Medicinal Plants and Herbal Concoctions on the Rise Post Covid-19 Pandemic Threat – An Exploratory Study
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In light of the recent global spread of the coronavirus pandemic and the human toll it has taken, it is crucial that the country has access to effective and safe medications that are manufactured locally. Particularly pertinent in this context are herbal medications, which have a broad spectrum of therapeutic activity and various benefits over medicines of synthetic origin. Herbal remedies have the advantages of being less likely to cause allergic reactions, having a less intense therapeutic impact, and being safe. Herbal raw materials are chosen as a source of pharmacologically active substances based on three primary criteria: a high concentration of active agents, a ready supply of raw materials in the wild, and easy methods of cultivation. It's no surprise that the COVID-19 outbreak has encouraged individuals to try more natural remedies. The current research builds up the usefulness of herbal concoctions.
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