Review: Beneficial Effect Of Bark Extract Of Terminalia Arjuna On Human Heart

Abstract

One of the greatest agents for cardioprotection is Terminalia arjuna. Arjuna has long been regarded as the go-to plant for treating a variety of heart-related issues. It works wonders for nourishing the heart and its muscles. It is highly beneficial for the cardiac muscles' normal contraction and relaxation. Maintaining a healthy heartbeat is another benefit. Additionally, it helps to increase blood density and is particularly effective in constricting blood capillaries, which is crucial for the heart's normal function.It is also useful for widening blood vessels, works wonders for clotting blood in the event of an injury, and is generally necessary to keep blood at the right thickness. This really aids in stimulating the heart to function at its peak efficiency. This coagulation property is achieved because it has an astringent taste, or kshaya rasa. According to a study, a 70% alcoholic extract of Terminaliaarjuna caused peripheral hypotension, corroborating the plant's traditional use in traditional cardiovascular medicine. Adrenergic ß 2-receptor agonistic or direct action on the heart may be the cause of the observed effect. Comprehensive research on the active ingredients is required, as this could yield fresh perspectives on cardiovascular medications. According to a 1988 study in the Journal of Research in Education in Indian Medicine, arjuna possesses diuretic, cardio tonic, and antihypertensive qualities. The International Journal of Crude Drug Research has released information on the hypolipidaemic characteristic. It has been demonstrated to raise HDL levels. That's what the Indian Medical Gazette (1992) said. Patients with angina who take a 500 mg dose of Arjuna Bark extract along with other medications for three months report significant improvements in their treadmill test and exercise tolerance with no negative side effects. Arjuna has coenzyme Q10 as well. Patients with heart conditions are prescribed this Coenzyme Q10 in order to prevent heart attacks. Its combination effects—such as the hypolipidemic effect and dosage-dependent reductions in blood pressure and heart rate—were responsible for its beneficial cardiovascular effect.