PriMera Scientific Medicine and Public Health (ISSN: 2833-5627)

Review Article

Volume 5 Issue 5

Reviewing African Antitussive Plants: Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, and Pharmacology

Bertin Mikolo* and Pavel Ossiala

October 30, 2024

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Abstract

This review explores the therapeutic potential of African antitussive plants by examining their traditional uses, phytochemical properties, and pharmacological evidence. It highlights the historical and cultural significance of these plants in African medicine and provides an overview of the key phytochemicals associated with their antitussive effects. The review also evaluates scientific studies that support the efficacy of these plants, including in vitro, in vivo, and clinical research. Additionally, it addresses challenges in standardizing and conserving these valuable resources while discussing opportunities for integrating traditional knowledge with modern healthcare practices. This comprehensive analysis aims to advance the understanding of African antitussive plants and their potential contributions to global health.

Keywords: Antitussive plants; African traditional medicine; Phytochemicals; Pharmacological evidence; Ethnopharmacology

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