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@article{204013,
        author = {Miss.Pranjali Suryawanshi and Diksha  Narwade},
        title = {DEVELOPMENT OF HERBAL MOUTHWASH CONTAINING MIMOSA PUDIC AND CASEIN FOR TANNIN REDUCTION},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {1},
        pages = {697-709},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=204013},
        abstract = {Oral diseases such as dental plaque, gingivitis, halitosis, and dental caries are among the most common health concerns affecting individuals worldwide. Mouthwashes are widely used as an adjunct to regular oral hygiene practices to reduce microbial load and maintain oral health. However, prolonged use of synthetic mouthwashes may be associated with undesirable effects, creating a growing interest in herbal alternatives.
The present study focuses on the development and evaluation of an herbal mouthwash containing Mimosa pudica extract and casein as a tannin-reducing agent. Mimosa pudica is a medicinal plant known for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties, making it a promising ingredient for oral care formulations. However, the presence of tannins in the extract may impart excessive astringency and affect the overall acceptability of the formulation. To overcome this limitation, casein was utilized as a tannin-binding agent to reduce tannin content and improve formulation characteristics.
The herbal mouthwash was formulated using suitable excipients and evaluated for various physicochemical parameters including appearance, colour, Odor, pH, and stability. The antimicrobial activity of the formulation was assessed using the agar well diffusion method against selected oral microorganisms by measuring the zone of inhibition.
The formulated herbal mouthwash demonstrated satisfactory physicochemical properties and exhibited notable antimicrobial activity. The incorporation of casein effectively reduced tannin-related undesirable characteristics, resulting in an improved and more acceptable formulation. The findings suggest that the developed herbal mouthwash has potential as a natural and effective oral hygiene product and may serve as a promising alternative to conventional synthetic mouthwashes.},
        keywords = {Mimosa pudica, Herbal Mouthwash, Casein, Tannin Reduction, Antimicrobial Activity, Oral Hygiene, Formulation Development.},
        month = {June},
        }