ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Pharmacognosy of Clove & Digitallis

Digitalis is a substance derived from the dried leaves of the common foxglove plant, Digitalis purpurea, that is used to treat certain heart conditions. History Digitalis has been used in clinical medicine for over two centuries. It was first included in the Edinburgh Pharmacopoeia in 1744, and in the Paris Pharmacopoeia in 1748.Digitalis increases the amount of calcium in the heart's cells, slows the signals that start in the sinoatrial (SA) node, and binds to sodium and potassium receptors in the heart muscle. Digitalis is used to treat congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and other heart conditions. Side effects Digitalis can cause side effects such as irregular heartbeat, palpitations, shortness of breath, sweating, fainting, skin rash or hives, and headache.