Shubham A Ukarande
Government College of Pharmacy, India
Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Nat Prod Chem Res
Introduction: Trichodesma indica (Boraginaceae) aerial parts is commonly used in the traditional systems of medicine against various ailments like urinary tract disorders, skin irritations, worm disturbances as a component in health tonic preparation etc. Objectives: The present study gives first insight of anti-microbial, anthelmintic, anti-oxidant properties and preliminary phytochemical analysis of the aerial parts of Trichodesma indica. Methodology: All the analysis was done according to standard protocols. Results: The ethanolic extract produced significant anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anthelmintic properties in a dose-dependent manner. Preliminary phytochemical screening revealed the presence of alkaloids, steroids, flavonoids, tannins and phenols that may be the reason for its biological properties. Conclusion: This paper reporting the medicinal property of Trichodesma indica aerial parts and the further procedures of identification and isolation of active principles are in progress.
Shubham A Ukarande is currently pursuing BPharm from Government College of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad.
Email: shubham.uk7@gmail.com
