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EXPLORING THE POTENTIAL OF ACORUS CALAMUS: A REVIEW OF ITS PROMISING ROLE IN PEDIATRIC PHARMACOTHERAPY

Dr. Sachin Gwalani* and Dr. Atish Ostwal

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Abstract

Acorus calamus, known as Vacha in Ayurveda, has a rich history of traditional medicinal uses including the treatment of various ailments in both adults and children. The plant's rhizomes and leaves have been utilised for various therapeutic purposes such as treating speech problems, fever, asthma, bronchitis, cough, digestive issues, convulsions and as a sedative, nootropic, and antimicrobial agent. Various researches have confirmed the Neuroprotective properties, Nootropic effects, Anticonvulsant and Antiepileptic activities, Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory effect, Antimicrobial and anthelmintic Activity, Airway relaxant properties, Antidiarrheal and Antispasmodic properties of the herb. In Ayurvedic medicine Acorus calamus is said to be effective in various health conditions of children specially memory and cognition related problems. Traditionally also it is used in various pediatric problems in various cultures including India, China and Africa. Its traditional uses align with modern research findings, highlighting its promising therapeutic potential for various conditions affecting children.

Keywords: In Ayurvedic medicine Acorus calamus is said to be effective in various health conditions of children specially memory and cognition related problems.