Herbal Drug Technology and Nutraceuticals represent cutting-edge fields dedicated to unlocking the therapeutic and nutritional potential of natural products. Herbal drug technology focuses on extracting, formulating, and standardizing bioactive compounds from plants, leveraging their pharmacological properties for use in both traditional and modern medicine. This dynamic field seeks to harness the healing potential of herbs for diverse medical applications.
Conversely, nutraceuticals cover a broad spectrum of natural compounds, encompassing vitamins, minerals, herbs, and dietary supplements. These substances go beyond basic nutrition, offering health benefits that extend to preventing and managing chronic diseases. Nutraceutical products are crafted with precision to enhance overall well-being, contributing to a holistic approach to health.
Together, herbal drug technology and nutraceuticals emphasize the vital role of natural sources in promoting human health. These fields prioritize safety, efficacy, and sustainability, seamlessly blending traditional wisdom with state-of-the-art scientific methodologies. The result is a fusion of ancient knowledge and modern innovation, yielding products that not only foster wellness but also address specific health concerns.
2. TOPICS
NUTRACEUTICALS
GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW &
GROWTH OF NUTRACEUTICAL
SEGMENT
CONCEPT OF NUTRACEUTICALS
TYPES OF NUTRACEUTICAL
PRODUCTS INTHE MARKET
REGULATIONS OF INDIA (ASU-
DTAB,ASU-DCC)
3. What is
“NUTRACEUTICAL” ?
A nutraceutical is also called as “ BIOCEUTICAL”
• It is pharmaceutical alternative which claims
physiological benefits (or) a food that provides
medicinal & health benefits including the
prevention & treatment of disease.
• Most of the diseases such as diabetes,CVS
diseases, obesity etc occur due to incorrect
diet & life style,Nutraceuticals Play an
important role in these.
4. GLOBAL MARKET
OVERVIEW &
GROWTH OF
NUTRACEUTICAL
SEGMENT
• The Nutraceuticalsmarketis predictedto record a revenue of USD
671.30 billionby 2024.
• Nutraceuticalshave high demandall over the world.
• Nutraceuticalshave become a part of daily diet due to increasedrisk
of diseases due to improperlifestyle.
• Nutraceuticalshave become an opportunity for economic growth of
many developing countrieswhich have a rich source of medicinal
herbs.
7. REGULATIONS
OF INDIA (ASU-
DTAB,ASU-
DCC)
• Provisions relating to the manufacture & control of
Ayurvedic,Siddha & Unani ( ASU) drugs have been
prescribed in drugs & cosmetics act 1940.
• This act describes the formation of Drugs Technical
Advisory Board (DTAB) which consists of various
nominated members & the drugs consultative
committees (DCC).
8. .
ASU-DTAB
The central government shall constitute a board by
notifying in the official gazette.the board shall advice the
central as well as state government on technical matters
arising out of the section 33-C of the drugs & cosmetic act
& carry other functions assigned.
ASU-DCC
The central government may constitute an advisory
committee as mentioned in the section 33-D of the D & C
act.
This committee may advice the central & state
government & the ASU- DTAB on any matter for the
purpose of securing uniformity in the administration of
this act (section 33-D) throughout india.
