Article · Volume 18, Issue 77 · pp. 1–5
Phytochemical Profile and Pharmacological Potential of Cissus quadrangularis L.
John Doe1, Jane Smith1
- 1Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Science and Technology, City, Country.
Abstract
Background: The genus <em>Cissus</em> (Vitaceae) is a rich source of bioactive compounds with diverse pharmacological activities.Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the phytochemical profile, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities of <em>Cissus quadrangularis</em> L.Materials and Methods: The methanolic extract of <em>C. quadrangularis</em> was subjected to phytochemical screening, total phenolic and flavonoid content determination, and <em>in vitro</em> antioxidant assays (DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP). Anti-inflammatory activity was assessed using the protein denaturation inhibition assay.Results: The extract showed significant levels of phenolics and flavonoids. It exhibited potent antioxidant activity in all tested assays. Furthermore, the extract demonstrated a dose-dependent inhibition of protein denaturation, indicating potential anti-inflammatory properties.Conclusion: These findings suggest that <em>C. quadrangularis</em> is a promising candidate for the development of natural therapeutic agents.
Keywords: Antioxidant; Anti-inflammatory; Cissus quadrangularis; Phytochemicals; Vitaceae
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