PHARMACEUTICO AND ANALYTICAL EVALUATION OF HARIDRADI GHRITA: A COMPREHENSIVE STANDARDIZATION STUDY

Abstract

Haridradi Ghrita is a traditional Ayurvedic medicated ghee formulation in which Haridra (Curcuma longa Linn.) serves as the chief ingredient. Owing to the well-documented anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-allergic and skin-protective properties of turmeric, the formulation has been widely recommended in disorders such as chronic inflammation, allergic manifestations, dermatological conditions and metabolic imbalances. Despite its long-standing therapeutic relevance, scientific standardization of Haridradi Ghrita is essential to ensure consistent quality, reproducible pharmacological activity and global regulatory acceptance. Pharmaceutico-analytical standardization provides an integrated framework that includes authentication of raw materials, adherence to classical Sneha Paka guidelines, evaluation of processing parameters, and assessment of finished-product characteristics. Analytical profiling through organoleptic assessment, physicochemical testing, phytochemical screening and chromatographic fingerprinting ensures the identity, purity and potency of the formulation. This article comprehensively explores the classical rationale, methodological steps, and modern quality-control tools pertinent to establishing robust standardization protocols for Haridradi Ghrita, thereby supporting its safe, stable and effective therapeutic application.