A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ADVANCED EXTRACTION AND ANALYTICAL STRATEGIES IN MODERN HERBAL TECHNOLOGY
G. Punith Kumar, N. Hemanth, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.63712/bpsrj-v2i1p005
ABSTRACT:
Herbal medicines continue to play a pivotal role in global healthcare, owing to their wide therapeutic potential and natural origin. The increasing demand for herbal formulations in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and cosmeceuticals necessitates the adoption of reliable extraction and analytical methodologies to ensure quality, safety, and efficacy. Conventional extraction techniques, although widely used, are often associated with drawbacks such as excessive solvent consumption, long processing times, and degradation of heatsensitive compounds. In response, modern green and non-conventional extraction technologies – including ultrasound-assisted extraction, microwave-assisted extraction, supercritical fluid extraction, enzyme-assisted extraction, and the use of deep eutectic solvents—have gained significant attention. Parallel advancements in analytical technologies such as HPLC, HPTLC,
GC–MS, LC–MS, NMR, and chemometric tools have transformed herbal drug standardization and quality control. This review critically examines contemporary extraction and analytical methodologies employed in herbal technology, highlighting their principles, advantages, limitations, and applications. Emphasis is placed on sustainability, regulatory compliance, and the integration of advanced analytical platforms to
bridge the gap between traditional herbal practices and modern pharmaceutical requirements