Coriander Pharmacognosy Pharmacology

1. CORIANDRUM
SATIVUM L.
(UMBILLIFEREAE)

2. Coriander
o Botanical origin: Coriandrum Sativum L.
o Family: Apiaceae / Umbillifereae
o Common name: Dhania, Cilantro
o English name: Coriander
o Part used: Fresh leaves and seeds
o Chemical constituents
o Essential oils(1-2%)
• Linalool (major constituent)

3. • Geraniol
• α-pinenes
• α-cymene
• Camphor
• Ɣ-terpene
o Fatty oils(in fruit)
• Oleic acid
• Linoleic acid
• Palmitic acid
• Petrocelic acid
• Ascorbic acid
• Umbelliferone

5. Pharmacological Actions
 Aromacity
o Due to strong smell of aldehydes gives a great
taste and fresh aroma to the food.
 Anti-Arthritis
o Due to precense of large amount of Ca and P, it
prevents osteoporosis and bone damage.
 Stimulant for digestive secretions
o It is anti-oxidant and activates liver activity and
enhance the efficiency of GTI for food digesion.
 Anti-ulcer
o It is effective in treating mouth ulcers due to its
soothing and refreshing effect. It also prevents
colon ulcer by increasing liver activity for better
digestion.

6.  Anti-lipidemic action
o Best cholesterol controlling drug by lowering the
bad cholesterol and incresing the good cholesterol
& prevents its accumulation in arteries.
 Anti-spasmodic: It relieve spasms of GIT.
 Excellent expectorant
o It cause clearance of mucous from airways &
relieves chest congestion.
 Anti-bacterial and anti-septic
o Due to presence of certain acids, it is effective
against bacteria and helps wound heal soon.
 Anti-diabetic
o Its powder is effective in reducing sugar level by
increasing insulin level and glucose uptake.

7.  Diuretic
o It is a diuretic and help to excrete toxins and extra
water from cells, thus helps kidneys to pass out
more urine and purifies the system and also helps
in weight loss.
Daily Dose
 Powdered seeds: 1-3grams
 As infusion: A freshly prepared cup between meals
 As a fluid extract: 5-30 drops

8. Side Effects
 Effect on liver functioning
o Overdose may cause damage to liver by extra
ordinary essential oil components & may
emphasize excessive bile secretion.
 Skin sensitivity problem
o Acids present in it cause irritation and itching of skin
and make it sensitive to sunlight.
 Breathing problems and chest pain
o Prolonged use cause tightness of throat and dry
throat & also cause chest pain.
 Harmful in pregnancy and lactation
o It may affect the gland secretion leading to
abnormal activity of reproductive glands causing
damage to mother or the developing fetus.

9. Contraindications
 The pure essential oil is irritating . Orally in doses
higher than those specified may cause convulsion.
 It should not be used during pregnancy and
lactation.
 It has a weak potential for sensitization , although
its known cases of contact dermatitis.
Toxicity
 Linalool and umbelliferone may be toxic if taken in
higher concentrations & may cause contact
dermatitis.

10. References
 www.pharmacognosy.com/herbs-medicinal-
plants/coriander/
 www.webmd.com/vitamins-
supplements/ingredientmono-117-coriander.
 www.sciencedirect.com
 www.botanical.com
 Link.springer.com
 www.ncbi.nlm.nib.com
 www.drug.com
 www.medicinalplants-pharmacognosy.com
 www.doctorayur.com
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