Formulation and evaluation of bauhinia purpurea flower herbal cream

Abstract

Bauhinia purpurea, a plant belonging to the Fabaceae family and commonly known as the butterfly tree, is recognized for its extensive therapeutic potential. Its various phytoconstituents and extracts have demonstrated a broad spectrum of pharmacological activities, including antifungal, wound-healing, antidiabetic, antiulcer, antioxidant, antinociceptive, hepatoprotective, nephroprotective, antidiarrheal, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, antimalarial, gastroprotective, and cytoprotective effects. The objective of the present study was to formulate a stable and effective topical cream using a crude extract derived from Bauhinia purpurea flowers. The cream was prepared by incorporating the floral extract into a suitable cream base. The formulated cream was then subjected to a comprehensive evaluation to assess its physicochemical properties and stability. The evaluation results demonstrated that the prepared cream possesses very good characteristics, indicating its potential as a viable pharmaceutical or cosmeceutical product. This study successfully establishes a formulation for a cream of Bauhinia purpurea flower extract, providing a basis for further research into its therapeutic applications.