Article: ANALYTICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF JEEVALOGA CHENDOORAM, A SIDDHA HERBO-MINERAL FORMULATION, THROUGH X-RAY DIFFRACTION

Article Category: Original Research articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.165179

Pages: 115-118

Author: Senthan Tamilselvan *, Ariharikrishnan K, Varshini Kumar, Mariappan Andi

Abstract: The Siddha medical system utilizes a wide range of Herbo-mineral preparations, among which Jeevaloga Chendooram is traditionally prescribed for ailments such as anaemia, ascites, dropsy, and nephritis. Although it has been in therapeutic use for centuries, scientific evidence regarding its physicochemical profile remains scarce. This study was undertaken to elucidate the crystalline phases of Jeevaloga Chendooram using powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD) as part of its standardization. The formulation was prepared in accordance with classical Siddha texts and analysed using an Aeris analytical diffractometer with Ni-filtered Cu Kα radiation (λ = 1.5418 Å) in Bragg–Brentano geometry. Data were recorded across a 2θ range of 10–90°. The PXRD spectrum exhibited sharp, well-defined reflections, confirming its crystalline nature. Phase identification revealed hematite Fe?O? as the predominant constituent, contributing the highest diffraction intensities. In addition, minor phases of methylammonium fluoride (CH?NH?F) and aquadichlorotriamminecobalt (III) chloride [Co(NH?)?(H?O)Cl]Cl? were detected in low abundance. The predominance of hematite highlights the iron-rich composition of the formulation, consistent with its traditional application in managing blood-related disorders. Overall, the findings indicate that hematite represents the primary stable crystalline phase generated through calcination, while the minor phases likely arise from transformation products or residual precursors. The distinct crystalline fingerprint established by PXRD affirms its importance in the authentication, standardization, and quality assurance of Siddha formulations. This study thereby reinforces the scientific rationale behind the therapeutic use of Jeevaloga Chendooram, bridging traditional knowledge with modern analytical validation.

Keyword: Jeevaloga Chendooram, XRD, Herbo mineral