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Ointments are semisolid systems which usually behave as viscous elastic materials when shear stress is applied. They generally contain medicaments and are intended to be applied externally to the body or to the mucous membrane. Many medicaments meant for topical application to intact or broken skin or to mucous membranes, have been presented in the form of semisolid consistency variously designated as ointments, creams, salves, pastes etc used mainly as protective or emollient for the skin. The first step towards this goal is the screening of plants used in popular medicine. Along with other dosage forms, herbal drugs are also formulated in the form of ointment. The phyto chemical analysis of Jasminum officinale indicated the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, glycosides, and steroids. Pharmacological studies revealed that the plant exerted antimicrobial and antibacterial effects. This research described and discussed the chemical constituents and pharmacological effects of Jasminum officinale.