Picrorhiza Kurroa Extract(Rhizoma Picrorhizae Extract)

[ Latin Name ]  Picrorhiza kurrooa Royle ex Benth/Picrorhiza scrophulariiflora Pennell
[ Specification ] Kutkin 4%
[ Detection method ] HPLC 
[ Appearance ]  Brown yellow powder
Functions of Picrorhiza Kurroa Extract
1) It alters the structure of the outer membrane of the hepatocytes in such a way as to prevent penetration of the liver toxin into the interior of the cell.
2) It stimulates the action of nucleolar polymerase A, resulting in ribosomal protein synthesis and, thus stimulates the regenerative ability of the liver and formation of new hepatocytes.
3) It exhibits anti-inflammatory action on a variety of inflammatory models.
4) It modulates liver enzyme level. 
5) It decreases level of lipid peroxidases and hydroperoxidases, free radical producing agents.
6) It shows curative activity against hepatotoxins like thioacetamide, galaclosamine and carbontetrachloride.
Application of Picrorhiza Kurroa Extract
1. food field;
2. health product; 
3. pharmaceutical;
COA of Picrorhiza Kurroa Root Extract
Assay: 10:1
Loss on drying: 3%
Heavy Metal:＜10ppm 
Lead: ＜2ppm 
Arsenic: ＜2ppm 
Residual Solvents:  Eur.Pharm    
Total Plate Count: ＜1000cfu/g
Yeast ＆ Mold: ＜100cfu/g
E.coli: Negative
Salmonella: Negative
About Picrorhiza Kurroa Extract(Rhizoma Picrorhizae Extract)
Picrorhiza Kurroa Extract is a small perennial herb from the Scrophulariaceae family. The rhizome of Picrorhiza has been traditionally used to treat worms, constipation, low fever, scorpion sting, asthma and ailments affecting the liver.
[ Storage ]  Stored in dry and cool place, keep away from strong light and heat.
[ Shelf Life ] Two years when stored properly