Abstract

Adhatoda vasica is widely used as medicinal plant which is famous for therapeutic and herbal medicine in Unani and Siddha. This plant is rich with wide range of bioactive alkaloids, and this plant particularly gives vasicine, vasicinone and deoxy vasicine which provide strengthen in bronchodilator, expectorant, antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This review clears up the current scientific new research on pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, traditional uses and modern pharmacological activities. The leaves of vasaca are commonly used in respiratory issues including asthma, tuberculosis, cough, bronchitis and fever. It is not only used for respiratory problems but also helps in bleeding disorders. The modern technology can evidence the respiratory issues, stop the growth of harmful microbes, lowering the sugar level in blood and reduce the inflammation in the body.by combining traditional knowledge with current research studies, this review recognized the importance of a Vasaca and highlight the importance of clinical research of recommended dosage, safety and therapeutic applications.