In Vitro Evaluation of Quality Control Standards and Antioxidant Activity of a Compound Ayurveda Formulation: Agastya Haritaki Rasayana

Abstract

Introduction: Agastya Rasayana is one of the unique formulations which are said to have a property of rejuvenation apart from its other wide range of therapeutic applications. Agastya Rasayana comprises a blend of herbal ingredients believed to support health and wellbeing through various mechanisms like; anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, immune-modulatory, tissue repair and regeneration which are essential to maintain physiological functioning. The present study was planned to understand its antioxidant activity to establish its mode of action scientifically and also to provide scientific evidence for the traditional use of Agastya Haritaki Rasayana. One of the recognized methods for the evaluation of antioxidant activity of plant extracts is DPPH free radical scavenging.

Materials & Methods: The formulation Agastya Rasayana was analysed for its antioxidant activity using in vitro assays, that is, DPPH free radical scavenging. Additionally, it was also subjected to quality control measures such as physicochemical and microbiological tests to assess its purity and potency, ensuring compliance with established standards for herbal products.

Results: The findings indicate that Agastya Rasayana exhibits significant antioxidant capacity, demonstrating effective free radical scavenging activity. The antioxidant activity is likely attributed to the presence of specific phytochemicals within the formulation, which may mitigate oxidative damage to the body tissues.

Conclusions: These results suggest that Agastya Rasayana could serve as a natural source of antioxidants, offering protective effects against oxidative stress and potentially reducing the risk of diseases.