Bacopa monnieri L. (family Scrophulariaceae) is a traditional medicinal plant in India, commonly known as “brahmi”. Used for different diseases such asnervous disorder, respiratory problem, leprosy, splenomegaly, skin disease etc. In the present study, the ethanolic and aqueous extract of the leaf callus of Bacopa monnieri was investigated for its phytochemical analysis by modified Kirby-Bauer ...

Role of Bacopa monniera in retaining memory & learning is well known. Some recent observations have also indicated its possible role as antidepressant. However, conclusive evidences are still lacking. Therefore, in the present investigation we aim to investigate the therapeutic efficacy of Bacopa monniera in alleviating the symptoms of stress related disorders in rats exposed to chronic unpredi...

Bacopa monnieri Linn. is an important medicinal plant belonging to family scrophulariaceae. Bacopa is a neurotonic, immuno-modulator, tranquilizing, memory and learning enhancing, cerebral activator, anti-ulcer, antispasmodic, anti-asthmatic. It is also used in Epilepsy, anxiety and depression. Major component of Bacopa are saponins Bacoside A and Bacoside B. The cell suspension culture of Baco...

OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of Bacopa monnieri Linn. for improvement of memory performance in healthy older persons. STUDY DESIGN This was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS The trial took place in Lismore, NSW, Australia between February and July 2005. Ninety-eight (98) healthy participants over 55 y...

ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst., a plant belonging to the family Scrophulariaceae, has been used in the traditional system of Ayurvedic medicine to improve intelligence and memory for a long time. Therefore, the potential of this plant to protect against Alzheimer's disease has been raised but less supported document is available. AIM OF THE STUDY To determine the ...

Three medicinal plants Abutilon mauritianum, Bacopa monnifera and Datura stramonium were assessed for phytochemical components and antimicrobial activity. The results revealed that all the three plant extracts contained saponins, tannins and alkaloids. Only Datura stramonium contained glycosides. The plants exert varying inhibitory effects on Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumonia and Esc...

Lysosomal and microsomal acid phosphatase activity was estimated in midgut tissue of silkworm larvae, Bombyx mori L. (Lepidoptera: Bombycidae), after induced oxidative stress by D-galactose. The larvae were simultaneously were treated with ethanolic extracts of Bacopa monniera and Lactuca sativa to study their antioxidant properties. Lipid peroxidation and fluorescence was measured to analyze e...

The detrimental effect of neuronal cell death due to oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction has been implicated in age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease. The Indian herb Bacopa monnieri is a dietary antioxidant, with animal and in vitro studies indicating several modes of action that may protect the brain against oxidative damage. In p...

Introduction Bacopa monniera, also referred to as Bacopa monnieri, Herpestis monniera, water hyssop, and “Brahmi,” has been used in the Ayurvedic system of medicine for centuries. Traditionally, it was used as a brain tonic to enhance memory development, learning, and concentration, and to provide relief to patients with anxiety or epileptic disorders. The plant has also been used in India and ...

While Ayurvedic medicine has touted the cognitive enhancing effects of Bacopa monniera for centuries, there is a need for double-blind placebo-controlled investigations. One hundred and seven healthy participants were recruited for this double-blind placebo-controlled independent group design investigation. Sixty-two participants completed the study with 80% treatment compliance. Neuropsycholog...