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RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES,
BANGALORE, KARNATAKA
ANNEXURE-II
PROFORMA FOR REGISTRATION OF SUBJECTS FOR DISSERTATION
1.
NAME OF THE
CANDIDATE AND
ADDRESS
MR. CHAVAN CHETAN BABASAHEB
DEPT.OF PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY,
R.M.E.S’S COLLEGE OF PHARMACY,
OLD- JEWARGI ROAD, BALAJI NAGAR,
GULBARGA-585102(K.S)
2.
NAME OF THE
INSTITUTION
R.M.E.S’S COLLEGE OF PHARMACY,
COURSE OF STUDY
AND SUBJECT
MASTER OF PHARMACY
4.
DATE OF ADMISSION
TO COURSE
29TH JUNE 2009.
5.
TITLE OF THE TOPIC:
3.
GULBARGA-585102.
(PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY)
“PHYTOCHEMICAL INVESTIGATION AND PHARMACOLOGICAL
SCREENING OF LEAVES OF CASSIA SOPHERA LINN.”
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6.
BRIEF RESUME OF THE INTENDED WORK:
6.1 INTRODUCTION:
Cassia sophera Linn (Fam. Caesalpiniaceae) is locally known as Kulkasunda and
grows abundantly in India, most of the tropical countries as well as in the plain land,
hilly areas of Chittagong Hill Tracts, Sylhet and in patches throughout Bangladesh.
Cassia sophera Linn. is a shrub or under shrub (2.9-3.0 m) annual or perennial. Cassia
sophera is an important medicinal plant and considered to have expectorant properties.
The bark in the form of infusion and the powdered seeds, mixed with honey, are given in
diabetes. The bark, leaves and seeds are used as a cathartic and the juice of the leaves is
specific for ringworm, especially when made into a plaster in combination with sandalwood. The root is administered internally with black pepper for snake bite1. The leaves
are used in asthma2, bronchitis. Infusion of leaves is also useful in gonorrhea and
syphilitic sores.
In ethno botanical literature it is mentioned to be effective in the treatment of
pityriasis, psoriasis, asthma2, acute bronchitis, cough and diabetes. The chemical analysis
of the seed of Cassia sophera Linn. revealed the presence of ascorbic acid,
dehydroascorbic acid and β-sistosterol, but no scientific study is reported on the varietal
level of plant3.
As per literature, no study has been reported on the phytoconstituents and
therapeutic potential of Cassia sophera. Therefore, in the present study whole plant of
Cassia sophera Linn. was screened for its phytoconstituents and pharmacological
potential.
6.2 NEED FOR THE STUDY:
Many species of medicinal plant have been shown to produce beneficial effects
in the treatment of various diseases. Historically, plants have been used as folk
medicines against various types of diseases. Even today crude extract of medicinal plants
are used widely by country to cure human ailments in many countries.
Cassia sophera Linn. Plant mainly found in Bangladesh and Indian sub continent,
which is widely used as folk medicine for the treatment of many diseases1. According to
the physicians of Unani medicine, three species of plants viz., Cassia occidentalis Linn.
and Cassia sophera Linn. var. Purpurea Roxb. are the varieties of ‘Kasondi’ and are
invariably conditions. ‘Kasondi’ is described in Unani literature for various conditions
(morbid humors, blood purifier, carminative, purgative, digestive, diaphoretic, treatment
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of pityriasis, psoriasis, asthma, acute bronchitis, cough, diabetes)4. As per literature
survey Cassia Sophera is multi uses plant so there is no such work are published.
Therefore, the aim of present work is to identify the phytoconstituents and investigate
the pharmacological potential of Cassia sophera.
6.3 REVIEW OF LITERATURE:
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Botanical Name
: Cassia sophera Linn.
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Family
: Caesalpiniaceae.
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Vernacular Names :
Marathi
English
Hindi
Tamil
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:
:
:
:
Kasodi
Senna sophera
Kasundi
Ponnaavaarai
Origin and Geographic Distribution:
Cassia sophera originates from tropical America, but is now pantropical. The
plant is found throughout India and in most tropical countries It occurs throughout
tropical Africa, being common in West Africa, but in East Africa and Madagascar it is
probably rare7.
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Description:
A shrub or undershrub 2.4-3 m. high, annual or perennial. Leaves are 18-23 cm.
long; rhachis grooved, glabrous or nearly so, with a solitary chemical gland near the
base. Flowers in auxillary, short, few flowered, corymbose racemes; pedicels 6 mm.
long, pubescent. Calyx 6 mm. long, divided to the base; Petals 5, subequal,1.3 cm.long
and ovate. Pods are 7.5-10 by 1 cm. and 5 mm. thick, slightly recurved, somewhat
turgid, septate between the seeds. Seeds 30-40, broadly ovoid, acute, dark brown, and
compressed6.
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Chemical Constituents:
The chemical analysis of the seed of Cassia sophera Linn. revealed the presence
of ascorbic acid, dehydroascorbic acid and β-sistosterol3. Emodin and chrysophanic acid.
Seed contain tannic acid, mucilage, fatty oil emodin and a toxalbumin.Rhamnetin-3-0-BD glucoside along with chrysophanol from flowers8.
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Uses:
Cassia sophera is an important medicinal plant, having wide varieties of
phytochemical and pharmacological activities. The bark, leaves and seeds are used as a
cathartic. The leaves are used in asthma, bronchitis. Infusion of leaves is useful in
gonorrhea and syphilitic sores. The juice of the leaves is specific for ringworm1.
Kasondi improves digestion, clears throat and purifies blood. This plant is used
as febrifuge, purgative, diuretic, and tonic. It is also useful in ascites, dyscrasia of liver,
skin disorders, piles, jaundice, fever, articular pain and palpitation3.
In West Africa a leaf infusion is drunk to treat fever and malaria. In the Comoros
a decoction of the leaves is used as an eye-bath to cure conjunctivitis. A decoction of the
roots is drunk to relieve painful menstruation and is given to children to stimulate their
nervous system. In Indonesia extracts of all plant parts are used to treat epilepsy. In the
Philippines the seeds are used to treat fever. In India the juice of the leaves is applied
against itch, eczema and other skin ailments. In addition to these applications, in
Thailand the leaves are used for wound healing and as an antipyretic. Powdered dry
leaves are traditionally used in Ghana to control insect pests of stored grain and pulses7.
6.4 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY:
The objectives of the present study are Collection and Authentication of leaves of Cassia sophera.
 Collection and processing of leaves of Cassia sophera
 Successive hot extraction of the leaves of Cassia sophera by using polar and non
polar solvent.
 Systematic phytochemical investigation leaves extract of Cassia sophera by
Chromatographic and Spectroscopic methods.
 Pharmacological screening of leaves of Cassia sophera for its anthelmintic11 and
other biological activities.
7.
MATERIALS AND METHODS:
7.1. SOURCE OF DATA:
The source of data for this study is based on the laboratory experiments, also
the data obtained from the literature will be the source of data.
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1) Fresh leaves of Cassia sophera will be taken for the study.
2) Successive hot extraction with polar solvent and non-polar solvent.
3) Systematic phytochemical investigation and Pharmacological screening in the
laboratory.
7.2 METHOD OF COLLECTION OF DATA:
(Including sampling procedure if any)
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Collection of Plant:
The leaves of Cassia sophera selected for the study will be collected from the
local areas of Sangli and Kolhapur.(Maharashtra State)
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Extraction of Plant:
The leaves of Cassia sophera will be collected, shade dried at room temperature
& powdered. The powdered material will be subjected to successive solvent extraction
with polar & non polar solvent.
Standardization of Cassia Sophera plant:
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Botanical Evaluation:
Colour, Odour, Taste, Size, Shape, Texture.
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Physical Evaluation:
Ash value, Extractive values, Loss on drying.
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Phytochemical Evaluation:
The extracts will be subjected to phytochemical investigation for the identification
of phytoconstituents. Then subjected for Chromatographic techniques for then separation
of phytoconstituents, later for Spectroscopic analysis for the characterization of
individual phytoconstituents.
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Pharmacological Evaluation :
A. Animal selection:
Healthy adult albino rats and albino mice will be selected for experiment. They will
be then employed for assessing the pharmacological activities by post treatment of
drug extract.
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B. Acute toxicity studies:
The acute oral toxicity study will be carried out as per the guidelines set by the
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) regulations10.
C. Pharmacological Activities:
The drug extract will be screened for pharmacological activities like Anthelmintic
Activity11, etc.
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Statistical Analysis:
Data are expressed as mean ± S.E.M results of in vitro tests were compared by
ANOVA followed by Dunnett’s ‘t’ test12.
7.3 Does the study require any investigation or invention to be conducted on
patients or other humans or animals? If so please mention briefly.
Yes. The above study requires investigation on Albino rats and mice for
determination of LD50.
7.4 Has ethical clearance been obtained from yours institution in case of 7.3
The study has been cleared from ethical committee of the institution.
R.M.E.S’S College of Pharmacy, Gulbarga. (Certificate enclosed )
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8.
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9.
Signature of Candidate
10.
Remark of the guide
The above information and literature has been extensively investigated,
verified and was found to be correct. The present study will be carried out under my
supervision and guidance.
11.
Name and Designation of
(in block letters)
MR. KISHORE SINGH C. M.Pharm. (Ph.D)
11.1 Guide
PROFESSOR,
Department of Pharmaceutical chemistry,
R.M.E.S’S College of Pharmacy,
Gulbarga-585 102
11.2 Signature
11.3 Co-guide (if any)
11.4 Signature
11.5 Head of the Department
MR. KISHORE SINGH C. M. Pharm.(PhD)
PROFESSOR & HEAD,
Department of Pharmaceutical chemistry,
R.M.E.S’S College of Pharmacy,
Gulbarga-585 102
11.6 Signature
12.
12.1 Remarks of the
The above mentioned information is correct and I
Chairman & Principal
recommend the same for approval.
12.2 Signature
PROF. HARIPRASSANNA R.C.
PRINCIPAL,
R.M.E.S’S College of Pharmacy,
Gulbarga-585 102
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M. Pharm.(PhD)