Formulation & Evaluation of Wood Apple Candy for Good Antitussive Action

Abstract

The creation and assessment of wood apple (Limonia acidissima) candies as a natural antitussive agent is the main objective of this study. Rich in bioactive substances like tannins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids, wood apples have long been used to treat respiratory conditions. This study's main goals were to create a tasty, shelf-stable candy recipe using wood apple pulp and evaluate any possible cough-suppressive effects. Using normal methods, the candy was made by concentrating fruit pulp with sugar and gelling chemicals, then molding and drying it. Microbial stability, texture, pH, and moisture content were among the physicochemical characteristics that were assessed. The presence of bioactive components was verified by in vitro screening for phytochemicals and antioxidants. A citric acid-induced cough paradigm in albino rats was used to investigate the antitussive efficacy, and the outcomes were contrasted with those of dextromethorphan, a common antitussive medication. The wood apple candy shown encouraging antitussive activity by significantly reducing the frequency of coughing. according to the research, wood apple candy may be a useful sweet that has therapeutic advantages for treating coughs.