Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe)

Abstract

The article has been reviewed history, monograph, active chemical constituents, dosage forms, action mechanisms, clinical trial studies, side effects, drug Interaction, and precautions of ginger. The large review has been made by available manuscripts in internet, periodical magazines, and the newest published books. Ginger is a medicinal herb that used in treatment of some of diseases, including nausea, vomiting, rhomatoid artheritis and osteoarthritis. However, clinical studies supporting its value for treatment of diseases are lacking.

Keywords

• zingiber officinale
• ginger
• alternative medicine
• osteoarthritis
• antivometic
• antica