Medicinal herbs are significant sources for treating various diseases. Peganum harmala is used traditionally as analgesic, anti-inflammatory, abortifacient and also used for the treatment of bronchial asthma. Several phytoconstituents have been isolated and identified from different parts of the plant belonging to the category alkaloids, flavonoids and amides. Many studies have been conducted to prove its potential as anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anthelmintic and for cytotoxic activity. The present review aims toward forming a bridge between traditional use and modern therapeutics of Peganum harmala.
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