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Ahmed, H.;  Kilinc, S.G.;  Celik, F.;  Kesik, H.K.;  Simsek, S.;  Ahmad, K.S.;  Afzal, M.S.;  Farrakh, S.;  Safdar, W.;  Pervaiz, F.; et al. Anthelmintic Plants across the Globe. Encyclopedia. Available online: https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/40577 (accessed on 16 May 2024).
Ahmed H,  Kilinc SG,  Celik F,  Kesik HK,  Simsek S,  Ahmad KS, et al. Anthelmintic Plants across the Globe. Encyclopedia. Available at: https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/40577. Accessed May 16, 2024.
Ahmed, Haroon, Seyma Gunyakti Kilinc, Figen Celik, Harun Kaya Kesik, Sami Simsek, Khawaja Shafique Ahmad, Muhammad Sohail Afzal, Sumaira Farrakh, Waseem Safdar, Fahad Pervaiz, et al. "Anthelmintic Plants across the Globe" Encyclopedia, https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/40577 (accessed May 16, 2024).
Ahmed, H.,  Kilinc, S.G.,  Celik, F.,  Kesik, H.K.,  Simsek, S.,  Ahmad, K.S.,  Afzal, M.S.,  Farrakh, S.,  Safdar, W.,  Pervaiz, F.,  Liaqat, S.,  Zhang, J., & Cao, J. (2023, January 30). Anthelmintic Plants across the Globe. In Encyclopedia. https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/40577
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Livestock production plays a key role in the economic development of a country. Helminthiasis caused by a helminth infection is a major constraint in global livestock production. The mortality and morbidity in animal populations owing to infections caused by parasitic helminths are rapidly increasing worldwide. These parasitic worms are categorized into two major groups: roundworms (phylum Nematoda) and flatworms (phylum Platyhelminthes). Among these parasites, gastrointestinal parasites pose a serious threat to livestock production.

ethnomedicine anthelmintic medicinal plant helminth

1. Introduction

In recent decades, continuous and intensive use of synthetic anthelmintics has been the only method to control gastrointestinal nematodes. However, resistance to all available anthelmintic drug classes has been reported in livestock species. Resistance to an anthelmintic drug is often observed within a few years of introduction of the drug, indicating a remarkably high rate of resistance development, which likely results from a combination of large, genetically diverse parasite populations, and strong selection pressure for resistance. Plants are an ideal source of naturally occurring compounds that can be used as alternative dewormers in livestock [1]. Recently, some anthelmintics have demonstrated loss of efficacy owing to anthelmintic resistance [2]; as a result, parasitic load progressively increases, leading to high mortality and morbidity. Traditional use of medicinal plants for controlling helminth infections is more acceptable owing to the eco-friendly nature and sustainable supply of medicinal plants [3].
Table 1. List of anthelmintic plants and their extracts effective against flatworms (Platyhelminthes).

2. Effect of Plant Extracts in Drug-Resistant Helminths

Medicinal plant extracts have long been used against helminth parasites in humans and livestock; however, scientific support for their application and research on the characterization of active composites remains limited [40]. Numerous studies have investigated anthelmintic resistance, especially in small ruminants. Most studies have used the fecal egg count reduction test (FECRT), which is based on field management practices. Nevertheless, in vivo experiments on drug efficacy have been conducted in areas with high economic importance. Notably, sheep have been studied more extensively than other livestock species, and a broad spectrum of therapeutics have already been developed for sheep [41].
Molecular methods are promising strategies for in vivo and in vitro diagnosis of many infections and may prove to be effective in the detection of parasitic nematodes and anthelmintic resistance [42][43][44][45]. Gaining knowledge about the mechanisms of resistance will ultimately help to reduce anthelmintic drug resistance in parasites. The diagnosis of drug resistance associated with genomic changes using molecular techniques would help in avoiding unnecessary treatments and thus reduce health complications. However, the use of natural plant compounds has the potential to be a complementary control option that can reduce dependence on drug therapy and delay the development of resistance [42][44][46].
In general, many plant secondary metabolites including chalcones, coumarins, terpenoids, tannins, alkaloids, antioxidants, and flavonoids [47][48] possess anthelmintic and neurotoxic properties [49] and inhibit mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation [50][51]. These plant-based compounds typically show higher biological activity than synthetic compounds [52]. In many parts of the world, plants have been used for many generations and are still being used to treat parasitic diseases [53]. The identification of novel compounds from plants as anthelmintics is an emerging field of research. According to a study, between 2000 and 2019, 40 patents were granted for natural-product-based nematicides divided into seven structural classes [54], but none of them have yet been commercialized. However, difficulties in determining the mechanism of action of the main active ingredients in plant extracts are among the main barriers for researchers.

3. Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Plants for Helminth Parasite Control

Limited information is available on gastrointestinal helminth infections in livestock, which remain a major constraint to livestock production worldwide. Nevertheless, a recent study suggests that anthelmintic plants can be used as a potential resource to improve livestock production [35]. The use of plants as anthelmintics has certain benefits over contemporary veterinary treatments, including affordability, lack of adverse effects, and easy accessibility.
Although most of the information available about the antiparasitic properties of medicinal plants is oral and lacked scientific validity until recently, there is now a growing number of controlled laboratory experiments aiming to confirm and quantify anthelmintic plant activity [21]. Plants can be used in the following two manners: 1. plant parts can be used to cure infected animals naturally or 2. plant extracts and concoctions can be tested both in vitro and in vivo for their anthelmintic potential. The advantages of using antiparasitic plants include effectiveness against species resistant to synthetic anthelmintic drugs, limited or no risk of resistance development, and environmentally friendly procedure [39]. A major drawback is that, to date, only a small number of anthelmintic compounds such as macrocyclic lactones, cyclic octadepsipeptides, benzimidazoles, and imidazothiazoles have been identified in plants after decades of research [55]. Another drawback is the inconsistency between in vitro and in vivo studies on the use of plants as anthelmintics, raising questions regarding their validity and reliability [56]. Additionally, neurological effects associated with the dosage and bioavailability of some medicinal plants need to be elucidated before their use. The choice of an appropriate host–parasite system is tricky in in vivo studies because caring for the animal models adequately is expensive, time-consuming, and labor-intensive [57]. Other drawbacks include uncertainty about plant efficacy, nonspecific responses, irreproducible preparations, and potential negative consequences. An alternative strategy is to use plant secondary metabolites with anthelmintic activity [58]. Secondary metabolites exhibit various modes of action for anthelmintic activity. For example, tannins hinder the feeding process of parasites through forming complexes with parasite proteins or deactivating key enzymes [58]. Terpenes block the tyramine receptors of parasites, whereas alkaloids create unfavorable conditions in the host intestine by generating nitrated and free sugars [59][60]. However, it is important to conduct more studies on the underlying molecular mechanisms and adverse effects on the host to improve drug development.

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