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Justicia adhatoda , widely recognized Vasaka, is a medicinal shrub belonging to the family Acanthaceae. It has been extensively used in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine for managing respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis, cough, and other pulmonary conditions. The plant is rich in various bioactive compounds, the most prominent being vasicine, a quinazoline alkaloid known for its strong anti-asthmatic, bronchodilatory, and expectorant properties. Vasicine acts by relaxing the bronchial muscles, promoting airway dilation, and enhancing mucociliary clearance, thereby improving breathing efficiency. Scientific investigations have revealed that vasicine and its oxidized derivative, vasicinone, exhibit complementary effects that help reduce bronchial constriction and support respiratory health. Besides its role in respiratory therapy, J. adhatoda demonstrates notable anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities, further validating its medicinal importance. Hence, Justicia adhatoda stands as a potent herbal resource for the development of natural remedies and pharmaceutical formulations aimed at treating asthma and other respiratory disorders.
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Justicia adhatoda , Vasicine , Traditional Ayurvedic Medicine, Anti- asthmatic
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"Exploring the pharmacognostic, phytochemical and therapeutic profile of justicia adhatoda", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no.a181-a186, November-2025, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2511025.pdf
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