Abstract
Introduction : Tephrosia purpurea is a polymorphic, much branched, herbaceous perennial herb found throughout the Indian subcontinent, 5 and according to ayurvedic literature this plant also given the name of “Sarwa wranvishapaka” , belonging to the family fabaceae 6 . Flowering and fruiting of plant is mostly observed in months between July-December in Indian condition. Tephrosia purpurea has been established for its phytochemical screening and revealed to contain long chain saturated ketones, glycosides, rotenoids, tephrosin, pongaglabol, semiglabrin, chalcones, sterols, flavanols and flavones. 8,11 Traditionally plant is being used as tonic, laxative, and diuretic 1 . It is also useful in treating cough & tightness of the chest, biliary febrile attacks, obstructions of the liver, spleen and kidneys. This plant is specifically recommended as a blood purifier and anthalmintic for children 7 . Roots are given in dyspepsia and chronic diarrhoea. In ayurveda system of medicine, the whole plant has been used to cure tumours, ulcers, leprosy, allergic and inflammatory conditions such as rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis. Its aerial parts and roots are used in bronchial asthma, hepatic ailments, cutaneous toxicities, pain and inflammation 8 .
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