Abstract

A RESEARCH PEPAR ON FORMULATION AND EVALUTION OF A POLYHERBAL WOUND HEALING CREAM CONTAINING TRIDAX PROCUMBENS, TULSI AND TITHONIA DIVERSIFOLIA

Suvarna Khedkar*, Manasi Deshmukh*, Vaibhav Gadhave and Pallavi Phalke

Abstract

In India, there is a common weed called Tridax procumbens (also known as coat buttons). People have been using its leaves for centuries to treat wounds. The leaves are crushed into a paste and applied to the injured area. It is believed to help with cuts, wounds, and skin infections because it contains helpful chemicals like alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids and saponins. These chemicals have antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which help wounds heal. However, some studies have shown that it might not always help with healing in some cases. Tulsi (also called Holy Basil) is another plant widely used in India for thousands of years. It has many health benefits because it contains various chemicals like flavonoids, saponins, and phenols. These chemicals are known to be antiseptic, pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant. It’s often used in traditional medicine for treating infections and improving overall health. Tithonia diversifolia (a shrub or weed), also has medicinal properties. It has been found to have anti-bacterial, antiinflammatory, and anti-fungal effects. This plant is used by some ethnic communities to treat wounds and reduce inflammation. The study is focused on creating a cream that combines the extracts of Tridax procumbens, Tulsi and Tithonia diversifolia to help wounds heal faster. The plant extracts were mixed into a cream base, making sure the cream has the right texture, stability, and pH for safe use on the skin. Early results show that the cream is effective in killing bacteria and healing wounds. This cream could be a good, natural alternative to synthetic creams for wound care. However, more clinical tests are needed to confirm if it is completely safe and effective for widespread use.

Keywords: Polyherbal cream, Tridax procumbens, Tulsi, Tithonia Diversifolia, Wound Healing Properties.