Traditional use of medicinal plants for urinary tract infections in Serbia: a scoping review

46th International Congress for the History of Pharmacy (2024) (стр. 67-83)

 

АУТОР / AUTHOR(S): Aleksandar Jovanović , Anđela Dragićević , Dragana Pavlović , Dušanka Krajnović

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DOI: 10.46793/ISHP46.067J

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

The use of medicinal plants dates back to ancient civilizations, where they were the primary form of treatment. This interest has evolved with scientific advances and led to their modern use. Around 13000 medicinal plants are used worldwide, and 65-80% of the population uses them for therapeutic purposes. In Serbia, approximately 700 medicinal plant species are found, of which around 420 are actively used. An important medical field in which medicinal plants play a crucial therapeutic role is the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs). This study aimed to collect and document the diverse uses of medicinal plants and the traditional knowledge in Serbia regarding their therapeutic applications in treating UTIs.

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This research was supported by the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia (Grant No. 451-03-65/2024-03/200113 and 451-03-66/2024-03/200113).

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