PHYSICO CHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF TALIKA VATI (3rd METHOD) AND EVALUATION OF ITS ANTI-BACTERIAL ACTIVITY W.S.R. TO THROAT INFECTION

Abstract

Talika vati (3rd method) is an Ayurvedic formulation containing herbo mineral compounds. It is indicated against all types of Kanth roga (throat infections). In this study Talika vati was prepared in accordance with description of Rasa yoga sagar. Talika vati was investigated for Physico- chemical analysis with the help of pH, Loss on drying, Ash value, Water soluble as, Acid insoluble ash etc. The findings of results were close to its standard value and have shown the purity of Talika vati. Qualitative test was conducted by AAS; findings suggested the presence of organic form of Arsenic (2.49 ppm) & Sulfur test showed Sulfur (1.19 %). Talika vati was screened for in vitro - Anti bacterial activity against Staphylococcus & Streptococcus pneumonia strain using Agar well Diffusion method. Talika vati extracts exhibited Anti bacterial property against Staphylococcus bacteria in different concentrations (50, 100,150 & 200 microL).