PHYTO-PHARMACOLOGY OF MOMORDICA CHARANTIA LINN. A REVIEW

Abstract

Since time immortal, the human race is using the herbs and plants as medicines. The scientific research carried out in last few decades also confirms the ability of these medications. Momordica charantia is a commonly grown plant in tropical region, and its fruit is widely consumed as a vegetable. It is also found to have a lot of medicinal uses in practice of traditional medicine in various countries. It is being used for several ailments for its potential therapeutic activities like antidiabetic, antibacterial, antiviral, anticancer, abortifacient, antifertility, antiulcer, anthelmintics, antimalarial, antipsoriasis and immunomodulatory. Several studies conducted, showed promising results in managing diabetes and its complications. It has also been found to be effective in various cancers and against various pathogens.