Introduction: Acacia nilotica is otherwise called Babul is multipurpose nitrogen fixing tree legume. Its roots are beneficial in treating tumors, cancer, and tuberculosis. One of the most consumed beverages in the world, green tea (Camellia sinensis) has been researched for its potential health benefits in treating conditions like cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and neurological illnesses. The aim of this present study is to assess the combined effects of green tea and babul herbal formulation as an anti-inflammatory agent. Materials and Methods: Green tea and Babul extract was prepared. Albumin denaturation assay and egg albumin denaturation assay were used to assess the anti-inflammatory activity. Results: Both assays showed that Green tea and babul extract was effective in inhibiting the albumin denaturation at different concentrations. Conclusion: We conclude that green tea and babul herbal formulation can be a potent anti-inflammatory agent.
a chief complaint of swollen gums in his upper and lower front and back tooth region since 1 year. Medical history revealed that the patient was hypertensive since 10 years and was taking Amlodipine (Amlong) 5 mg twice daily. He also gave a history of renal transplant 6 years ago, after which he was under the following medications: Tacrolimus 0.5 mg bid, Mycophenolate Mofetil (Mofetil) 500 mg bid and Prednisolone (wysolone) 5 mg. Intraoral examination revealed that there was diffuse bulbous enlargement of gingiva involving marginal, attached and interdental gingiva. The gingiva was erythematous with loss of stippling and bleeding on probing was seen (Figure 1 to 4). According to Clinical Index score as given by Ingles et al in 1999, the gingival enlargement was graded as Grade V. The oral hygiene status of the patient was fair. Complete haemogram revealed that all the blood parameters were in the normal range. Orthopantogram revealed there was generalised horizontal bone loss with respect to both maxillary and mandibular arch.
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