Guduchi decoction an effective mouth rinse to reduce plaque and gingivitis
According to recent research, it has been observed that T. Cordifolia (Guduchi) decoction as mouth rinse in adjunct to scaling and routine brushing of teeth shows anti-plaque, anti-gingivitis, and antimicrobial action against gram negative organisms, as published in the Indian Journal of Dental Research.
Effective plaque control is necessary in order to arrest the progression of gingivitis into periodontitis. Numerous chemotherapeutic/antimicrobial agents have been evolved and are marketed in order to control plaque induced bacteria.
Chemotherapeutic agent like Chlorhexidine which is considered as the "gold standard mouthwash" have side effects like alteration of taste; staining of teeth, nausea and vomiting, and hence trials are being conducted to develop new alternative agents.
Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia/T.cordifolia) has been mentioned in the literature of Ayurveda and Indian Pharmacopeia, as a constituent of several compound preparations used in medical conditions like general weakness, dyspepsia, pyrexia and urinary diseases. It is commonly known as Giloy and is a glabrous and succulent plant.
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