Abstract: Solanum xanthocarpum (Indian nightshade or Kantakari) is an important herb in Ayurveda, widely used for respiratory, liver, and inflammatory problems. The plant contains many active compounds, especially steroidal alkaloids like solasodine and solasonine, along with phenolics and triterpenes. These chemicals are responsible for its antioxidant, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, immunomodulatory, bronchodilator, antifertility, and antidiabetic effects. This review brings together updated information on its chemical composition  and medicinal uses, showing its potential for new herbal medicines and useful bioactive compounds. More research can help convert traditional knowledge into effective modern therapies for human health.

Keywords: Solanum xanthocarpum, Pharmacological Significance, solasodine, Herbal formulations.