A Pharmacological and Therapeutic Plant Review of Bhallataka (Semecarpus Anacardium) in Classical and Modern Medicine

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dc.contributor.authorKumar, D. Mohanen_US
dc.contributor.authorDurga, Ch. Srien_US
dc.date.accessioned2025-08-13T11:15:53Z
dc.date.available2025-08-13T11:15:53Z
dc.date.issued2025-05
dc.description.abstractBhallataka (Semecarpus anacardium Linn.), commonly known as the marking nut tree, is a widely utilized medicinal plant in Ayurveda, recognized for its diverse pharmacological activities. Classical Ayurvedic texts such as Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Hridaya, and various Nighantus extensively document its properties, formulations, and therapeutic indications. It is classified under Upavisha (semi-poisonous drugs), requiring meticulous purification (Shodhana) before internal use. Various parts of the plant-particularly the seed, kernel (Majja), fruit, and oil-exhibit actions such as Deepana, Pachana, Krimighna, Shukrala, Rasayana, and Kaphavatahara. These properties make Bhallataka valuable in treating conditions like Kushtha (skin disorders), Arsha (piles), Grahani (IBS), Gulma (abdominal masses), Pandu (anaemia), and Vatarakta (gout). Modern pharmacological research has corroborated many classical claims, demonstrating its anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer effects. Phytochemical investigations reveal bioactive constituents like bhilawanol, semecarpol, anacardol, and biflavonoids responsible for its therapeutic efficacy. Despite its efficacy, improper handling may cause severe toxic reactions; hence, traditional antidotes and dietary guidelines (Pathya-Apathya) are crucial during administration. This review compiles comprehensive information from classical and contemporary sources to present a holistic understanding of Bhallataka-from its botanical description, purification techniques, therapeutic actions, and formulations to modern evidence-based validations highlighting its integrative significance in traditional and modern medicine.en_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsPG Scholar, PG Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Sri Venkateshwara Ayurvedic College and Hospital, T.T.D, Tirupati, AP, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsProfessor & HOD, PG Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Sri Venkateshwara Ayurvedic College and Hospital, T.T.D, Tirupati, AP, India.en_US
dc.identifier.citationKumar D. Mohan, Durga Ch. Sri . A Pharmacological and Therapeutic Plant Review of Bhallataka (Semecarpus Anacardium) in Classical and Modern Medicine . International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research. 2025 May; 13(5): 108-115en_US
dc.identifier.issn2322-0902
dc.identifier.issn2322-0910
dc.identifier.placeIndiaen_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/253381
dc.languageenen_US
dc.publisherMahadev Publicationsen_US
dc.relation.issuenumber5en_US
dc.relation.volume13en_US
dc.source.urihttps://doi.org/10.47070/ijapr.v13i5.3737en_US
dc.subjectBhallatakaen_US
dc.subjectSemecarpus anacardiumen_US
dc.subjectShodhanaen_US
dc.titleA Pharmacological and Therapeutic Plant Review of Bhallataka (Semecarpus Anacardium) in Classical and Modern Medicineen_US
dc.typeJournal Articleen_US
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