occurs when there a disturbance of the normal equilibrium caused by either enhanced aggression or diminished mucosal resistance. It may be regular uses of the drug, irregular food habits, stress, and so forth. The herbal and natural are practiced world-wide for the treatment of antiulcer since ancient times. The various herbal plants are claimed to posses antiulcer activity. The combination of traditional and modern knowledge can produce better antiulcer drug with fewer side effects. In the review attempts have been made to know about some medicinal plants which may be used in Ayurvedic as well as modern science for the treatment and prevention of ulcer