Formulation and evaluation of Polyherbal tablet by using Neem, Tulsi, Turmeric and Ginger extract

Abstract

Introduction: Cold and cough is the common disease condition which effects patient of every age. The treatment approach of medicinal herbs has been recognized for many decades and even longer for the treatment and prevention of cold and cough. The aim of the study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of polyherbal tablet. Polyherbal tablet containing herbs like Neem (Azadirachta indica), Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is used for curing cold and cough. This tablet formulation reduces the healing time for sore throat and boost up the immunity.
 Materials and methods: The preparation of the extract and manufacturing of the polyherbal tablet is by processing technique with extract based herbal formulation and evaluation for analytical standardization including qualitative and quantitative determination were carried out. The tablets were weighed individually, the hardness and thickness were measured, friability of the tablet was measured, and the disintegration time was observed. The colour was observed to be brownish yellow and no odour.
 Discussion: When combining the multiple herbs in a particular ratio, it will give a better therapeutic effect and reduce the toxicity. This review mainly focusses on importance of the polyherbalism and its clinical significance.
 Keywords: Polyherbal tablets, formulation, evaluation, hardness, disintegration time.