Ocimum sanctum: 1 definition
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In Hinduism
Ayurveda (science of life)
Source: AYU: Efficacy of Rasayana AvalehaOcimum sanctum is used to alleviate suffering and adverse effects in the use of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy in the treatment of Cancer (a disease affecting mankind).—Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy have cytotoxic effects, which are hazardous to the normal cells of the patient, causing many unnecessary effects.—[...] An attempt has been made to counteract these sufferings through Ayurvedic treatment. Rasayana, that is, rejuvenation therapy, is a unique contribution of Ayurveda that provides multidimensional benefits. Rasayana Avaleha (an Ayurvedic preparation) as adjuvant to allopathic chemotherapy. The herbal preparation comprises, for example, Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum). [...] In a nutshell, Rasayana-avaleha is an effective adjuvant therapy in protecting the patient from the adverse effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.
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Full-text (+35): Apetarakshasi, Kalamala, Kalashaka, Nagamati, Maluka, Kathinjara, Krishnarjaka, Krishnamallika, Kathillaka, Kutheraka, Bhutapati, Garaghna, Tulasi, Kayastha, Garahana, Vanabarvara, Kadakakkorale, Tulasimale, Krishnamaluka, Karitulasi.
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Search found 23 books and stories containing Ocimum sanctum; (plurals include: Ocimum sanctums). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
The pharmacological activity of tulsi (ocimum sanctum) < [2017: Volume 6, February issue 2]
Ocimum sanctum (tulsi); protector of life < [2020: Volume 9, August special issue 9]
A review paper on ocimum tenuiflorum < [2024: Volume 13, January issue 1]
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Tulsi (Ocimum Sanctum Linn.): AN AYURVEDIC AND CONTEMPORARY REVIEW < [2021, Issue 12, December]
Hepatoprotective potential of bilwadi agada – a review < [2017, Issue II February,]
Role of oxidative stress in skin diseases an ayurvedic approach < [2022, Issue 4, April]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
Trial of Ocimum sanctum vs. chlorhexidine on plaque and gingivitis < [Volume 5 (issue 2), Apr-Jun 2014]
Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons < [Volume 5 (issue 4), Oct-Dec 2014]
Studying Tinospora cordifolia and Phyllanthus emblica for memory in mice. < [Volume 6 (issue 4), Oct-Dec 2015]
Comparative antimicrobial activities of Emblica officinalis and Ocimum sanctum < [Volume 27 (issue 2), Oct-Dec 2007]
Anxiolytic activity of ocimum sanctum leaf extract < [Volume 14 (issue 1-2), Jul-Dec 1994]
Pharmacological actions of cardipro on cardiovascular system < [Volume 18 (issue 1), Jul-Sep 1998]
Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
Medicinal Queen Herb of Ayurveda: Tulsi (Holy Basil) < [Volume 12, issue 3 (2024)]
A quadrangular approach towards prevention and management of non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (niddm) through ayurveda < [Volume 5, issue 6 (2017)]
A case study of successful Ayurveda management in the patient of Shwasa (asthma) < [Volume 11, issue 1 (2023)]
AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
Pharmacodynamic interaction of Tinospora cordifolia Willd. With Ocimum sanctum Linn. in isoproterenol-induced cardiac toxicity < [Volume 41 (2); 2020 (Apr-Jun)]
Efficacy of Ocimum sanctum, Aloe vera and chlorhexidine mouthwash on gingivitis: A randomized controlled comparative clinical study < [Volume 40 (1); 2019 (Jan-Mar)]
Effect of Sameera Pannaga Rasa (arsenomercurial formulation) in the management of Tamaka Shwasa (bronchial asthma) - Randomized double blind clinical study < [Volume 34 (4); 2013 (Oct-Dec)]
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