'The Efficacy of Animal Horn as a Traditional Medicine in Asian Countries: A Review'

Autor: Queeniezyl Galleno, Jerry Labajo Jr., Jamel Lidasan, Diana Rose Quijada, Ma. Melody Angela J. Serrano, Bai Shariyah Sinsuat, Erwin M. Faller
Rok vydání: 2022
Zdroj: International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews. :3661-3666
ISSN: 2582-7421
DOI: 10.55248/gengpi.2022.3.5.25
Popis: Since ancient times, animal horn, shell, and plant products have been used in widespread cross-cultural healing practices and traditional medicine across various regions of Asia, particularly in the Philippines and China. Not only are their clinical effects supported by historical evidence, but at the same time, it also promotes the development of traditional medicine. This review administered the use of journal databases such as PubMed, Greenfield Advanced Research Publishing House, ResearchersLink, and PLOS One Journal. Furthermore, this review shows how the preparation of the animal horn as traditional medicine was made. Based on the findings of the articles used, the Carabao horn effectively treats various types of skin diseases or wounds. The deer horn or the deer antler base is proven effective as antiviral and anti-inflammatory in traditional Chinese medicine. The water buffalo horn is also effective as an antipyretic medicine. As a result, animal horns mentioned in this review are effective traditional medicine in treating various diseases.
Databáze: OpenAIRE