Pharmaceutical Standardization and Phytochemical Profiling of Bilvamuladi Elixir
1Rohit Chavan, 2Arun Raj GR and R3 Mokindan
1-3Department of Kaumarabhritya, Parul Institute of Ayurved and Research, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat - 391760 (India) Corresponding Author: Dr. Rohit Chavan Email: rohitchavan0312@gmail.com Phone: +91 9623033140
ABSTRACT
Bilvamuladi Elixir is a classical Ayurvedic polyherbal formulation indicated for Udarashoola (abdominal colic) in children. This study aimed to standardize and evaluate the formulation using pharmaceutical procedures and modern analytical tools. Raw drugs— Aegle marmelos, Ricinus communis, Plumbago zeylanica, Zingiber officinale, Ferula foetida, and Saindhava Lavana—were authenticated and processed as per classical guidelines. The elixir was prepared through hydro-distillation and homogenization to obtain a stable pediatric dosage form. HPTLC fingerprinting showed multiple peaks representing phenolics, flavonoids, coumarins, and terpenoids linked to carminative and digestive actions. GC–MS analysis revealed (E)-cinnamaldehyde as a major constituent, along with eucalyptol and α-terpineol, supporting antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. FTIR confirmed functional groups of polyphenols and tannins. These findings correlate with Ayurvedic claims and support the formulation’s role in relieving pediatric abdominal colic while establishing a scientific basis for its quality and efficacy