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Momordica charantia - Bitter melon/gourd and Its Effects on Diabetes(The Mechanism of Action & Pharmacology)
The document discusses the medicinal properties of Momordica charantia, commonly known as bitter melon, and its various chemical constituents including charantin and polypeptide-p which exhibit hypoglycemic effects. It outlines the pharmacological actions of this plant across multiple body systems, detailing its uses in treating conditions like diabetes, respiratory issues, and various cancers. Additionally, it provides dosage information, potential adverse effects, and contraindications.
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- 5. Introduction Cucurbitaceae Momordica charantia Bitter melon;Bitter apple; Bitter gourd; Bitter squash; Balsam-pear کریال Family Name Botanical Name English Name Urdu Name
- 6. Some Interesting Facts 1 4 2 3 Origin-> KERELA 14th century1 Flowering during June & July and fruiting during September - November 2 Used in beer for flavoring3 Cooked for the Tết holiday in Vietnam4 Water melon, Colocynth and Cucumber also belongs to Cucurbitaceae
- 8. A Vegetable ora Fruit? You Should Know Who I am..
- 17. Momordica charantia Momordica charantia Caricapapaya Ricinus communis
- 19. Temprament Hot & Dry In 1st /2nd / 3rd Order
- 20. Content Here Parts Used Seeds,Leaves, Fruit, Juice
- 21. Chemical Components Charantin Mixed steroid Hypoglycemic Lectin Abioactive compound Insulin like activity P-Insulin A polypeptide Rapidly decrease blood glucose (can be demonstrated Subcutaneous) Momordicine II A Saponin Significant insulin releasing activity in MIN6 β- cells Momordica charantia contains bitter chemicals like, vicine, charantin, glycosides and karavilosides along with polypeptide-p plant insulin etc.
- 22. Pharmacological Actions with MedicinalUses Respiratory Sys. GI and Abdomen Renal Sys. Musculoskeletal Sys. Pneumonia Antidiabetic Kidney Stone Gout Anti bilious Rheumatism Anti H.Pilori Purgative Laxative Piles
- 23. Pharmacological Actions with MedicinalUses Urogenital Sys. Other Other Other Abortifacient Anthelmintic Eczema Prostatic cancer Contraceptive Antimalarial Leprosy Breast cancer Galactagogue Antibacterial Psoriasis Lymphoid leukemia Emmenagogue Antiviral Fever Dysmenorrhea Anti lymphoma Scabies Leucorrhea Anti melanoma Cataract
- 24. THE MECHANISM OFACTION Let’s See what can I do for your Blood Glucose … (By the Command of ALLAH SWW)
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- 27. Dosage Joshanda of leaves-1 to 2 tola Powder - 1 gm Juice - 10-20 ml Seeds - 1-2 gm
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- 31. Tenedium Cinnamon (Anti diabetic –PPAR stimulator) Aloe Vera (Laxative)
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- 33. Adverse Effects Causes Dysentery (In excessiveuse) • To individuals of hot temperament • Cause dryness
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