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Phytotherapies for COVID-19 in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC): Implications for present and future pandemics

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  • Danladi Chiroma Husaini
  • Orish Ebere Orisakwe
  • David Ditaba Mphuthi
  • Sani Maaji Garba
  • Cecilia Nwadiuto Obasi
  • Innocent Ejiofor Nwachukwu

Abstract

Purpose - This review aims to provide synoptic documentation on acclaimed anecdotal plant-based remedies used by Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) communities to manage COVID-19. The theoretical approaches that form the basis for using the anecdotally claimed phytotherapies were reviewed against current scientific evidence. Design/methodology/approach - In this paper plant-based remedies for managing COVID-19 were searched on social and print media to identify testimonies of people from different communities in LAC countries. Information was extracted, evaluated and reviewed against current scientific evidence based on a literature search from databases such as Journal Storage (JSTOR), Excerpta Medica Database (EMBASE), SpringerLink, Scopus, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Google Scholar and Medline to explore the scientific basis for anecdotal claims. Findings - A total of 23 medicinal plants belonging to 15 families were identified as phytotherapies used in managing COVID-19 in LAC communities. Originality/value - The plant-based remedies contained valuable phytochemicals scientifically reported for their anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant and anticancer effects. Anecdotal information helps researchers investigate disease patterns, management and new drug discoveries. The identified acclaimed plant-based remedies are potential candidates for pharmacological evaluations for possible drug discovery for future pandemics.

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  • Danladi Chiroma Husaini & Orish Ebere Orisakwe & David Ditaba Mphuthi & Sani Maaji Garba & Cecilia Nwadiuto Obasi & Innocent Ejiofor Nwachukwu, 2023. "Phytotherapies for COVID-19 in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC): Implications for present and future pandemics," Arab Gulf Journal of Scientific Research, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 41(4), pages 591-609, January.
  • Handle: RePEc:eme:agjsrp:agjsr-08-2022-0144
    DOI: 10.1108/AGJSR-08-2022-0144
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