Composition Analysis of Marketed Poly Herbal Formulations
Keywords:
Herbal syrups, Tablets, Capsules, Ointments, Shampoos, LotionsAbstract
Herbal formulations are dosage forms comprising single or multiple herbs or modified herbs in stated amounts to furnish definite nutritional, cosmetic application and offer its use in diagnosis, treatment, mitigation of diseases of human beings or animals, alter the structure or physiology of human beings or animals. Herbal formulations are prepared by subjecting herbal substances after size reduction to any of the processes like extraction, distillation, expression, fractionation, purification, concentration or fermentation. This study focussed to review the composition of 100 marketed poly herbal preparations and identify the most prevalently used herb in each formulation. This study helps reveal current trends in herbal drug formulation, supporting better standardization, rational ingredient selection, and consistency in herbal medicines. The findings also serve as a useful reference for manufacturers, academicians, and students in Pharmacognosy and herbal drug technology. Additionally, the study aids quality control, regulatory evaluation, and research prioritization by highlighting herbs that are most frequently incorporated into marketed preparations. Understanding commonly used herbs can guide future pharmacological, clinical, and safety studies, ensuring that research efforts focus on ingredients with widespread therapeutic use and commercial relevance
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