A REVIEW ON MEDICINAL USES OF OCIMUM TENUIFLORUM LINN (TULSI)

Prakash Khurana

Aligarh College of Pharmacy, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India

ABSTRACT

Ocimum tenuiflorum Linn (Tulsi) is an aromatic perennial plant with numerous branches, subshrub, and 30-60 cm tall hairy stems, which is found in all regions of India because tulsi is a worshiping plant in Hindus. Tulsi has been used from medieval times in Ayurveda and Siddha practices for its capability of treating various diseases which are confirmed by the scientist through different pharmacological screenings. Staggering endeavors have been made with the aid of experts to concentrate the concoction and natural capability of the plant. The detailed pharmacological effects of Ocimum tenuiflorum Linn are as an antibiotic, antiseptic, analgesic, CNS depressant, anthelmintic, antipyretic, combats respiratory ailments, lowers blood pressure and reduces stress, treats gastrointestinal disorders, regulates blood sugar, increases immunity and many other effects which are beneficial to the human body. Ocimum tenuiflorum Linn is available formulations are available in the form of tulsi capsules, tulsi drops, tulsi powder, tulsi ras, dried leaves, tulsi green tea, and tulsi seed balls.

Keywords:

Ocimum tenuiflorum Linn, Vernacular Names, Chemical Constituents, Medicinal Uses, Pharmacological Activities