Abstract :
Introduction: Kushta Nella-Tutia has a wide range of Pharmacological actions in Unani system of medicine. It is used both internally as well as externally. In Unani system of medicine, it is commonly used for Qatil e-deedane-am’a (Anthelmintic), Mundamil qurooh (Healing of wound), Aatishak (syphilis), Juzam (leprosy), Qarha asir al indimal (Indolent ulcers), Nawasir nafidha (Fistula).
Methods: Kushta Nella-Tutia has been evaluated by using classical, organoleptic and physicochemical tests. The methodology was followed according to the protocol of ASU drugs. Results: Physiochemical results revealed that Kushta Nella-Tutia is Black in color, odorless, lusterless, tasteless and soluble in organic solvents, but insoluble in water and all the physiochemical standards were set.
Conclusion: The present study has provided evidence-based scientifically validated data for the standardization of Kushta Nella-Tutia and will serve as a useful tool to minimize adulteration and substitution of Kushta Nella-Tutia. The standardization of herbal drugs is very important for quality control. it improves the efficacy and safety of the drug. Physiochemical results of Kushta Nella-Tutia will serve as a reference standard for identification in the future and the intern will prevent adulteration and improve the quality, identity, and purity of the drug.
Keyword :
Kushta Nella-Tutia, Herbo-Mineral, Standardization, Unani medicine