Advanced Herbal
Technology
B. Pharmacy (Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University)
YS by Yogesh Sonwane
Introduction to Herbal Technology
Natural Sources Herbal Formulations
Nature has been a source of therapeutic agents for thousands Herbal products are gaining popularity due to their perceived
of years. advantages and fewer side effects.
Module 1:
Identification,
Authentication, and
Extraction of Herb
Herbal technology focuses on converting botanical materials into medicines.
Standardization and quality maintenance are crucial, combining traditional
knowledge with modern scientific techniques.
Methods of Plant Identification
1 Expert Determination 2 Recognition
This method involves a specialist in plant identification This method relies on prior knowledge and experience
to examine and classify a specimen. to identify a plant based on its characteristics.
3 Comparison 4 Use of Keys and Similar Devices
This method involves comparing a specimen to known This method utilizes tools like dichotomous keys to
samples or reference materials. guide identification based on specific features.
Expert Determination
Expert Determination
The most reliable method of identification involves expert determination.
Recognition
This method relies on extensive experience with the plant group in question.
Comparison
Comparing an unknown plant with named specimens, photographs, or
descriptions is a reliable method.
Keys and Devices
Using keys, synopses, outlines, and other devices is a widely used technique.
Authentication of Plant
Importance Methods
Authentication is crucial to ensure safety and effectiveness Morphological, anatomical, chemical, and DNA markers
of medicinal plants. are used to distinguish real material from adulterants.
Macroscopic Examination Microscopic Examination
Comparison of morphological characters visible to the Focuses on anatomical structures visible only with a
naked eye or under low magnification. microscope.
Institutes and Laboratories for Authentication
Central Councils National Institutes
1. Central Council for Research in Ayurveda and Siddha 1. National Institute of Homeopathy (NIH)
(CCRAS) 2. National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA)
2. Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) 3. National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM)
3. Central Council for Research in Homeopathy (CCRH) 4. National Institute of Neuropathy (NIN)
4. Central Council for Research in Yoga and Neuropathy 5. National Institute of Siddha (NIS)
(CCRYN)
6. Institute of Post-graduate Training and Research in
5. Central Council for Indian Medicines (CCIM) Ayurveda (IPGTRA)
6. Central Council for Homeopathy (CCH) 7. Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth (RAV)
8. Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY)
Module 3: Methods Of
Standardization Of Herbal
Drug
Standardization
1
Standardization ensures consistent quality and efficacy of
herbal drugs.
2 Methods
Various methods are used to standardize herbal drugs,
including chemical analysis, biological assays, and physical
parameters.
Importance
3
Standardization is crucial for safety, efficacy, and reproducibility
of herbal drug products.
Isolation and
Purification
Techniques
The standardization of herbal medicines is the process of prescribing a set of
standards or inherent characteristics, constant parameters, final qualitative and
quantitative values that include a guarantee of quality, efficacy, safety and
reproducibility.
Standardization and Quality
Control
Physicochemical Evaluation
Standardization and quality control involve physicochemical evaluation of
crude drugs, covering aspects like selection and handling of raw materials,
safety, efficacy, and stability assessment of the finished product.
Morphological and Organoleptic Evaluation
This includes morphological characteristics like color, odor, taste, shape,
and size. Detailed characteristics include fractures, texture, and venation.
Microscopic and Histological Evaluation
Important for both whole and powdered drugs. It includes studying
characteristics like parenchyma, trichomes, calcium oxalate crystals,
vascular bundle arrangements, stomata, and fibers.
Physical Evaluation
It includes various physical parameters like moisture content, solubility,
viscosity, refractive index, melting point, optical rotation, ash values,
extractives, and foreign organic matter.
