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Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Anti-inflammatory oil using Tamarindus Indica oil, Vitex Negundo oil and Ipomoea batatas oil

  1. Amol Tanaji Ubale Department of Pharmacy, Vijayrao Naik college of Pharmacy,Shirval, kankavli,Sindhudurg
  2. Sawant Sakshi Satish Department of Pharmacy, Vijayrao Naik college of Pharmacy,Shirval, kankavli,Sindhudurg
  3. Sutar Rishikesh Vishnu Department of Pharmacy, Vijayrao Naik college of Pharmacy,Shirval, kankavli,Sindhudurg
  4. Nadaf Juber Shahajahan Department of Pharmacy, Vijayrao Naik college of Pharmacy,Shirval, kankavli,Sindhudurg
  5. Pandhare Suhas Vilas Department of Pharmacy, Vijayrao Naik college of Pharmacy,Shirval, kankavli,Sindhudurg
  6. Shinde Shravani Mahadev Department of Pharmacy, Vijayrao Naik college of Pharmacy,Shirval, kankavli,Sindhudurg

Abstract

The formulation and evaluation of a herbal anti-inflammatory oil derived from the leaves of Tamarindus indica (Tamarind) Ipomoea batatas (Sweet potato) Vitex negundo (Nirgundi) aim to explore the therapeutic potential of these plants in managing pain and inflammation. Tamarind leaves are rich in flavonoids like quercetin, which primarily provide anti-inflammatory benefits by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines, though their analgesic effects are moderate. Nirgundi leaves contain eugenol, known for its strong analgesic properties, offering immediate pain relief and effective modulation of inflammatory pathways. Sweet potato leaves, packed with vitamins and antioxidants, complement these oils by promoting healing and further reducing inflammation. When combined, the strengths of all these three plants create a synergistic effect, enhancing overall efficacy.

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