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The esteem in which Peganum Harmala is held amongst peoples of the East is extraordinary. Most commonly it is used as an incense. Although there are repeated but vague reports of the employment of Peganum harmala as a traditional hallucinogen, its actual narcotic use in inducing visions has not yet been established beyond a doubt. It certainly has some mindaltering effects including sedation. It shows antibacterial activity and is fairly effective against Protozoans. Its decoction is given for laryngitis. It helps against boldness, period aches, worms and lice.
1. Harmine inhibits phophodiesterase and increases cAMP & cGMP levels, thus reduce the level of free radicals,
2. Harmine depresses the amplitude of the action potential and the maximum velocity of the upstroke,
3. Harmine possesses cytotoxic and genotoxic activity, helpful to cure tumor cells,
4. Harmine is a potent antinociceptive agent,
5. Harmine shows significant vasorelaxant effect.
1. As raw materials of drugs for lowering blood pressure and Alzheimer's disease, it is mainly used in pharmaceutical field,
2. As active ingredient of products for improving blood circulation and benefiting stomach, it is mainly used in health product industry,
3. As food supplements and natural pigment, it is widely used in food industry.
