Formulation and Evaluation of a Standardized Polyherbal Syrup with Optimized Pharmacological Activities
Published in IJPHDT, Vol-2, Issue-10, Oct-2025 (Vol. 2, Issue 10, 2025)
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Soumya Kanta Mishra
Gayatri College Of Pharmacy, Jamadarpali, Sambalpur,768200, Odisha
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Gayatri College of Pharmacy, Jamadarpali, Sambalpur,768200, Odisha
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Soumya Kanta Mishra & , S. (2025). Formulation and Evaluation of a Standardized Polyherbal Syrup with Optimized Pharmacological Activities. International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Drug Technology, 2(10), xx-xx. https://ijphdt.scholarjms.com/articles/79
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