Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Antidiabetic Tablet

Abstract

About 60% of people use traditional medicines that are made from medicinal plants. This article focuses on Indian herbal medicines and plants that are utilized, particularly in India, to treat diabetes. Diabetes is a serious illness that affects many people worldwide from all areas of life. It is proven to be a serious health issue in India, particularly in the cities. Although there are many ways to lessen diabetes' negative effects and its secondary complications, herbal formulations are preferred because they have fewer side effects and are less expensive. A list of medicinal plants having established antidiabetic properties, as well as herbal medications used to treat diabetes, is compiled. These includes, Tinospora cordifolia, Azadirachta indica, Enicostemma axillare, Momordica Charantia, Phyllanthus emblica, Centratherum anthelminticum. Damage caused by free radicals is one of the etiologic factors linked to the onset of diabetes and its complications, so an anti-diabetic drug having antioxidant qualities would be more advantageous. Historically, substances and extracts obtained from various natural resources, particularly plants, have been a valuable tool for managing and treating diabetes-related issues and complications. Therefore, this review aids the reader in understanding the significance of various herbal and polyherbal formulations that have been used traditionally to treat diabetes mellitus.