Optimization of Extraction Procedure for Isolation, Identification & Quantification of Piperine from Roots of Piper longum Linn.

Aim: Piperine which is mainly found in the fruits and roots of the Piper longum plant and is a medicinally active bio-molecular compound, used as potential ingredient in preparation of several medicines. This present study was carried out to optimize suitable extraction process for evaluation of piperine from the roots of Piper longum.