Abstract

REVIEW OF VACHA (ACORUS CALAMUS LINN.) FOR ITS PHAMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

Dr. Prashant A. Pendor* and Dr. Sukmani S. Dhurve

Abstract

In Ayurveda Vacha is most important medicinal plant in Ayurvedic text. This is used in many diseases. In Ayurvedic literature it is one of the most commonly used in medicinal herb. A review of Ancient research work and Ayurvedic properties are mentioned in Ayurvedic literature. The Vacha (Acorus calamus Linn.) Study shows that In Various Pharmacological properties. According to Ayurveda Vacha is indicated in Lekhaniya, Arshoghna, Triptighna, Asthapanopag, Sajnasthapan, Sitaprashaman Gana and indicated in Unamad, Apsmar, Jvara it is used in Amlapitta, Apasmar, Shopha and Vridhhi. According to modern pharmacology Acorus calamus is used in Anti- Inflammatory activity, Anti-adaptogenic activity, Insulin sensitization, Immuno-modulatory, DNA protection, Neuroprotective activity, Radio-Protective Activity, Anti-oxidant Property, Anti-proliferative activity, Broncho-dilatory effect.

Keywords: Vacha, Acorus calamus Linn., Pharmacological action.