Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Hematinic Capsule for Pediatrics

Abstract

Hematinic deficiencies in children, including those related to iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12, are a serious health issue that impact a child's growth, development, and general wellbeing. Administration of dose, taste, and compliance are common problems with conventional therapies. To address these issues, the production and testing of polyherbal hematinic capsules intended for pediatric usage is the main focus of this work. Strong hematinic properties in plant extracts are selected with care, and the right processing methods are used for young users. The capsule size is adjusted for ease of swallowing, and the polyherbal mixture is improved to increase compliance. To ascertain the effectiveness, safety, and suitability for use in pediatric settings, testing is done. The created polyherbal hematinic capsules exhibit outstanding disintegration time, flow characteristics, and an hourly cumulative drug release of 97.7%. The results imply that hematinic polyherbal capsules have potential as a safe and efficient option for treating paediatric hematinic deficits, addressing compliance concerns and providing an appealing dose form.