A Review On Herbal Medicine Use In The Management Of Tuberculosis

Abstract

Tuberculosis is indeed a significant global health concern, with a substantial burden in India. This contagious disease spreads in crowded, resource-limited environments through airborne transmission, primarily from coughing or sneezing individuals. Its symptoms encompass hemoptysis, coughing, weight loss, chest pain, blood-tinged sputum, and fever.

India's rich biodiversity offers a promising avenue for potential anti-tuberculosis treatments. Medicinal plants have long been integral to traditional remedies and healthcare in India. These plants contain bioactive compounds such as tannins, alkaloids, phenolic compounds, and flavonoids, which can have therapeutic effects when absorbed into the human body. Several plant species in India have demonstrated anti-mycobacterial properties, making them potential candidates for tuberculosis treatment.

Research into these plants and their phytochemical components has the potential to contribute significantly to tuberculosis treatment and prevention. Leveraging India's traditional knowledge and unique flora can offer novel solutions to this global health challenge and potentially reduce the burden of tuberculosis, not only in India but also worldwide. Further investigation and development of these plant-based treatments can offer hope for a more holistic approach to combatting this infectious disease.