In vitro antioxidant study of Livosyp: A polyherbal formulation

Abstract

Free radicals are highly reactive chemical species indicated in various diseases and ailments. In this study, the antioxidant activity of Livosyp, a polyherbal formulation, is evaluated by various antioxidant assays like total reducing power, DPPH free radical scavenging, hydroxyl free radical scavenging, hydrogen peroxide scavenging and nitric oxide scavenging including total phenol and flavonoid content. The various antioxidant activities were compared to standard antioxidants such as butylated hydroxyl toluene (BHT) and ascorbic acid. The results from the above studies indicate that Livosyp possesses potent antioxidant activity. The antioxidant activity is quantitatively equivalent to that of the standards used, i.e., BHT and ascorbic acid.