Abstract

STANDARDIZATION OF A SIDDHA FORMULATION WITH MODERN TECHNIQUES

Shree Devi M.S*, Ravichandiran.V, Jaya kumari.S

Abstract

Standardization of Siddha formulation is essential in order to assess the quality, purity, safety and efficacy of drugs based on the amounts of their active principles. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the Siddha formulation containing four active ingredients for asthma. In this study an attempt has been made to develop pharmacognostical and pharmaceutical standards for Siddha formulation. For evaluation of Siddha formulation containing many herbs various parameters were tested. Parameters for finished product include macroscopic, microscopic, loss of drying, total ash and extractive values. HPTLC study, heavy metal analysis, microbial analysis and pesticide residue analysis were carried out as a part of evaluation. Results indicate that Siddha formulation has passed through all organoleptic and physicochemical parameters.

Keywords: Standardization, Siddha formulation, Extractive value, HPTLC, Pharmacognostical and Pharmaceutical standards.