Neem has been an inherent part of the traditional medicine system for
centuries and it has now been universally accepted as a 'Wonder tree',
having multiple functions and uses. It is now being used by leading
pharmaceutical companies for producing high quality allopathic
medicines.Neem Active Ingredients and their Properties used in Medicines
The highest concentrations of the active ingredients are found in the seed and oil, they are found in lesser quantities in neem bark and leaves.
Nimbin: Anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic, anti-histamine, anti-fungal
Nimbidin: anti-bacterial, anti-ulcer, analgesic, anti-arrhythmic, anti-fungal
Ninbidol: Anti-tubercular, anti-protozoan, anti-pyretic
Gedunin: Vasodilator, anti-malarial, anti-fungal
Sodium nimbinate: Diuretic, spermicide, anti-arthritic
Quercetin: Anti-protozoal
Salannin: Insect repellent
Azadirachtin: Insect repellent, anti-feedant, anti-hormonal
Neem Medicines Manufactured by Companies to Cure Different Diseases
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Rheumatism
- Malaria
- Heart Disease
- Nervous Disorders
Neem parts are widely used in veterinary medicine and helps to cure different animal diseases. Neem is said to have anti viral properties, which in turn helps to cure many animal diseases. Neem is also used as an animal feed because it contains significant amount of protein, minerals except zinc, carotene etc. Neem leaf extracts are used by manufacturers in making poultry immuno stimulants.


