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Report on medical potential of Calotropis procera

R. K. TENGURIYA1, SUBHASH CHANDRA1 and PRAVEEN KUMAR2*

1Department of Chemistry, Paliwal (P.G.) College, Shikohabad - 205 135 (India).

2Department of Chemistry, Agra College, Agra - 282 002 (India).

ABSTRACT: Calotropis procera, on the basis of literature findings has been found capable for the treatment of leprosy, ulcers, tumors, piles and other diseases. The latex of the plant exhibited anti inflammatory, antipyretic and anthelmintic activity. The aqueous extract of Calotropis procera has been evaluated for its spasmolytic activity. The root bark of the plant showed antitumor activity and has been used as treatment for elephantiasis and leprosy1.

KEYWORDS: Calotropis procera; Asclepiadaceae; latex; biological activity

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