Vaginal leucorrhoea
Woodfordia fruticosa: Woodfordia fruticosa belongs to the Lythraceae family possesses high content of tannins, which has astringent, stimulant, uterine sedative, anthelmintic and potent antibacterial properties. It minimizes the vaginal pH and thus prevents relapse. Study reveals that extract of Woodfordia fruticosa contains certain constituents like tannin with significant antibacterial properties, which enable to overcome the barrier in Gram negative bacterial cell wall. The inhibitory effect is comparable with standard antibiotics Amoxicillin and Ciprofloxacin. Moreover Woodfordia fruticosa flowers provide non-specific immunity. It stimulates reticulo endothelial system and release of cytokines from macrophages. Proliferation of bone marrow cells indicates the plausible release of colony stimulating factors, which further stimulates the immune system through generation of immune cells.
Hemidesmus indicus: Chemical analysis of the root showed the presence of coumarin, volatile oil and two sterols. 2-hydroxy-4 methoxy benzaldehyde is isolated from the root of the Hemidesmus indicus which has anti-inflammatory activity against chronic inflammation. Also the drug is revealed significant anti-fungal activity in experimental and clinical studies.
Acacia catechu: Acacia catechu is highly valuable for its powerful astringent and antioxidant activities. It exhibits various pharmacological effects like antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. Catechins and taxifolin is principal constituent of Acacia catechu which have significant antimicrobial effects. Chronic gonorrhea can be treated with Acacia catechu.
Mangifera indica: Mangifera indica contains active substances like mangiferin, which has antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antiallergic activity. It inhibits mast cell degranulation.