1.What is PDMD, and what does it contain?
PDMD is a database that contains information on more than 200 indigenous medicinal plants. It includes details such as Scientific Names, Common Names, Local Names, Utilized Parts, Active
Compounds, Unique ID, PubChem ID, Canonical SMILES, Kingdom, Phytochemical class, Phytochemical subclass, Mass, Extract, Part used, Geographical location, Model organism, Disease
Target, Anti-Inflammatory property, Anti-Oxidative property, Reference, and PubMed IDs of related articles.
2. What is the primary purpose of the PDMD database?
The primary purpose of the PDMD database is to serve as a repository of plants reported for muscle-wasting related ailments. It aims to understand the underlying mechanisms, identify key
phytochemical agents, and contribute to the discovery of novel disease treatments.
3. Who can benefit from using the PDMD database?
The PDMD database is intended for researchers and health practitioners interested in developing potential nutraceuticals to address various human health deficiencies. It provides valuable
phytochemical data for their work.
4. Is the PDMD database limited to muscle wasting diseases only
Yes, The PDMD database is dedicated to muscle wasting diseases only
5. How can I search for specific information in the database
User can search by selecting the specific information from drop down list, available in the search page.
6. Who can contribute to PDMD database?
The PDMD database is intended for researchers and health practitioners interested in developing potential nutraceuticals to address various human health deficiencies. It provides valuable
phytochemical data for their work, so anybody interested, can contribute to this database.
