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	== Introduction and Botanical Characterization ==		== Introduction and Botanical Characterization ==

	'''''Piper longum''''' Linn., commonly known as Long Pepper or '''Pippali''', is a cornerstone herb in traditional Asian medicine systems, notably [[Ayurveda]], [[Unani ~~medicine\|Unani]]~~, and ~~[[Siddha medicine\|~~Siddha]]. Belonging to the family [[Piperaceae]], it is a slender, aromatic, perennial climber with woody roots and creeping jointed stems that root at the nodes.		'''''Piper longum''''' Linn., commonly known as Long Pepper or '''Pippali''', is a cornerstone herb in traditional Asian medicine systems, notably [[Ayurveda]], Unani, and Siddha. Belonging to the family Piperaceae, it is a slender, aromatic, perennial climber with woody roots and creeping jointed stems that root at the nodes.

	Indigenous to the tropical rainforests of the Indo-Malaya region, it grows wild along the hotter regions of India, Nepal, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. The primary economically and therapeutically viable parts are its dried, unripe fruit spikes and its thick, perennial roots (known classically as ''Pippalimula'').		Indigenous to the tropical rainforests of the Indo-Malaya region, it grows wild along the hotter regions of India, Nepal, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. The primary economically and therapeutically viable parts are its dried, unripe fruit spikes and its thick, perennial roots (known classically as ''Pippalimula'').

	=== Taxonomical Hierarchy ===		=== Taxonomical Hierarchy ===
	* '''Kingdom:''' [[Plantae]]		* '''Kingdom:''' Plantae
	* '''Order:''' [[Piperales]]		* '''Order:''' Piperales
	* '''Family:''' [[Piperaceae]]		* '''Family:''' Piperaceae
	* '''Genus:''' ''[[Piper ~~(plant)\|Piper]]~~''		* '''Genus:''' ''Piper''
	* '''Species:''' ''P. longum''		* '''Species:''' ''P. longum''
			[[File:Pippali.jpg\|thumb\|'''Pippali (''Piper longum'')''']]

	=== Vernacular Names ===		=== Vernacular Names ===
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	\| 4 \|\| Qualities ([[guna]])\|\| Light (laghu), Unctuous (snigdha), Sharp (tikshna) \|\| Heavy (guru)		\| 4 \|\| Qualities ([[guna]])\|\| Light (laghu), Unctuous (snigdha), Sharp (tikshna) \|\| Heavy (guru)
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	\| 5 \|\| Actions ([[karma]]) \|\| Pacify [[kapha]] and [[vata]] \|\| Increases [[vata]] and [[kapha]], pacify [[pitta]]		\| 5 \|\| Actions ([[karma]]) \|\| Pacify [[kapha]] and [[vata]]\|\| Increases [[vata]] and [[kapha]], pacify [[pitta]]
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	\|Cha.Sa.[[Chikitsa Sthana]] 3/248		\|Cha.Sa.[[Chikitsa Sthana]] 3/248
	\|Used in [[Niruha]] basti as kalka		\|Used in [[Asthapana basti\|Niruha]] basti as kalka
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	\|Cha.Sa.[[Chikitsa Sthana]] 14/50		\|Cha.Sa.[[Chikitsa Sthana]] 14/50
	\|Dhupan yoga in arsha roga (Recipes for smearing and fumigation		\|Dhupan yoga in arsha roga (Recipes for smearing and fumigation)
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	\|Cha.Sa.[[Chikitsa Sthana]] 30/150		\|Cha.Sa.[[Chikitsa Sthana]] 30/150
	\|Magadhi rasayana, used in the treatment of Kapha dushta ~~sukra~~ dosha		\|Magadhi rasayana, used in the treatment of Kapha dushta shukra dosha
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	==Useful part==		==Useful part==
	* Fruit<ref>Anonymous. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Part I. 1986; Volume 2:60</ref>		* Fruit<ref>Anonymous. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Part I. 1986; Volume 2:60</ref>


	==Important Formulation==		==Important Formulation==
	As per A.P.I.<ref>Anonymous. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Part I. 1986; Volume 2:60</ref>		As per A.P.I.<ref>Anonymous. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Part I. 1986; Volume 2:60</ref>
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	* Shiva gulika		* Shiva gulika
	* Kaishora Guggulu		* Kaishora Guggulu


	== Current availability==		== Current availability==

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	=== Standard Therapeutic Dosage ===		=== Standard Therapeutic Dosage ===
	* '''Crude Fruit Powder (''Churna''):''' 0.5 to 1.5 g per day in divided doses, traditionally administered with honey, warm water, or clarified butter (''Ghruta'').		* '''Crude Fruit Powder (''Churna''):''' 0.5 to 1.5 g per day in divided doses, traditionally administered with honey, warm water, or clarified butter (''Ghruta'').
	* '''Classic Formulations:''' ''Trikatu Churna'' (equal parts ''Pippali'', ''Maricha'', and ''Shunthi''), ''Pippali Rasayana'', ''Pippaliasava''.		* '''Classic Formulations:''' ''[[Trikatu]] Churna'' (equal parts ''Pippali'', ''[[Maricha]]'', and ''[[Shunthi]]''), ''Pippali [[Rasayana]]'', ''Pippaliasava''.

	=== Safety, Toxicity, and Contraindications ===		=== Safety, Toxicity, and Contraindications ===
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			[[File:Shunthi.jpg\|thumb\|Shunthi & Aardrak (''Zingiber officinale)'']]

	==English name ==		==English name ==
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	== Introduction and Botanical Identity ==		== Introduction and Botanical Identity ==

	'''Maricha''', the dried fruit of ''[[Piper nigrum]]'' L. (Family: '''[[Piperaceae]]'''), is universally celebrated as the "King of Spices" and occupies a central position in traditional Ayurvedic formulations and modern evidence-based pharmacognosy.<ref name="Rather2022">Rather, M. A., et al. (2022). "Therapeutic Role of Piper nigrum L (Black Pepper) and Pharmacological Activities." ''International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research'', 73(1), 15-22.</ref> Characterized by its intense pungency, Maricha is a vital constituent of classical compounds like ''Trikatu Churna'' (the synergy of Shunthi, Pippali, and Maricha). In contemporary pharmacology, its primary crystalline alkaloid, '''piperine''', is recognized as the world's first documented natural bioavailability enhancer, revolutionizing the administration of phytopharmaceuticals and synthetic drugs alike.<ref name="Kesarwani2013">Kesarwani, K., & Gupta, R. (2013). "Bioavailability enhancers of herbal origin: An overview." ''Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine'', 3(4), 253-266.</ref>		'''Maricha''', the dried fruit of ''[[wikipedia:Black_pepper\|Piper nigrum]]'' L. (Family: '''Piperaceae'''), is universally celebrated as the "King of Spices" and occupies a central position in traditional Ayurvedic formulations and modern evidence-based pharmacognosy.<ref name="Rather2022">Rather, M. A., et al. (2022). "Therapeutic Role of Piper nigrum L (Black Pepper) and Pharmacological Activities." ''International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research'', 73(1), 15-22.</ref> Characterized by its intense pungency, Maricha is a vital constituent of classical compounds like ''Trikatu Churna'' (the synergy of Shunthi, Pippali, and Maricha). In contemporary pharmacology, its primary crystalline alkaloid, '''piperine''', is recognized as the world's first documented natural bioavailability enhancer, revolutionizing the administration of phytopharmaceuticals and synthetic drugs alike.<ref name="Kesarwani2013">Kesarwani, K., & Gupta, R. (2013). "Bioavailability enhancers of herbal origin: An overview." ''Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine'', 3(4), 253-266.</ref>

	* '''Botanical Name:''' ''Piper nigrum'' L.		* '''Botanical Name:''' ''Piper nigrum'' L.
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	* '''Part Used:''' Dried Fruit (Peppercorns)		* '''Part Used:''' Dried Fruit (Peppercorns)
	* '''Vernacular Names:''' Maricha (Sanskrit), Kali Mirch (Hindi), Black Pepper (English), Milagu (Tamil)		* '''Vernacular Names:''' Maricha (Sanskrit), Kali Mirch (Hindi), Black Pepper (English), Milagu (Tamil)
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	==Therapeutic uses==		==Therapeutic uses==
	~~Swasa~~, ~~sula~~, krumiroga, tavakaroga<ref>Anonymous. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Part I. 1986; Volume 3 :53</ref>		Shwasa, shula, krumiroga, tavakaroga<ref>Anonymous. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, Part I. 1986; Volume 3 :53</ref>

	==Synonyms in Charak Samhita==		==Synonyms in Charak Samhita==
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	* '''Vipaka''' (post-digestive effect): Madhura		* '''Vipaka''' (post-digestive effect): Madhura
	* '''Dosha Effect''': Primarily balances [[Vata dosha\|vata]], secondarily kapha; aggravates pitta in excess.		* '''Dosha Effect''': Primarily balances [[Vata dosha\|vata]], secondarily kapha; aggravates pitta in excess.
	* '''Classical Actions''': Medhya (intellect promoter), balya (strength), vajikarana (aphrodisiac), rasayana (rejuvenative).<ref name=":0">{{cite book \|last1=Sharma \|first1=P.V.\|title=Charaka Samhita \|publisher=Chaukhamba Orientalia \|location=Varanasi \|year=2014 ~~\|isbn=978-8176371432~~}}</ref>		* '''Classical Actions''': Medhya (intellect promoter), balya (strength), vajikarana (aphrodisiac), rasayana (rejuvenative).<ref name=":0">{{cite book\|last1=Sharma\|first1=P.V.\|title=Charaka Samhita\|publisher=Chaukhamba Orientalia\|location=Varanasi\|year=2014}}</ref>
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	==Description==		==Description==

	A perennial shrub from the [[Solanaceae]] family, native to India, the Middle East, and Africa. It grows 35–75 cm tall with oval leaves, small greenish-yellow flowers, and red-orange berry-like fruits. The name "Ashwagandha" derives from Sanskrit ''ashva'' (horse) and ''gandha'' (smell), referring to the root's horse-like odor and vigor-promoting effects.<ref>{{cite journal \|last1=Mirjalili \|first1=Mohammad Hossein \|last2=Moharramipour \|first2=Saman \|last3=Hadian \|first3=Javad \|title=A review on the production of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) active principles: Methods and current status \|journal=Journal of Medicinal Plants Research \|volume=8 \|issue=37 \|pages=882–900 \|doi=10.5897/JMPR2014.5629 \|year=2014}}</ref>		A perennial shrub from the Solanaceae family, native to India, the Middle East, and Africa. It grows 35–75 cm tall with oval leaves, small greenish-yellow flowers, and red-orange berry-like fruits. The name "Ashwagandha" derives from Sanskrit ''ashva'' (horse) and ''gandha'' (smell), referring to the root's horse-like odor and vigor-promoting effects.<ref>{{cite journal \|last1=Mirjalili \|first1=Mohammad Hossein \|last2=Moharramipour \|first2=Saman \|last3=Hadian \|first3=Javad \|title=A review on the production of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) active principles: Methods and current status \|journal=Journal of Medicinal Plants Research \|volume=8 \|issue=37 \|pages=882–900 \|doi=10.5897/JMPR2014.5629 \|year=2014}}</ref>

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	'''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminalia_chebula Terminalia chebula Retz. var. typica] (Haritaki)''' is a ~~comprehensive review of the botanical profile~~, ~~phytochemical composition~~, and ~~contemporary pharmacological evaluation~~ of the highly revered medicinal plant ~~Terminalia chebula~~.		'''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminalia_chebula Terminalia chebula Retz. var. typica]''', popularly known as '''Haritaki''' (or Harad), is a deciduous tree native to South Asia, spanning India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is widely regarded in [[Ayurveda]] as the "King of Medicines" (Prana) and is a primary constituent of the renowned formula '''[[Triphala]]'''. It is highly revered medicinal plant.

	==English name ==		==English name ==
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	* Terminalia tomentella Kurz		* Terminalia tomentella Kurz
	* Terminalia zeylanica Van Heurck & Müll. Arg.		* Terminalia zeylanica Van Heurck & Müll. Arg.
			[[File:Haritaki.jpg\|thumb\|Haritaki ]]

	== Botanical Profile & Traditional Context ==		== Botanical Profile & Traditional Context ==

	''Terminalia chebula'' Retz., popularly known as '''Haritaki''' (or Harad), is a deciduous tree native to South Asia, spanning India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is widely regarded in [[Ayurveda]] as the "King of Medicines" (Prana) and is a primary constituent of the renowned formula '''[[Triphala]]'''.

	In traditional medicine, Haritaki is classified as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenative) and is believed to balance all three [[Dosha\|doshas]] (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). Its historical indications include gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic complications, cognitive decline, chronic inflammation, and wound healing.		In traditional medicine, Haritaki is classified as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenative) and is believed to balance all three [[Dosha\|doshas]] (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). Its historical indications include gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic complications, cognitive decline, chronic inflammation, and wound healing.
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	Haritaki, Pathya		Haritaki, Abhaya, Pathya

	==Additional Synonyms in Bhavaprakasha Nighantu==		==Additional Synonyms in Bhavaprakasha Nighantu==
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	==Types==		==Types==
	===~~Bhvaprakasha~~ Nighantu===		===Bhavaprakasha Nighantu===
	Mentioned 7 types<ref>Shri Bhavamishra, Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Haritakyadi Varga, Verse no. 7 – 9, Edited by Padmashree Pro. Krushnachandra Chunekar, Reprint Edition, Chaukhambha Bharati Academy, 2015;</ref>		Mentioned 7 types<ref>Shri Bhavamishra, Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Haritakyadi Varga, Verse no. 7 – 9, Edited by Padmashree Pro. Krushnachandra Chunekar, Reprint Edition, Chaukhambha Bharati Academy, 2015;</ref>

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	In traditional medicine systems ([[Ayurveda]], Unani, and Siddha), Bibhitaka is classified as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenator). It is traditionally indicated for respiratory disorders (cough, asthma), digestive ailments, ocular diseases, and hair care.		In traditional medicine systems ([[Ayurveda]], Unani, and Siddha), Bibhitaka is classified as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenator). It is traditionally indicated for respiratory disorders (cough, asthma), digestive ailments, ocular diseases, and hair care.
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	==Therapeutic Uses in Ayurveda==		==Therapeutic Uses in Ayurveda==
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	''Guduchi'' (गुडूची), commonly known as ' Giloy', is the Sanskrit name for the medicinal plant Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Hook. f. & Thomson of the family Menispermaceae.<ref name="AYUSHDossier">{{Cite web \|url=https://ayush.gov.in/resources/pdf/quality_standards/guduchi_Book-Dossier.pdf \|title=Technical Dossier on - Guduchi \|format=PDF \|publisher=Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India \|year=2019 \|access-date=2026-04-13}}</ref> It holds a prominent place in [[Ayurveda]] as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenative) herb and is widely used for conditions such as fever, jaundice, musculoskeletal disorders, skin diseases, and metabolic ailments.<ref name="AYUSHDossier"/>		''Guduchi'' (गुडूची), commonly known as ' Giloy', is the Sanskrit name for the medicinal plant Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Hook. f. & Thomson of the family Menispermaceae.<ref name="AYUSHDossier">{{Cite web \|url=https://ayush.gov.in/resources/pdf/quality_standards/guduchi_Book-Dossier.pdf \|title=Technical Dossier on - Guduchi \|format=PDF \|publisher=Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India \|year=2019 \|access-date=2026-04-13}}</ref> It holds a prominent place in [[Ayurveda]] as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenative) herb and is widely used for conditions such as fever, jaundice, musculoskeletal disorders, skin diseases, and metabolic ailments.<ref name="AYUSHDossier"/>


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	For Ayurvedic purposes, the AYUSH technical dossier specifies that properly identified ''T. cordifolia'' stem should be used, warning against confusion with other ''Tinospora'' species that may occur in commercial supply.<ref name="AYUSHDossier"/>		For Ayurvedic purposes, the AYUSH technical dossier specifies that properly identified ''T. cordifolia'' stem should be used, warning against confusion with other ''Tinospora'' species that may occur in commercial supply.<ref name="AYUSHDossier"/>
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	~~Terminalia chebula Retz. var. typica~~		[[Haritaki]]

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	~~\|data2 = Terminalia chebula Retz. var. typica~~
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	~~\|data5 =~~ [[~~Charak Samhita Research, Training and Skill Development Centre]]~~
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	~~==English name ==~~

	~~Chebulic myrobalan~~

	~~== Synonyms in Charak Samhita==~~

	Haritaki~~, Pathya~~

	~~== Reference in Charak Samhita and its actions ==~~

	~~{\| class="wikitable"~~
	~~\|+ Herbs and their activities~~
	\|-
	~~! Sr.no. !! Reference in Charak Samhita !! Activity~~
	\|-
	~~\| 1 \|\| Sutra sthana 1/82 \|\| Phalini ([[Virechana]]) (Therapeutic Purgation)~~
	\|-
	~~\| 2 \|\| Sutra sthana 2/29 \|\| Vatanulominiyavagu~~
	\|-
	~~\| 3 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(12) \|\| Arshoghnamahakashay~~
	\|-
	~~\| 4 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(13) \|\| Kushthaghnamahakashay~~
	\|-
	~~\| 5 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(24) \|\| Virechanopagmahakashay~~
	\|-
	~~\| 6 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(30) \|\| Hikkanigrahanamahakashay~~
	\|-
	~~\| 7 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(36) \|\| Kasaharamahakashaya~~
	\|-
	~~\| 8 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(39) \|\| Jwaraharamahakashaya~~
	\|-
	~~\| 9 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(49) \|\| Prajasthapanamahakashaya~~
	\|-
	~~\| 10 \|\| Sutra sthana 4/9(50) \|\| Vayasthapanmahakashaya~~
	\|-
	~~\| 11 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 1/16 \|\| Vamanartha~~
	\|-
	~~\| 12 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 7/16 \|\| Preparations of Trivrut~~
	\|-
	~~\| 13 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 7/30 \|\| Preparations of Trivrut~~
	\|-
	~~\| 14 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 7/46 \|\| Vyoshadi Modaka~~
	\|-
	~~\| 15 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 7/50 \|\| Pathyadi Modaka~~
	\|-
	~~\| 16 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 9/7 \|\| Tilvaka Yoga~~
	\|-
	~~\| 17 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 11/7 \|\| Saptala Shankhini Yoga~~
	\|-
	~~\| 18 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 12/15 \|\| Avaleha Yoga~~
	\|-
	~~\| 19 \|\| [[Kalpa Sthana]] 12/27 \|\| Modaka Yoga~~
	\|-
	\|}

	~~== Ayurvedic pharmacological properties ==~~

	~~{\| class="wikitable"~~
	~~\|+ Properties~~
	\|-
	~~! Sr.no. !! Pharmacological criteria !! Properties~~
	\|-
	~~\| 1 \|\| Taste ([[rasa]]) \|\| Astringent (kashaya), Pungent (katu), Bitter (tikta), Sweet (madhura), Sour (amla)~~
	\|-
	~~\| 2 \|\| Potency ([[veerya]]) \|\| Hot (ushna)~~
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	~~\| 3 \|\| Post digestion effect ([[vipaka]]) \|\| Sweet (madhura)~~
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	~~\| 4 \|\| Qualities ([[guna]])\|\| Light (laghu), Rough (ruksha)~~
	\|-
	~~\| 5 \|\| Actions ([[karma]]) \|\| Pacify [[vata]], [[pitta]] and [[kapha]]~~
	\|-
	~~\| 6 \|\| Extra ordinary effect ([[prabhava]]) \|\| Removes all the three [[dosha]]~~
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	'''~~Therapeutic Monograph:~~ [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminalia_chebula Terminalia chebula Retz. var. typica] (Haritaki)''' is a comprehensive review of the botanical profile, phytochemical composition, and contemporary pharmacological evaluation of the highly revered medicinal plant ~~''[[~~Terminalia chebula~~]]''~~.		'''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminalia_chebula Terminalia chebula Retz. var. typica] (Haritaki)''' is a comprehensive review of the botanical profile, phytochemical composition, and contemporary pharmacological evaluation of the highly revered medicinal plant Terminalia chebula.

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	== Botanical Profile & Traditional Context ==		== Botanical Profile & Traditional Context ==

	''Terminalia chebula'' Retz., popularly known as '''Haritaki''' (or Harad), is a deciduous tree native to South Asia, spanning [[India]], [[Nepal]], and [[Sri Lanka]]. It is widely regarded in [[Ayurveda]] as the "King of Medicines" (Prana) and is a primary constituent of the renowned formula '''[[Triphala]]'''.		''Terminalia chebula'' Retz., popularly known as '''Haritaki''' (or Harad), is a deciduous tree native to South Asia, spanning India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is widely regarded in [[Ayurveda]] as the "King of Medicines" (Prana) and is a primary constituent of the renowned formula '''[[Triphala]]'''.

	In traditional medicine, Haritaki is classified as a Rasayana (rejuvenative) and is believed to balance all three [[Dosha\|doshas]] (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). Its historical indications include gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic complications, cognitive decline, chronic inflammation, and wound healing.		In traditional medicine, Haritaki is classified as a [[Rasayana]] (rejuvenative) and is believed to balance all three [[Dosha\|doshas]] (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). Its historical indications include gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic complications, cognitive decline, chronic inflammation, and wound healing.

	== Synonyms in Charak Samhita==		== Synonyms in Charak Samhita==
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	The therapeutic versatility of ''Terminalia chebula'' arises from its complex secondary metabolite profile, particularly abundant in its dried fruit pericarp:		The therapeutic versatility of ''Terminalia chebula'' arises from its complex secondary metabolite profile, particularly abundant in its dried fruit pericarp:
	* '''Hydrolyzable Tannins:''' Extremely rich in chebulinic acid, chebulagic acid, corilagin, terchebin, and punicalagin.		* '''Hydrolyzable Tannins:''' Extremely rich in chebulinic acid, chebulagic acid, corilagin, terchebin, and punicalagin.
	* '''Phenolic Acids:''' High yields of [[gallic acid]] and [[ellagic acid]].		* '''Phenolic Acids:''' High yields of gallic acid and ellagic acid.
	* '''Flavonoids:''' [[Rutin]], [[quercetin]], and luteolin.		* '''Flavonoids:''' Rutin, quercetin, and luteolin.
	* '''Other Constituents:''' Saponins, [[amino acids]], and fixed oils containing palmitic, oleic, and linoleic acids.		* '''Other Constituents:''' Saponins, amino acids, and fixed oils containing palmitic, oleic, and linoleic acids.

	== Pharmacological Activities & Therapeutic Efficacy ==		== Pharmacological Activities & Therapeutic Efficacy ==
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	=== Pro-Cognitive and Neuroprotective Properties ===		=== Pro-Cognitive and Neuroprotective Properties ===

	Recent research highlights Haritaki's ability to combat neurodegenerative pathways associated with [[Alzheimer's disease]] and cognitive decline.		Recent research highlights Haritaki's ability to combat neurodegenerative pathways associated with Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline.
	* '''Mechanism:''' Active constituents like chebulinic acid act as potent [[acetylcholinesterase]] (AChE) inhibitors, preserving acetylcholine levels in synapses. Furthermore, it suppresses neuroinflammation by inhibiting microglia activation.		* '''Mechanism:''' Active constituents like chebulinic acid act as potent acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitors, preserving acetylcholine levels in synapses. Furthermore, it suppresses neuroinflammation by inhibiting microglia activation.
	* '''Scientific Evidence:''' Studies show that aqueous extracts significantly attenuate amyloid-β induced neurotoxicity and oxidative stress in cortical neurons, preserving spatial memory and cognitive performance in animal designs.<ref name="Afshari2016"/>		* '''Scientific Evidence:''' Studies show that aqueous extracts significantly attenuate amyloid-β induced neurotoxicity and oxidative stress in cortical neurons, preserving spatial memory and cognitive performance in animal designs.<ref name="Afshari2016"/>

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	The plant exhibits strong inhibitory effects against a diverse array of bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens.		The plant exhibits strong inhibitory effects against a diverse array of bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens.
	* '''Mechanism:''' Tannins disrupt microbial cell wall integrity, precipitate structural proteins, and prevent bacterial adherence necessary for biofilm formation.		* '''Mechanism:''' Tannins disrupt microbial cell wall integrity, precipitate structural proteins, and prevent bacterial adherence necessary for biofilm formation.
	* '''Scientific Evidence:''' Extracts have demonstrated powerful efficacy against cariogenic bacteria like ''[[Streptococcus mutans]]'' (reducing dental plaque formation) and clinically relevant multi-drug resistant pathogens, including ''[[Helicobacter pylori]]''.<ref name="Aneja2009"/>		* '''Scientific Evidence:''' Extracts have demonstrated powerful efficacy against cariogenic bacteria like ''Streptococcus mutans'' (reducing dental plaque formation) and clinically relevant multi-drug resistant pathogens, including ''Helicobacter pylori''.<ref name="Aneja2009"/>

	=== Cardioprotective and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy ===		=== Cardioprotective and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy ===

	Haritaki supports cardiovascular health by lowering oxidative stress within vascular tissues and managing lipid profiles.		Haritaki supports cardiovascular health by lowering oxidative stress within vascular tissues and managing lipid profiles.
	* '''Mechanism:''' It reduces myocardial lipid peroxidation, downregulates pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6), and preserves endogenous cellular antioxidants like [[superoxide dismutase]] (SOD).		* '''Mechanism:''' It reduces myocardial lipid peroxidation, downregulates pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6), and preserves endogenous cellular antioxidants like superoxide dismutase (SOD).
	* '''Scientific Evidence:''' Studies show that pre-treatment with ''T. chebula'' significantly mitigates lysosomal enzyme leakage and preserves myocardial architecture during chemical-induced myocardial infarction models.<ref name="Suchalatha2005"/>		* '''Scientific Evidence:''' Studies show that pre-treatment with ''T. chebula'' significantly mitigates lysosomal enzyme leakage and preserves myocardial architecture during chemical-induced myocardial infarction models.<ref name="Suchalatha2005"/>

	== Safety, Toxicity, and Dosage ==		== Safety, Toxicity, and Dosage ==

	* '''Acute Toxicity:''' ''Terminalia chebula'' is highly safe for therapeutic consumption. Oral acute toxicity evaluations indicate an [[LD50]] exceeding 2000 mg/kg body weight in animal cohorts.		* '''Acute Toxicity:''' ''Terminalia chebula'' is highly safe for therapeutic consumption. Oral acute toxicity evaluations indicate an LD50 exceeding 2000 mg/kg body weight in animal cohorts.
	* '''Precautions:''' Due to its potent astringent and prokinetic nature, it should be used with caution during acute diarrhea, severe dehydration, or pregnancy unless explicitly monitored by a healthcare professional.		* '''Precautions:''' Due to its potent astringent and prokinetic nature, it should be used with caution during acute diarrhea, severe dehydration, or pregnancy unless explicitly monitored by a healthcare professional.
	* '''Standard Therapeutic Dosage:'''		* '''Standard Therapeutic Dosage:'''
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	\| Gallic acid, Chebulagic acid		\| Gallic acid, Chebulagic acid
	~~\| [[Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor~~\|Acetylcholinesterase inhibition]], Anti-amyloidogenesis		\| Acetylcholinesterase inhibition, Anti-amyloidogenesis
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