Pharmacological and Analytical Study of Chandrashoor Seed (Lepidium sativum L.) Ethanolic Extract
*Mariya Husain and Neha Gadgil
Kriya Sharir Department, Parul Institute of Ayurveda, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat (India) *Corresponding Author: Dr. Mariya Husain PhD (Scholar), Professor, Parul Institute of Ayurveda and Research, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat (India) drmariya24@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Chandrashoor (Lepidium sativum L.), commonly known as garden cress, is a widely cultivated plant recognized for its nutritional and medicinal properties. This study aims to explore the phytochemical composition, pharmacological activities, and analytical study of the ethanolic extract of Chandrashoor seeds using modern analytical techniques such as High-Performance Thin Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR). The ethanolic extract was analyzed for its phytochemicals, including alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, and glucosinolates. The pharmacological evaluation revealed significant antioxidant, antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, and anticancer activities. The therapeutic potential of the extract was further validated by its ability to manage oxidative stress, inflammation, and microbial infections. The study also emphasizes the importance of utilizing advanced techniques such as HPTLC and FT-IR for detailed analysis of complex plant extracts.