Nanoparticle characterization of HOMOEO AGROCARE (Agro Homeopathic Drug) by HRTEM and EDS analysis

ABSTRACT

BackgroundHomeopathy as a therapeutic tool is still very nascent in plant science and agriculture. Therapies used for plant growth and diseases are not relevant for plants alone, but they also drastically influence the ecosystem of the organic world too. Pesticidesand chemical fertilizers was a boon during the initial phase of the green revolution around the world. Unfortunately, later they became the major reason for the chronic illnesses like cancers and a cause for soil degradation all over. The scenario demandsthe use of alternative models in agricultural practices in order to prevent diseases and to maintain the health status of the population. This is also very important to get rid ofthe damages done to the soil. AimsThe present study aimed at analyzing thematerial content of the agro-homeopathic drug, 'Homeo agrocare'. MethodologyHigh resolution transmission electron microscope (HRTEM) and Energy dispersion spectroscopy (EDS) wereused to evaluate the material content of the drug. DLS and HRTEM wereused for the analysis of control sample (Pharmaceutical grade alcohol). Results(1) Drug solution contains plenty of nanoparticles (NPs). (2) Size of NPs ranges between 4.99nm -93.09 nm. (3) Twenty elements were identified in fields studied. (4) No particles identified in the control sample by DLS and HRTEM analysis. Conclusion Study conclusively proved the presence of NPs of the original drug materials used in the 'Homoeo agrocare' drug solution.(AU)