Indian Herbal Plants used as Antipyretic: A review

Abstract

The World Health Organization has listed approximately 21,000 plants, which are used for medicinal purpose
around the world. Among these 2500 varieties are in India, out of which 150 species are used commercially on a
fairly large scale. The role of traditional medicines in the solution of health problems is priceless on a global level.
As estimated by WHO, 80% population of underdeveloped countries rely on traditional system of medicine. India is
the chief producer of medicinal herbs and is called as botanical garden of the world. Plant based drugs are used as
remedial agents or their chief constituent separated by chemical processes which are employed as medicines. The
most common illness is fever which is pharmacological known as pyrexia characterized by elevation of body
temperature above 37° C. Fever is associated with symptoms of sickness behavior which consist of lethargy,
depression, anorexia, sleepiness, & inability to concentrate. Traditional use of herbal medicine is very basic and
integral part of various cultures and spread of modern science. Medicinal plants are the only easily accessible health
care alternative for most of our population and traditional medicines remained a part of our integral health system.
The use of Ayurvedic medicines are common in both adults and children and are increasing in many areas of the
world. This review article will discuss the benefits with use of herbal medicines as Antipyretic activity.