Review · Volume 17, Issue 4 · pp. 1171–1182
Phytochemical and Pharmacological Properties of Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy)
Richa Kothari1, Manoj Kumar Bajhaiya2, Shefali Soni3, Abhishek Kumar4, Samreen Ali5, Ankit Rajput2, Prashant kumar2, Sagar Shrotriya6, Kanchan Thakur6
- 1Department of Chemistry, School of Science, ITM University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA.
- 2Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, ITM University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA.
- 3Department of Pharmaceutics, Sanjeev Agrawal Global Educational, University Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA.
- 4Department of Pharmaceutics, Intellicom College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA.
- 5Department of Pharmaceutics, Mittal Institute of Pharmacy, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA.
- 6School of Pharmacy and Research Center, Sanskriti University, Chhata, Mathura, INDIA.
Abstract
Tinospora cordifolia (commonly known as Giloy or Guduchi) is a revered herb in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, widely recognized for its rejuvenating properties. The plant’s therapeutic effects stem from a rich profile of phytochemicals-alkaloids, terpenoids, lactones, and polysaccharides-responsible for diverse pharmacological activities such as immunomodulation, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, and hepatoprotective effects. This paper explores the phytochemical constituents, pharmacological potentials, and clinical relevance of T. cordifolia, with a focus on its mechanisms of action and its growing role in integrative medicine, particularly post-COVID-19. The review also highlights the necessity of more rigorous scientific studies and standardization to bridge traditional uses and modern therapeutic applications.
Keywords: Tinospora cordifolia; Giloy; Immunomodulatory; Anti-inflammatory; COVID-19 Adjunct Therapy
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