Manjistha Extract

Manjistha Extract is extracted from the roots, stems and red bark of this plant by solvent extraction method. Properties: Manjistha contains anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. Manjistha extract inhibits the acne-causing bacteria and is helpful in managing external inflammations like ulcers and skin conditions. Anthraquinones found in the extract show anti-acne activity against Staphylococcus epidermidis, Malassezia furfur, Propionibacterium acne when compared with standard Clindamycin gel. Conclusion: Carbohydrate, alkaloids, amino acids, saponin, glycosides, phenolic compound and tannins were found as a major constituent in Rubia cordifolia Linn. root which will play a major role as a antitoxin, detoxification of blood, antiseptic, antimutagenic, anticarcinogenic and antioxidant agent