Author(s):
Monika S, Thirumal M
Email(s):
thirumam@srmist.edu.in
DOI:
10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00356 
Address:
Monika S, Thirumal M*
Department of Pharmacognosy, SRM College of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Kattankulathur-603203, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 19,
Issue - 6,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Carissa carandas, a member of the Apocynaceae family and known as Karamarda in Sanskrit, is an important plant in Ayurveda, valued for its medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antiviral, antipyretic, and cardiotonic effects. This study focused on assessing the quantitative and antioxidant potential of C. carandas leaf extract. Quantitative and antioxidant analysis was carried out using five solvents: petroleum ether, chloroform, ethyl acetate, ethanol, and methanol. The investigation revealed the presence of several bioactive compounds, including cardiac glycosides, alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, phenols, steroidal saponins, and tannins. Methanol extraction demonstrated the highest yield of these compounds, with varying concentrations across the solvents tested. These findings serve as a valuable reference for further research on C. carandas leaves, particularly for isolating and studying bioactive compounds in future applications.
Cite this article:
Monika S, Thirumal M. Quantitative Estimation of Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activity of Carissa carandas Leaves. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(6):2492-6. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00356
Cite(Electronic):
Monika S, Thirumal M. Quantitative Estimation of Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activity of Carissa carandas Leaves. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(6):2492-6. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00356 Available on: https://www.rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-19-6-13
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