A current review for some methodological aspects on using Crocus sativus and Whitania somnifera sp. extracts in the treatment of schizophrenia

Abstract

Schizophrenia is a severe mental illnes that affects population all around the world which poses a problem for the abilities of the affected person as well as their family members. Aim of the study: This narrative review has as its objective the potential evaluation of treatment with extracts from Crocus sativus and Whitania somnifera on patients with schizophrenia. Results: The plant extracts C. sativus and W. somnifera have a very well developed extraction method and beneficial effects in the case of patients with schizophrenia. Conclusion: Crocus sativus and Whitania somnifera extracts could be used as an adjuvant treatment for positive and negative simptoms in schizophrenia.