Abstract

AbstractGastric ulcer is a deep hole in the stomach wall that penetrates the entire mucosa. About 10 % of the world population suffers from gastrointestinal tract disorders frequently known as gastric ulcers. Synthetic drugs are used to prevent gastric ulcers by suppressing the formation of gastric acid or stopping bacterial infections, however, these synthetic drugs have a number of harmful effects. Therefore, drug candidates with improved potency and minimal toxicity are crucial for the treatment and management of gastric ulcers. Recently, there has been a lot of interest in the medicinal potential of plants and their ability to treat gastric ulcers. There is an urgent need for herbal remedies to treat ulcers, and Aegle marmelos presents a better option due to scientifically proven antibacterial and antiulcer properties. In this context, A. marmelos highlights various benefits including anti‐inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is well known that every component of A. marmelos has therapeutic and medical use. The two main causes of stomach ulcers are Helicobacter pylori and NSAIDs. A. marmelos shows strong antioxidant and antiulcer effects and guard against H. pylori‐caused ulcers on the stomach mucosa by inhibiting secretory factors and activating antioxidant processes.

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