MUMBAI, India, July 24 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202521002998 A) filed by School Of Pharmacy, Lnct University on January 13, 2025, for Phytochemical Composition And Method For Antipsychotic Treatment Using Ficus Benghalensis Linn Bark Extracts.
Inventors include Anurag Singh; and Dr Virendra Kumar Sharma.
The application for the patent was published on July 17, 2026, under issue no. 29/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a phytochemical composition and a method for antipsychotic treatment using extracts from the bark of Ficus benghalensis Linn. The composition is rich in bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, and saponins, which have demonstrated significant neuroprotective and antipsychotic properties. These compounds are identified and isolated using advanced chromatographic techniques, ensuring a potent and pure extract. The composition targets psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and psychosis by modulating neurotransmitter pathways, reducing oxidative stress, and alleviating neuroinflammation. Preclinical studies have confirmed the efficacy of the composition in reducing psychotic symptoms, with a favorable safety profile. This invention offers a natural, effective alternative to conventional antipsychotic medications, providing a holistic approach to the treatment of psychiatric disorders.
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