Journal of Developing Drugs
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Abstract

Coin Image of Action of Atropa belladonna in Crude and in Homoeopathic Potentised Form

Neeta Chavan

Atropa belladonna is a bifurcating herbaceous plant from Solanaceae natural order. Germination of seeds is difficult. Plant contains various alkaloids with various percentage in plant parts. Alkaloids are as Belladonnaare Atropine, Hyoscine (scopolamine), Hyoscyamine, and Belladonine having anticholinergic properties. They act through parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system. Hyoscyamine is an antagonist of muscarinic acetylcholine receptors. Atropine and Hyoscine having anticholinergic properties. By combine action they produce stimulation of higher centers of brain initially and then motor centers. Atropa belladonna is recommended in various pharmacological doses for various health disorders. According to Homeopathic fundamental principles homeopathic remedy Belladonna is prepared using entire Belladonna plant and its medication is used to cure a number of health conditions, particularly unexpected onset of infections with inflammation and intense heat. The Belladonna plant is highly noxious. But when is given as a homeopathic medication, it does not preserve the slightest trace of toxicity and become safe for human consumption along with its different indications. Homeopathic Belladonna is completely safe and effective for many health concerns and has different indications than pharmacological suggestions.