Author(s):

Mahmudul Hasan Itu, Mohidul Islam, Azim Uddin Repon, Md. Omar Faruk Mozumder, Arfin Ibn Aziz, Niloy Barua, Foyazul Ahfter, Mohammad Forhad Khan and Kazi Ashfak Ahmed Choudhury

Abstract: Present investigation aim to open new scientifically established avenues for the improvement of medicinal uses associated with Maesa indica leaves, for phytochemical screening and In-vitro anti-arthritic activity. After phytochemical screening of the plant leaf extract of Maesa indica, there were presence of carbohydrate, reducing sugar, flavonoid, phenol, unsaturated­ sterol, triterpene and resin. The methanol extract of the plant leaves was assayed for anti-arthritic effect by inhibition of protein denaturation method. In highest concentration Maesa indica showed moderate anti-arthritic activity (79.53%) in comparison with Diclofenac -Na. The prime objective of the studies is to establish a cost-efficient and environment friendly anti-arthritic herbal drug to ensure better health care.

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