Pharmacognostical and physicochemical analysis of Elaneer kuzhambu – An ayurvedic polyherbal formulation

Abstract

Anjana, or the application of medications to the eye as an ointment, fine powder, or tablets rubbed in suitable
solutions, is a method of administering effective formulations described in traditional Ayurvedic writings.
Daarvi, Hareetaki, Vibheetaki, Amalaki, Madhuka Naalikerajala, Shashi, Saindhava, and Maakshika are all
components of the test drug Elaneer Kuzhambu. Although Elaneer Kuzhambu is widely used in Kerala to
prevent cataracts from forming, its effectiveness has not been shown by scientific studies. This formulation
is thus selected for this analysis. Organoleptic testing, pharmacognostic testing, phytochemical analysis,
and high-performance liquid chromatography were all performed for the first time on this compound
formulation. The research reveals that Yashtimadhu has prismatic crystals, Daruharidra has yellowish
brown content and prismatic crystals, Haritaki has sclereids, tannin, and starch grains, and Hareetaki has
oleoresin, starch grains, and tannin. The total ash, specific gravity, and pH values from the phytochemical
examination are respectively 4.36, 1.47, and 1.39.