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Herbal Drugs as Immune Booster Against Viral Infections

Author(s): Gyanendra Mohapatra, Biswa Mohan Sahoo*, Bimalendu Chowdhury, J. Sruti, Rabi Narayan Rana, Rajaram Das and Jasma Jena

Volume 18, Issue 2, 2022

Published on: 04 January, 2022

Page: [132 - 143] Pages: 12

DOI: 10.2174/1573401317666210816102404

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Abstract

The immune system involves both active and passive immunization. The antibodies are developed against the antigens during active immunization and are permanently stored. But, in the case of passive immunization, the antibodies are exposed to the same antigens in every person who is already infected. In order to enhance the immune systems i.e. innate and adaptive immune responses, herbal plants are used as an immune booster. Some of the herbal plants have been proven clinically to enhance immunity that includes Morniga oleifera (Drumstick), Azadirachta indica (Neem), Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi), Withania somnifera (Aswagandha), Zingiber officinale (Ginger), Allium sativum (Garlic), Curcuma longa (Turmeric), Emblica officinalis (Amla) etc. Compared to synthetic drugs, herbal drugs have fewer side effects and stimulate the immune system to defend against various foreign pathogens. Even though herbal medicines are usually considered as safe and effective therapy, it is clinically proven that if a drug is effective, it would have some side effects. But, sometimes, the antioxidant property of herbal medicines is helpful in reducing the toxicities produced by any toxic substances or any drugs. This review aims to encourage the study of various herbal constituents and their role in the treatment of different types of viral infections.

Keywords: Antibody, antigen, herbal plants, immunity, immune booster, viral infections.

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