DOI: 10.5152/IstanbulJPharm.2018.412321
Turkey has a rich plant diversity due to
its geography and many of these plants are used in the treatment of various
diseases. The usage of these medicinal plants has been passed down from
generation to generation. Ethnobotanical studies are used to record traditional
treatment methods and this information is intended to contribute to drug
development studies. This study (which is the fourth article in a series
focusing on plants with painkilling properties) details the plants used to
combat toothache. In this survey, which was prepared by screening ethnobotanical
research, a total of 52 taxa were traditionally used in toothache treatment in
Turkey. Scientific and local names, families, parts used, and treatment methods
of these plants were recorded. According to the results of the research, the
most common families are Lamiaceae, Asteraceae, Solanaceae, Euphorbiaceae,
Liliaceae and Rosaceae. The most commonly used taxa in different regions of
Turkey are Cornus mas, Dianthus zonatus var. zonatus and Hyocyamus niger. These
plants contain analgesic and anti-inflammatory compounds. These plants are
usually used externally as extracts (infusion/decoction) as well as are used
directly. However, a few species are also used externally.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences |
Journal Section | Review |
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Publication Date | August 31, 2018 |
Submission Date | March 28, 2018 |
Published in Issue | Year 2018 Volume: 48 Issue: 2 |