Title:

PHARMACOGNOSTICAL CHARACTERIZATION AND NEPHROPROTECTIVE EFFICACY OF BOERHAVIA DIFFUSA AQUEOUS EXTRACT

Author:

Rajiv Ranajn Kumar and Dr. Pankaj Motilal Chaudhari

Abstract:

Boerhavia diffusa (commonly known as Punarnava) is a well-known herb in Ayurvedic medicine with reputed nephroprotective properties. This study sought to characterize its pharmacognostic features and evaluate nephroprotective potential against experimentally induced renal damage in Wistar rats. Pharmacognostic parameters (macroscopy, microscopy, physicochemical analysis, phytochemical screening) confirmed identity and quality. The aqueous extract demonstrated significant amelioration of renal dysfunction, reduced oxidative stress markers, and improved histopathological architecture. Results suggest B. diffusa is a promising nephroprotective agent.

Keyword:

Boerhavia Diffusa, Nephroprotection, Oxidative Stress, Aqueous Extract.