EXTRACTION, PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY ACTIVITY OF RHIPSALIS BACCIFERA
Asiv Khan, Mrs. Monika Parmar, Dr. Satkar Prasad
ABSTRACT
Rhipsalis baccifera is a commonly found epiphytic cactus with traditional medicinal uses. This study aimed to explore the potential of R. baccifera for its phytochemical constituents and anti-inflammatory activity. The extraction of bioactive compounds was performed using standard methods, followed by phytochemical screening. The presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, phenols, and glycosides was detected. Anti-inflammatory activity was assessed using in vitro models, and significant inhibition of inflammation was observed. The findings suggest that R. baccifera holds promise as a source of natural anti-inflammatory agents. Further studies are warranted to isolate and identify the specific active compounds responsible for its antiinflammatory properties
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