ABSTRACT

Introduction: Terminalia Chebula (TC) widely known as Haritaki is most often used herb in Ayurveda due to its wide range of therapeutic properties. It is a prime component of Triphala (Three fruit pulp combination of Terminalia Chebula, Terminalia Bellerica and Emblica Officinalis). Objective: Evaluation of phytochemical, physical & chemical profile of Haritaki churna. Materials & methods: Dried fruit of TC was subjected to Physicochemical and phytochemical tests to study its components and properties scientifically. Results & Conclusion: Physical analysis revealed 0.01% of moisture, water soluble ash 0.02% and total ash 0.08%. Phytochemical tests revealed the presence of Alkaloids, Sterols, Glycosides, Saponins, Flavonoids, Tannins and absence of Carbohydrates & Proteins. Keywords: Haritaki , Terminalia Chebula, Triphala
Publication date: 25/01/2022

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2022/11.1.2002