COMPREHENSIVE PHYTO-PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROFILING OF SIDDHA HERBAL FORMULATION “SEVIYA VADAGAM (SV)” FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE

Abstract

SeviyaVadagam (SV) is a traditional Siddha polyherbal formulation that has long been used for managing jaundice and various hepatic disorders. Despite its extensive traditional usage, scientific validation and standardization are essential to ensure the quality, safety, and consistency of the formulation. This study was designed to investigate the phytochemical and physicochemical properties of SV using standard analytical methods prescribed for Siddha formulations.The formulation was prepared according to classical Siddha text “Aathmarakshamirtham Vaithiya Saara Sangiragam” and subjected to organoleptic, phytochemical, and physicochemical analyses. Preliminary phytochemical screening revealed the presence of biologically active constituents including alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, glycosides, phenolic compounds, saponins, and triterpenoids. Physicochemical evaluation showed that moisture content, ash values, extractive values, pH, hardness, and friability were within permissible limits, indicating the stability and purity of the formulation. The findings generated from the present investigation may serve as preliminary standardization parameters for SV and also support its traditional use in hepatic disorders. However, further detailed pharmacological and clinical studies are necessary to confirm its therapeutic efficacy and safety profile