Herbs as a Source for the Treatment of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Jada Naga Lakshmi,
Ankem Narendra Babu,
S. S. Mani Kiran,
Lakshmi Prasanthi Nori,
Nageeb Hassan,
Akram Ashames,
Richie R. Bhandare,
Afzal B. Shaik
Affiliations
Jada Naga Lakshmi
Department of Pharmacology, Vignan Pharmacy College, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Vadlamudi 522213, Andhra Pradesh, India
Ankem Narendra Babu
Department of Pharmacology, Sir C.R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra University, Eluru 534007, Andhra Pradesh, India
S. S. Mani Kiran
Department of Pharmacognosy, Vignan Pharmacy College, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Vadlamudi 522213, Andhra Pradesh, India
Lakshmi Prasanthi Nori
Department of Pharmaceutics, Shri Vishnu College of Pharmacy, Andhra University, Bhimavaram 534202, Andhra Pradesh, India
Nageeb Hassan
Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Pharmacy & Health Science, Ajman University, Ajman P.O. Box 346, United Arab Emirates
Akram Ashames
Center of Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, Ajman P.O. Box 346, United Arab Emirates
Richie R. Bhandare
Center of Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, Ajman P.O. Box 346, United Arab Emirates
Afzal B. Shaik
St. Mary’s College of Pharmacy, St. Mary’s Group of Institutions Guntur, Affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada, Chebrolu, Guntur 522212, Andhra Pradesh, India
Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a neuroendocrine metabolic disorder characterized by an irregular menstrual cycle. Treatment for PCOS using synthetic drugs is effective. However, PCOS patients are attracted towards natural remedies due to the effective therapeutic outcomes with natural drugs and the limitations of allopathic medicines. In view of the significance of herbal remedies, herein, we discuss the role of different herbs in PCOS. Methods: By referring to the Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, Crossref and Hinari databases, a thorough literature search was conducted and data mining was performed pertaining to the effectiveness of herbal remedies against PCOS. Results: In this review, we discuss the significance of herbal remedies in the treatment of PCOS, and the chemical composition, mechanism of action and therapeutic application of selected herbal drugs against PCOS. Conclusions: The present review will be an excellent resource for researchers working on understanding the role of herbal medicine in PCOS.
