Introduction to Nephroprotective Plants

The kidneys are a vital organ present in humans and vertebrate animals. Various toxic chemicals, present in food and water adversely affect the kidneys. Plants and plant-derived compounds have been a major source for the treatment and cure of diseases since ancient times. Even today, almost 25% of the prescription drugs for renal problems are sourced from plants. An Introduction to Nephroprotective Plants gives an overview of nephrotoxicity and medicinal plants used for protecting the kidney and reducing the effect of kidney toxicity and managing renal diseases. This book is an answer to the current gaps in knowledge resources on nephroprotective plants. The reader is introduced to the basic physiology of the renal excretory system and its disorders. The introduction is followed by chapters which give information on medicinal plants used in traditional systems of medicine (both codified and noncodified). Information about plant parts used, method of use and dosage is provided along with references. Key Features: - Simple structured presentation in six chapters- Includes an introduction to the urinary system and its diseases- Includes information about codified and noncodified medicinal plants used for neuroprotection- Covers phytochemicals extracted from medicinal plants which are screened and used in modern medicine for nephroprotection in detail.- Covers ethnobotanical and polyherbal formulations- References for further reading