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Abstract Title:

Toxoplasmosis and anti-Toxoplasma effects of medicinal plant extracts-A mini-review.

Abstract Source:

Asian Pac J Trop Med. 2016 Aug ;9(8):730-4. Epub 2016 Jun 28. PMID: 27569880

Abstract Author(s):

Ibrahim Al Nasr, Faiyaz Ahmed, Fawaz Pullishery, Saeed El-Ashram, Vardharajula Venkata Ramaiah

Article Affiliation:

Ibrahim Al Nasr

Abstract:

Toxoplasmosis is a globally distributed parasitic protozoan disease, caused by Toxoplasma gondii. The infection can result in more severe symptoms with potentially life-threatening in case of immunocompromised individuals. Sulfadiazine and pyrimethamine are the two drugs used as a part of standard therapy for toxoplasmosis. Researchers have demonstrated the therapeutic effects of medicinal plants for toxoplasmosis, which can be used as an alternative to standard drug therapy with reduced side effects. Traditional herbal plants are used by people to cure a large number of parasitic disorders. This review provides new insights into various medicinal plants that are used traditionally for the treatment of toxoplasmosis and other parasitic infections, which can be useful as an alternative treatment option for Toxoplasma gondii infections.

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