Ten medicinal plants.
Ten medicinal plants have been endorsed by the DOH-PITAHC, after they have been scientifically validated to ensure safety and efficacy.
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How many medicinal plants are approved in the Philippines?
In the Philippines, more than 1500 medicinal plants used by traditional healers have been documented [10], and 120 plants have been scientifically validated for safety and efficacy [11].
How many herbal medicines are approved by the DOH?
10 Herbal Medicines approved by DOH
| Herbal Medicine | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Guava | Anti-diarrheal Antiseptic (wound healing) |
| Garlic | Lowering blood cholesterol levels Antiseptic Hypertension Toothache Weight loss Immune booster |
| Yerba Buena | Pain Cough Colds Nausea Pruritus |
| Sambong | Diuretic Hypertension Antipyretic |
How many medicinal plants are scientifically validated by the Department of Health?
As of this day, there are 35,000-70,000 plant species that have been tested for their medicinal use.
What are the ten 10 medicinal plants in the Philippines that is endorsed by the DOH?
All ten (10) herbs have been thoroughly tested and have been clinically proven to have medicinal value in the relief and treatment of various aliments:
- Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
- Yerba (Hierba ) Buena (Mentha cordifelia)
- Sambong (Blumea balsamifera)
- Tsaang Gubat (Carmona retusa)
- Niyug-niyogan (Quisqualis indica L.)
How many herbal plants were documented?
Medicinal Plants Characteristics
The present study documented a total of 131 medicinal plant species distributed in 121 genera and 57 families.
What are the herbal medicines in the Philippines?
Directory of Herbs
- Bawang (Fil), Garlic (Eng) Scientific Name.
- Sambong (Fil) Scientific Name.
- Tsaang-gubat (Fil) Scientific Name.
- Ampalaya (Fil) Scientific Name.
- Yerba buena (Fil) Scientific Name.
- Ulasimang bato (Fil), Pansit-pansitan. Scientific Name.
- Bayabas (Fil), Guava (Eng) Scientific Name.
- Akapulko (Fil) Scientific Name.
What herbal medicine is a DOH approved and used to disinfect wounds?
Bayabas (Psidium guajava) – “guava” in English. It is primarily used as an antiseptic, to disinfect wounds.
What are the 10 medicinal plants and its uses?
A Guide to Common Medicinal Herbs
- Chamomile. (Flower) Considered by some to be a cure-all, chamomile is commonly used in the U.S. for anxiety and relaxation.
- Echinacea. (Leaf, stalk, root)
- Feverfew. (Leaf)
- Garlic. (Cloves, root)
- Ginger. (Root)
- Gingko. (Leaf)
- Ginseng. (Root)
- Goldenseal. (Root, rhizome)
What are the health products in the Philippines?
Facts and Figures
- Lagundi (Vitexnegundo) – Cough and asthma.
- Sambong (Blumeabalsamifera L.)
- Ampalaya (Momordicacharantia L.)
- Garlic (Allium sativum) – Anti-cholesterol.
- Guava (Psidiumguajava) – Oral/skin antiseptic.
- Tsaang-gubat (Carmona cetusa) – Mouthwash.
- Yerba-Buena (Menthaarvensis) – Analgesic or anti-pyretic.
How many herbal medicines are promoted by the Department of Health and are also included in Alternative medicine Act of 1997?
10
PITAHC – an attached agency of the Department of Health (DOH) – was established for the research and development of traditional and alternative healthcare in the country. Since the establishment of PITAHC in 1997, the DOH has endorsed only 10 scientifically-validated herbal plants.
How many percent of plants are used for medicinal purposes?
Ten percent of all vascular plants are used as medicinal plants [1], and there are estimated to be between 350,000 [2] and almost half a million [3] species of them. Since ancient times, plants have been used in medicine and are still used today [4].
How many plants have medicinal properties?
The number of effective medicinal plants he discussed was between 300 and 400 species.
What are these medicinal plants?
Top 10 Medicinal Plants
- Calendula (Calendula officinalis).
- Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla).
- Peppermint (Metha x piperita).
- Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum).
- Plantain (Plantago major).
- Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis).
- English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia “Vera”).
- Hops (Humulus lupulus).
What law created the Philippine Institute of traditional and alternative health Care?
Republic Act 8423
Republic Act 8423 (R.A. 8423) mandates the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care (PITAHC) “to improve the quality and delivery of health care services to the Filipino people through the development of traditional and alternative health care and its integration into the national health care
What are the five uses of medicinal plants?
Medicinal Plants & Their Uses
| Hindi Name | English Name | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Nagarmotha | Nut Grass | Fever, Diabetes, Solar Dermatitis |
| Punarnava | Spreading Hogweed | Anemia, Liver Diseases, Wounds |
| Shalparni | Shal Leafed Bush | Analgesic, Anti-Inflammatory |
| Tulsi | Holy Basil | Indigestion, Heart Diseases, Respiratory Diseases |
Who is the Filipino famous for his research on herbal medicine?
One of the first Filipinos to take a scientific approach to unlocking the medical potential of plants in the Philippines was Dr. Alfredo C. Santos.
How many medicines are derived from plants?
Today, around 11% of the drugs considered ‘basic’ and ‘essential’ by the World Health Organisation originated in flowering plants – and there are many more from those without flowers.
Which plant is known as Mother of medicine?
Holy basil is also known as “The Incomparable One”, “The Mother Medicine of Nature”,.
Who introduced herbal medicine in the Philippines?
In the Philippines the practice of herbal medicine has a very long history. It dates back to the middle ages when our forefathers first set foot in our land. The practice of using herbs as cure for diseases was carried out by “arbularyos” (traditional healers) [1].
What is Republic Act No 8423 or the traditional and Alternative medicine Act of 1997?
– It is hereby declared the policy of the State to improve the quality and delivery of health care services to the Filipino people through the development of traditional and alternative health care and its integration into the national health care delivery system.