Abstract

A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ECLIPTA ALBA (BHRINGRAJ)

Priyanshu Saini*, Dr. Rimpy Saini and Shweta Rawat

ABSTRACT

False Daisy, or Bhringraj (Eclipta alba L.), is a well-known Ayurvedic medicinal plant with a long history and a wide range of therapeutic uses. This review highlights its pharmacological potential by combining contemporary scientific study with traditional wisdom. In Ayurveda, bhringraj is often used to treat liver diseases, encourage hair growth, and enhance general wellness. It has hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective, and antibacterial qualities due to its bioactive components, which include wedelolactone, coumestans, flavonoids, and alkaloids. Its involvement in immunological regulation, liver detoxification, hair renewal, and possible anticancer benefits has been confirmed by scientific investigations. Its effects on metabolic diseases like diabetes and hyperlipidemia have also been investigated. Clinical studies indicate that it is effective in treating skin conditions, dandruff, and alopecia. The plant is a desirable target for additional pharmacological andcosmeceutical innovations due to its phytochemical composition and safety profile. Even with its proven advantages, more study is required to fully realize its potential, especially through clinical studies. Its incorporation into contemporary medicine will require extensive pharmacokinetic research and formulation standardization. Bhringraj is thoroughly examined in this paper, with particular attention paid to its phytochemical makeup, pharmacological effects, and possible medical uses. The plant has a wide range of pharmacological effects due to its abundance of bioactive substances, including sterols, alkaloids, flavonoids,polyacetylenes, wedelolactone, and ecliptine. It has been shown in scientific research to havehepatoprotective function, which includes protection against hepatotoxic substances andeffectiveness in liver regeneration.

Keywords: Bhringraj, Hepatoprotective, false Daisy, Dandruff, Wedelolactone.