At glance to the plants having anti-inflammatory activity: A review

Abstract

From time immemorial man is dependent on plants. The human body has a natural affinity to plants and their products, which are easily absorbed as well as healthier. Medicinal plants are used in treatment of almost all disease. Plants are vast source of active biological compound for new drugs which are safer as well as cost effective. Inflammation is biological response of the human immune system that can be triggered by a variety of factors like damaged cells, toxic compounds, and pathogens. Conventional drugs used for treatment of inflammation has so many disadvantages thus people looking forward safer and effective drug. Various plants are traditionally used in treatment of inflammatory conditions. This review includes some traditionally used herbal plants as an anti-inflammatory drug.