Comparison of Angiographic Characteristics and Risk Factors in Young and Middle-Aged Patients with Coronary Artery Disease

Purpose:The purpose of this review is to highlight the traditional medicinal significance of Achyranthes aspera (Family: Amaranthaceae) and to summarize the existing knowledge regarding its phytochemical constituents and pharmacological activities.Since the plant is widely used in folk medicine for treating various infections and inflammatory conditions, this review aims to present updated information that may support its potential application in modern therapeutic research.Methods: The review is based on previously published scientific studies related to Achyranthes aspera, focusing on literature that reports its chemical composition and biological effects.Information was gathered from research articles, traditional medicine documentation, and ethnopharmacological studies describing the medicinal use of different plant parts such as seeds, roots, stems, leaves, and shoots.Results: The reviewed data indicate that Achyranthes aspera contains significant phytochemicals including tannins, terpenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids, fatty acids, achyrantine, amino acids, and dihydroxy ketones.These constituents contribute to various pharmacological actions such as immunostimulatory, antiallergic, antiasthmatic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and hypoglycemic effects.The plant is widely employed in traditional healing systems in Asian and African regions, where it is used safely to treat bacterial, fungal, skin-related, and allergic disorders. Conclusion:The collected evidence suggests that Achyranthes aspera is a promising medicinal plant with diverse therapeutic properties.Although extensive studies have been conducted on its extracts, further research is needed to explore its phytochemical profile in greater depth and to understand the mechanisms responsible for its pharmacological effects.This may help in developing new natural drug formulations and expanding its use in modern healthcare.