ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF TULSI EXTRACT – A Review

ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF TULSI EXTRACT – A Review

Dr. M. Pavani *1, P.Nisha*2, M.Pavankumar*3, P.Saisirisha *4, P.Dhanasaiteja*5, P.Mukesh *6

*1 Dr. M. Pavani,  Professor, Dept of Pharmaceutics, Avanthi institute of pharmaceutical sciences.

*2 P.Nisha, B- Pharm student,Avanthi institute of pharmaceutical sciences .

*3M.Pavankumar , B- Pharm student,Avanthi institute of pharmaceutical sciences.

*4 P.Saisirisha, B- Pharm student,Avanthi institute of pharmaceutical sciences.

*5 P.Dhanasaiteja, B- Pharm student, Avanthi institute of pharmaceutical sciences.

*6P.Mukesh, B- Pharm student, Avanthi institute of pharmaceutical sciences.

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ABSTRACT

The therapeutic value of tulsi is enormous. Tulsi has also been demonstrated in studies to be beneficial for diabetes by lowering blood glucose levels. The identical research demonstrated a noteworthy decrease in overall cholesterol levels when using Tulsi. According to another study, Tulsi's antioxidant qualities are what provide it a positive impact on blood glucose levels. The best treatment for severe acute respiratory syndrome is Rama tulsi. Its leaf juice relieves cough, bronchitis, fever, and colds. Another ear drop that is utilized is tulsi oil. Malaria can be cured with tulsi. It works well for cholera, headaches, sleeplessness, hysteria, and indigestion. Every day, millions of people consume fresh Tulsi leaves. Tulsi, the "queen of herbs," has been used for generations.

KEYWORDS:  Ocimum sanctum, antibacterial action, leaf extract, good diffusion, and Ocimum tenuiflorum