Evaluation of Therapeutic Efficacy of Ethanolic Extract of Terminalia Chebula as an Anti Bacterial and Anti Oxidant Agent

Abstract

Terminalia chebula, a phyto-medicinal herb extensively utilized in India, boasts remarkable healing properties. Its therapeutic potential encompasses a range of benefits, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities. Through phytochemical analysis, it has been revealed to contain various chemical constituents such as alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, steroids, saponins, and glycosides. Moreover, studies evaluating its in vitro antioxidant and antibacterial activities have been conducted . Notably, Terminalia chebula has demonstrated a zone of inhibition against pathogens like Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Salmonella enterica.