Therapeutic Potential of Herbal Compounds in Curing Dysmenorrhea Naturally: A Review

Abstract

Dysmenorrhea being an effect of uterine contractions in the endometrium is a consequential health concern that may hamper a woman quality of life and disrupt everyday activities. It is described as pain throughout the menstrual cycle which is one of the most prominent causes of pelvic pain in women. Traditional medicine and Ayurveda has for centuries stipulated and employed herbs to treat a variety of illnesses. These herbs contain various bioactive compounds that can be exploited to cure serious health complications of human body. The Purpose of this manuscript is to review every aspect of the menstrual cycle and its mechanism, as well as the application of various conventional treatments and herbal remedies. Numerous scientific studies have been carried out over the past several decades with the ultimate objective of preserving the traditional knowledge of medicinal herbs employed in food and medicine. Herbals like ginger, chamomile, fennel, saffron, onion, nimm primary compounds include Gingerols, terpenoids, flavonoids, coumarins, phyto-molecules, thiosulfanates that possess anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor activities, anti-hyperglycemia, and analgesic properties, which can lower the pain during dysmenorrhea. Literature was searched and data was collected related to herbs from different sources like Pubmed, Google scholar, Science direct. Despite many studies and research, there are many factors that need more information related to herbal medicines and it is necessary to acquire more knowledge about the pertinent hormonal balance induced by herbal remedies.

Keywords: Active compounds; Dysmenorrhea; Herbs; Inflammation; Prostaglandins; treatment.