Soham Namdev Nikam,
Kunal Sharad Patil,
Sakshi Sachin Utpat,
- Student, Department of Pharmacy, Dr. DY Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Student, Department of Pharmacy, Dr. DY Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Student, Department of Pharmacy, Dr. DY Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Abstract
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The development of plant-based therapies for neurodegenerative diseases holds significant promise due to the therapeutic potential of natural compounds such as Laurus nobilis, Aronia melanocarpa, and celastrol. This review identifies critical literature gaps in the current research, including inconsistent extraction methods, lack of clinical trials, insufficient documentation of long-term effects, limited mechanistic insights, and poor bioavailability. Addressing these gaps through standardization, rigorous clinical trials, advanced delivery systems, and comprehensive ethnopharmacological documentation is essential. Moreover, the integration of plant-based agents with conventional treatments requires clear regulatory pathways and consideration of ethical issues. By bridging ethnopharmacological knowledge with modern scientific techniques, this research aims to enhance the clinical utility of plant-based compounds, paving the way for innovative, sustainable, and accessible treatments that improve patient outcomes in neurodegenerative disease management. The review underscores the need for holistic and multidisciplinary approaches to fully realize the potential of plant-based therapies in clinical settings.
Keywords: Neuro degenerative Diseases, Plant-Based Therapies, Antioxidants, Ethnopharmacology, Bioavailability.
Soham Namdev Nikam, Kunal Sharad Patil, Sakshi Sachin Utpat. Ethnopharmacological Insights: Uncovering Plant-Based Neuroprotective Treatments for Neurodegenerative Disorders. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production. 2025; ():-.
Soham Namdev Nikam, Kunal Sharad Patil, Sakshi Sachin Utpat. Ethnopharmacological Insights: Uncovering Plant-Based Neuroprotective Treatments for Neurodegenerative Disorders. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production. 2025; ():-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjodfdp/article=2025/view=0
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| Received | 21/12/2024 |
| Accepted | 08/01/2025 |
| Published | 13/01/2025 |