Open AccessCentral nervous system depressant activity of Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi DC.) rhizome
Author(s) -
Kalpesh Panara,
Mukeshkumar Nariya,
K Nishteswar
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
ayu
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 0976-9382
pISSN - 0974-8520
DOI - 10.4103/ayu.ayu_251_20
Subject(s) - rhizome , insomnia , diazepam , open field , pentobarbital , pharmacology , medicine , analysis of variance , traditional medicine , anesthesia
Sleep disorders have a comparatively high prevalence worldwide and create a burden on the health system. Pharmacological agents used for insomnia are associated with considerable side effects. Therefore, searching for safe and effective agents from plant-based natural sources is a worthy effort. Jatamansi ( Nardostachys jatamansi DC.) rhizome has been recommended for insomnia and mental conditions in the Indian system of medicine.