Summarizing Marker Substances Methodologies and Purposes in Herbal Preparation

Summarizing the Marker Substances, methodologies, and Purposes – Herbal Preparation / formulation

The following is the table summarizing the marker substances, methodologies, purposes, and examples from the text: 

Marker Substance Methodology Purpose Examples
Ginsenosides Rg1 and Rb1 HPLC with UV or photodiode array detection Identify and quantify markers to confirm botanical identity. Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng)
Alliin and γ-glutamyl-S-allyl-L-cysteine HPLC with UV or photodiode array detection Confirm identity and quantify markers for garlic products. Garlic (Allium sativum)
Berberine chloride and hydrastine hydrochloride HPLC with UV or photodiode array detection Establish content and verify identity in goldenseal products. Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis)
Hypericin, pseudohypericin, and hyperforin HPLC with UV or photodiode array detection Identify and quantify markers to ensure authenticity of St. John’s wort products. St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum)


Notes:
 

  • Marker Substance: Specific chemical compounds used as indicators of quality and authenticity. 
  • Methodology: Analytical techniques such as HPLC with UV or photodiode array detection, suitable for identifying and quantifying marker substances. 
  • Purpose: Ensures the botanical product’s identity and verifies the presence of key constituents. 
  • Examples: Illustrative examples of plants and their corresponding marker substances used in quality control. 

These markers and methodologies are crucial for quality assurance in herbal products, ensuring that they meet regulatory standards and are safe for consumption.

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