FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF JACKFRUIT SYRUP FOR THE TREATMENT OF ASTHMA
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https://doi.org/10.48047/h741hc12Keywords:
Jackfruit,, Asthma, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, ArtocarpusAbstract
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease marked by airway inflammation, bronchial hyperresponsiveness, and recurring symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and breathlessness. Although conventional therapies, including corticosteroids and bronchodilators, are widely used, they are often associated with adverse effects and long-term dependency. The present study aims to formulate and evaluate a jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus)-based syrup for its potential use in the management of asthma. Jackfruit is a tropical fruit rich in bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, phenols, tannins, and saponins, which are known for their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and bronchodilatory activities. In this study, jackfruit pulp and seed extracts were used to develop a herbal syrup formulation. The syrup was evaluated for various physicochemical parameters including pH, viscosity, organoleptic properties, and microbial test. Phytochemical screening confirmed the presence of key constituents with potential therapeutic activity
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