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VOL. 10, ISSUE 6 (2025)
A review – On different evaluation methods of crude drugs
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Pranali B Bandgar, Amol V Pore, Gopika D Dongare, Sanjay K Bais
Abstract
Evaluation is a
systematic process utilized to ascertain quality, cleanliness in addition to
authenticity of unrefined medications using defined standards. It is essential
to ensuring that drugs used in herbal and traditional medicine are safe,
effective, and of good quality. The main methods of evaluation include
organoleptic, microscopic, physicochemical, and biological evaluations.
Organoleptic evaluation involves assessing the drug by its color, odor, taste,
and texture. Microscopic evaluation helps in identifying structural and
cellular features. Physicochemical evaluation includes testing parameters like ash
value, moisture content, and extractive value. Biological evaluation determines
the pharmacological activity and therapeutic potential of the drug. The
selection of evaluation methods depends on the nature of the crude drug, the
type of information required, and the regulatory standards to be followed. The
aim of crude drug evaluation is to guarantee the identity, purity, security and
effectiveness of natural goods. Proper evaluation of crude drugs provides
several benefits, such as prevention of adulteration, assurance of consistent
quality, accurate identification, and improved therapeutic effectiveness.
Overall, systematic evaluation helps in maintaining the reliability and
standardization of herbal medicines used in healthcare.
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Pages:23-30
How to cite this article:
Pranali B Bandgar, Amol V Pore, Gopika D Dongare, Sanjay K Bais "A review – On different evaluation methods of crude drugs". International Journal of Academic Research and Development, Vol 10, Issue 6, 2025, Pages 23-30
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