Pharmacologically active herbal remedies against atherosclerosis, characterization and DoE based marker

Rayadurgam Sireesha1, Manikandan Krishnan1, Muhammad Sadiq2,3

  • 1Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, SRM College of Pharmacy, SRMIST, Kattankulathur, Chengalpattu, Chennai 603203, India.

Insights

This study developed and standardized a polyherbal formulation for atherosclerosis, demonstrating its safety and potent antioxidant activity in cell-based assays. The research provides a scientifically validated approach for traditional herbal medicine in treating cardiovascular disease.

Area of Science:

  • Integrative Medicine
  • Pharmacology
  • Cardiovascular Research

Background:

  • Atherosclerosis is a leading global cause of death, necessitating novel therapeutic strategies.
  • Traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda utilize polyherbal compositions for various ailments.
  • Existing treatments for atherosclerosis can be improved with innovative approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To formulate, characterize, and standardize a novel polyherbal formulation for atherosclerosis.
  • To evaluate the safety and antioxidant potential of the formulation using in vitro assays.
  • To identify and quantify key phytomarkers for quality control.

Main Methods:

  • Design of Experiments (DoE) and densitometric studies for formulation optimization.
  • LC-MS for phytomarker identification.
  • MTT assay, Ao/EtBr staining, and intracellular ROS assay for cell viability and antioxidant activity.
  • Molecular docking for predicting antioxidant activity.

Main Results:

  • A highly desirable (0.962) and authenticated polyherbal formulation was developed.
  • The formulation exhibited no toxicity in THP-1 cell lines via MTT and Ao/EtBr assays.
  • Significant antioxidant activity was confirmed through intracellular ROS assays.

Conclusions:

  • The developed polyherbal formulation is safe and possesses significant antioxidant properties.
  • Standardized phytomarker quantification ensures formulation quality and reproducibility.
  • This research supports the therapeutic potential of polyherbal medicine for atherosclerosis, paving the way for clinical studies.