Department of Pharmaseutical, Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology, Meerut-250005, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Department of Pharmacognosy, SD College of Pharmacy & Vocational Studies, Muzaffarnagar UP, India.
Curr Drug Saf. 2024;19(4):407-416. doi: 10.2174/0115748863274759231221093309.
The use of herbal drugs as alternative and complementary medicine has increased in popularity, raising concerns about their safety profile. Aloe vera, a plant with diverse therapeutic properties, has been extensively used for centuries. This review aims to assess the therapeutic activity and safety profile of . A comprehensive literature search was conducted to gather relevant information from various biomedical databases. The chemical composition, mechanism of action, and therapeutic activities of were analyzed. Aloe vera contains numerous active components such as vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, lignin, saponins, and anthraquinones. Its mechanisms of action involve collagen synthesis, anti-inflammatory effects, immune modulation, laxative properties, and antiviral activity. has demonstrated potential therapeutic benefits in wound healing, diabetes management, liver and kidney protection, and glycemic control. However, it is essential to consider potential side effects, such as skin irritation and allergic reactions. This review provides evidence-based information to improve patient safety and promote informed decisions regarding the use of as a therapeutic agent.
草药作为替代和补充医学的使用越来越普及，这引起了人们对其安全性的关注。芦荟，一种具有多种治疗特性的植物，已经被广泛使用了几个世纪。本综述旨在评估 的治疗活性和安全性概况。我们进行了全面的文献检索，从各种生物医学数据库中收集相关信息。分析了 的化学成分、作用机制和治疗活性。芦荟含有多种活性成分，如维生素、酶、矿物质、糖、木质素、皂苷和蒽醌。其作用机制包括胶原合成、抗炎作用、免疫调节、通便作用和抗病毒活性。 在伤口愈合、糖尿病管理、肝肾功能保护和血糖控制方面显示出潜在的治疗益处。然而，必须考虑到潜在的副作用，如皮肤刺激和过敏反应。本综述提供了循证信息，以提高患者安全性，并促进在将 作为治疗剂使用方面做出明智的决策。
