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VOL. 8, ISSUE 1 (2023)
Phytochemical screening of medicinal plants for pharmaceutical applications
Authors
Dr. Juan Pablo Gómez, Dr. Maria Elena Rodríguez, Dr. Andrés Javier Martínez
Abstract
This study investigates the phytochemical
composition and antimicrobial properties of 15 medicinal plants traditionally
used for therapeutic purposes. The plants were screened for the presence of
bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, terpenoids,
phenols, glycosides, and tannins. The antimicrobial activity of plant extracts
was tested against various bacterial and fungal strains, including Escherichia
coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida
albicans, and Aspergillus niger. Significant inhibition zones were
observed, with Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans being
the most sensitive to the extracts. Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)
values ranged from 0.5 mg/mL to 2.0 mg/mL. The study demonstrates the potential
of these plants as sources of natural antimicrobial agents, highlighting the
importance of their bioactive compounds in combating microbial infections. The
results align with previous research, supporting the growing interest in
plant-based pharmaceuticals for treating resistant pathogens.
Pages:39-43
How to cite this article:
Dr. Juan Pablo Gómez, Dr. Maria Elena Rodríguez, Dr. Andrés Javier Martínez "Phytochemical screening of medicinal plants for pharmaceutical applications". International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2023, Pages 39-43
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