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Salehi D, Narenjkar Esfahani R. Treatment of Angina with Indigenous Iranian Medicinal Plants: Perspectives from Traditional Medicine. pbp 2025; 7 (1) :34-39
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Treatment of Angina with Indigenous Iranian Medicinal Plants: Perspectives from Traditional Medicine
1- Department of General Surgery, School of Medicine, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
2- Faculty of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran ,reyhanehnarenjkar@gmail.com
2- Faculty of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran ,
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Objective: Angina pectoris is characterized by chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart, often caused by narrowed coronary arteries. This review examines medicinal plants traditionally used in Iran to alleviate angina symptoms, exploring both historical and modern applications. The goal is to enhance understanding of potential natural remedies for this condition.
Methods: This systematic review aimed to identify literature on the use of medicinal plants for angina pectoris. Searches were conducted across major scientific databases like Web of Science, PubMed, and Scopus, using keywords related to chest pain and herbal treatments. Articles included in the review were required to be in Farsi or English, focus on the effects of medicinal plants on angina, and be original research, reviews, or clinical trials, while excluding those with insufficient data or irrelevant content.
Results: Traditional Iranian medicine incorporates a rich array of herbal remedies for various ailments, including angina pectoris. Among the most commonly employed medicinal plants in Iran are garlic (Allium sativum), coriander (Coriandrum sativum), asafoetida (Ferula assa-foetida), cumin (Cuminum cyminum), ajwain (Carum copticum), parsley (Petroselinum crispum), pomegranate (Punica granatum), ginger (Zingiber officinale), green pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo), orange (Citrus sinensis), banana (Musa spp.), guava (Psidium guajava), apple (Malus domestica), turmeric (Curcuma longa), borage (Borago officinalis), lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), aloe vera (Aloe vera), almond (Prunus dulcis), basil (Ocimum basilicum), and alfalfa (Medicago sativa). These plants have been historically utilized as potential remedies for chest pain in Iranian traditional medicine.
Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that traditional Iranian medicine offers a diverse array of medicinal plants with potential therapeutic benefits for angina pectoris. The identified plants exhibit a range of pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, sedative, and antispasmodic effects. Additionally, these plants may contribute to improved blood circulation, potentially alleviating the symptoms of chest pain associated with angina.
Methods: This systematic review aimed to identify literature on the use of medicinal plants for angina pectoris. Searches were conducted across major scientific databases like Web of Science, PubMed, and Scopus, using keywords related to chest pain and herbal treatments. Articles included in the review were required to be in Farsi or English, focus on the effects of medicinal plants on angina, and be original research, reviews, or clinical trials, while excluding those with insufficient data or irrelevant content.
Results: Traditional Iranian medicine incorporates a rich array of herbal remedies for various ailments, including angina pectoris. Among the most commonly employed medicinal plants in Iran are garlic (Allium sativum), coriander (Coriandrum sativum), asafoetida (Ferula assa-foetida), cumin (Cuminum cyminum), ajwain (Carum copticum), parsley (Petroselinum crispum), pomegranate (Punica granatum), ginger (Zingiber officinale), green pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo), orange (Citrus sinensis), banana (Musa spp.), guava (Psidium guajava), apple (Malus domestica), turmeric (Curcuma longa), borage (Borago officinalis), lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), aloe vera (Aloe vera), almond (Prunus dulcis), basil (Ocimum basilicum), and alfalfa (Medicago sativa). These plants have been historically utilized as potential remedies for chest pain in Iranian traditional medicine.
Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that traditional Iranian medicine offers a diverse array of medicinal plants with potential therapeutic benefits for angina pectoris. The identified plants exhibit a range of pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, sedative, and antispasmodic effects. Additionally, these plants may contribute to improved blood circulation, potentially alleviating the symptoms of chest pain associated with angina.
Received: 2024/09/9 | Accepted: 2025/02/28 | Published: 2025/02/28
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