Immunostimulatory and anti-allergic potential of novel heterotrimeric lectin from seeds of Zizyphus mauritiana Lam.

Zizyphus mauritiana Lam. seeds (ZMS) have been used medicinally as sedative or hypnotic drugs in most of Asian countries. ZMS has significant benefits to the human health.

Anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory properties of Zizyphus mauritiana root bark.

An allergy may sometimes be very dangerous and one of the main factors responsible for allergy is the complement system which can lead to a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis. Cycloxygenase-1 (COX-1), Cycloxygenase-2 (COX-2) and 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LOX) trigger allergic and inflammatory reactions. A number of anti-allergic synthetic drugs are available but are costly and show many side effects.

Evaluation of Cissus quadrangularis extracts as an inhibitor of COX, 5-LOX, and proinflammatory mediators.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Cissus quadrangularis is an ancient medicinal plant. It is an active ingredient of one Ayurvedic formula called "Laksha Gogglu". Its stem is used in food preparation in India.