International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research
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Metabolic Disorders and Kapha Dosha in Ayurveda
Get PDFAccording to Ayurveda Vata, Pitta and Kapha are the three types of energy factors called Doshas which actually control all the functioning of the body and are thus responsible for health and disease. Various types of disorders occur in the body due to derangement of these Doshas. Vata or air factor is responsible for degenerative disorders in the body whereas inflammatory disorders occur due to the derangement of Pitta. Kapha or water factor is responsible for causing the accumulative type of diseases in the body. Most of the lifestyle disorders today like hyperglycaemia, hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, obesity or a cluster of all these in the form of metabolic syndrome are the major consequences of accumulation of certain unwanted substances in the body which increase the fluid level of the body or the imbalanced Kapha leading to the stagnation of the body channels with undigested material or toxins called Ama in Ayurveda. Ama is a sticky material generated due to decreased Agni levels or decreased enzyme secretions leading to defective or incomplete digestion of the food we take producing the byproducts of metabolism which get accumulated in the body with time producing the accumulative disorders. According to Ayurveda, Kapha type people are prone to such ailments. A proper understanding of the balanced and unbalanced Kapha in Ayurveda is helpful in providing an answer to the metabolic disorders
Management of Rigidity Dominant Parkinson’s Disease Through Ayurvedic Protocol
Get PDFParkinson\u27s Disease (PD) is a disease with insidious onset and slow progression. It is a neurologic condition that causes motor manifestations namely, bradykinesia, rigidity, resting tremor, postural instability and non-motor symptoms such as depression and dementia. The modern treatment provides some symptomatic relief but any proven means for slowing the progression have not been found yet. This case is of a 64-year-old male patient who presented with complaints of slowness in daily activities, difficulty in raising left upper arm along with heaviness, tremors in both hands, difficulty in speech and movement for 3 years. Complaints were increasing progressively hindering his routine activities. He underwent our IP management for 60 days with follow-up after every 20 days. In every follow-up, the patient reported significant relief in his symptoms and after two months, he was able to perform his routine activities without any help
Management of Dushta Vrana with an Ethnomedicine Theepana (Allophylus Cobbe (L.) Raeuch Leaves Choorna
Get PDF“Ethno” (derived from “ethnic”) is a custom of a particular race or religion and ethnomedicine is a custom of medicine. The discovery of new crude drugs from indigenous reported medicinal plants can be done from ethnomedicinal studies. There is a persistent increasing demand of medicines in the market which makes them costlier. Because of which the use of other substitutes and adulterants is increasing; questioning the efficacy of the actual medicine. Theepana could help to overcome the cost and adulteration of other Vranaropan medicines like Arjun. It is from Sapindaceous family; (soapberry family). Genus is Allophylus. Sanskrit name- Triputa (only according to some viewers. No textual reference available for Triputa as Sanskrit name). Marathi name- Theepana, Thivana, Tipin. Theepana (Allophylus cobbe (L.) Raeuch” leaves Choorna was used as an ethnomedicine in Dushta vrana. The leaves Choorna shows Shothagna (anti-inflammatory), Krimigna (antimicrobial), Vranashodhana and Vrana ropan effects. Dushta vrana (chronic ulcer), manifested in any part of the body, may be caused either by the Doshas or trauma. When caused due to the Doshas, it is called Nija vrana and when caused because of trauma; it is called Aagantuja vrana. According to Madhav Nidan-Vrana having Durgandhit - more Gandha, Vedana, Puyayukta Strava, Chirsthithi and Strava, Varna is known as Dushta Vrana
Standardization and Quality Assessment of Drakshavaleha: Insights from Three Marketed Brands
Get PDFDrakshavaleha, a traditional Ayurvedic formulation, is widely used for its therapeutic benefits in treating respiratory and digestive ailments. This study aims to standardize and evaluate the quality of Drakshavaleha from three different marketed brands through a comprehensive assessment of their physicochemical and pharmacognostical properties, alongside an estimation of toxic heavy metals content and microbial contamination, and phytochemical profiles. Materials and Methods: Three brands of Drakshavaleha were meticulously assessed through a range of tests, including organoleptic analysis, physicochemical evaluations, heavy metal content analysis, microbial contamination assessments, and qualitative phytochemical screenings. Standardized protocols and methodologies from pharmacopoeias were used for all evaluations to ensure reliable and consistent results. Results and Discussion: The findings indicated notable variations in the evaluation parameters of the different brands. Physicochemical and Pharmaceutical analysis revealed disparities in pH levels and total reducing sugar levels. Heavy metal testing and microbial contamination levels were within acceptable ranges for all samples. The qualitative phytochemical screening identified differences in the concentration of key active ingredients, potentially impacting therapeutic efficacy. Conclusion: This study underscores the importance of standardization in maintaining the safety and efficacy of Ayurvedic formulations. By identifying variations in quality and safety parameters, it provides critical insights for manufacturers to improve their production processes. Ultimately, this research advocates for enhanced quality assurance practices to uphold the integrity of Ayurvedic medicine in the global market
An Ayurveda Approach Towards Acute Sciatica with Paraesthesia
Get PDFSciatica is pain or paraesthesia which is radiates path of the sciatic nerve and its branches from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and down to the leg. A 41-year-old female patient with an acute low back ache to radiate to left lower limb with paraesthesia for three months came to Kayachikitsa IPD of Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda College on 18/3/24. The pain was graded eight out of ten in the VAS pain scale and her overall Oswestry low back pain score is 32 which means severe functional disability. She underwent for Vatakapha hara chikitsa protocol. It includes Rookshana, Snigda sweda, Vata hara, and Brihmana chikitsa. Ayurvedic preparations like Aadarisahacharadi kasayam, Suntibaladi choornam Vyoshadi guggulu were given Swedam, Patrapoliswedam, and Pizhichil, Shastika pinda swedam, Yoga vasti along with passive exercise were given. After 30 days of treatment outcome of these treatments found to be very positive. There was a substantial recovery in walking duration, heaviness, touch temperature perception and pain relief was observed. Subjective parameters like, SLR test, Oswestry low back pain disability questionnaire, Sciatica bothersome index, Sciatica frequency index, Roland morris low back pain and disability questionnaire was taken for assessment parameters. The patient got relief in all parameters after treatment. It was proved significant improvement of patient’s primary symptoms. These therapies reduce pain, stiffness and improve circulation
Choorna Kalpana: Bridging Ayurvedic Traditions with Modern Size Reduction Techniques for Optimal Therapeutic Outcomes
Get PDFChoorna Kalpana, a fine powder derived from completely dry drugs, is a fundamental preparation in Ayurveda. Recognized for its stability and ease of absorption, Choorna is used independently to treat various diseases, as an adjuvant with other medicines, and in secondary preparations like Avaleha (medicated semisolid preparation), Vati (tablets), and Sneha Kalpana (oil and ghee preparations). The preparation involves meticulous processes of washing, drying, pounding, and sieving drugs to ensure homogeneity. Modern practices in Choorna Kalpana incorporate size reduction techniques such as cutting, compression, impact, and attrition, which enhance its efficiency and therapeutic potential. Factors influencing size reduction, including hardness, toughness, abrasiveness, stickiness, softening temperature, and moisture content, are critical for achieving desired particle sizes. Size separation and mixing techniques are also essential in ensuring the uniformity and efficacy of Choorna. This paper explores the traditional and modern methodologies of Choorna preparation, highlighting its significance in Ayurvedic medicine
Ayurvedic Management of Visarpa w.s.r to Herpes Zoster
Get PDFVisarpa is one of the major Skin disease which is widely explained in our Ayurvedic classics. The clinical features contemplates with Herpes Zoster which is an active transmitting Viral disease. This case reports shows the Successful treatment of Visarpa. Here presenting a case of 72 year, female with sudden onset of 2-3 Vesicles on an Erthyematous base over the chin and left half of the lower lip, along with dragging pain and burning sensation within 2 days. Gradually Vesicles started to appear over the left side of the face, left Ear, Tongue with increased number of Vesicles within 4-5days along with other symptoms persists. Clinically the patient was diagnosed as Visarpa (Herpes Zoster). As Pitta Dosha and Raktha Dhathu vitiation was noticed, managed by Siravyadha as Shodhananga chikitsa and the Dravyas with Tiktha Rasa, Sheetha veerya in nature. The patient showed improvement within 15days of Treatment. The detailed case is presented in the full paper
Herbal Medicine: A Promising Approach for the Treatment of Alzheimer\u27s Disease
Get PDFAlzheimer\u27s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease manifesting in cognitive decline, impairment of memory, and behavioural deterioration. Alzheimer’s is a relatively common type of dementia. The pathological basis for the progression of Alzheimer\u27s disease is beta-amyloid protein accumulation, phosphorylation of tau protein, abnormal glial cell function, inflammation, neurotransmitter imbalance, along with oxidative stress in brain tissue. Current available therapies are targeted at amelioration of symptoms alone and focus on a limited spectrum of pathophysiological processes. It is evident that it is essential to develop a multi-target therapeutic option in managing Alzheimer\u27s disease, in view of the broad range of factors in disease progression and sever consequences for sufferers. Herbal medicines are seen as a potential resource in the treatment of Alzheimer\u27s disease, in view of their historical use in traditional medicine as neuroprotectants. Herbal medicines have been evaluated in animal studies designed to determine their capacity to prevent neurodegenerative disease and ameliorate memory defects. This review elaborates on the studies conducted on several medicinal plants that have been investigated for their potential in the prevention and treatment of memory defects in animal models
Analytical Evaluation of Abhraka Bhasma Samples after Marana, Amritikarana and Lohitikarana
Get PDFRasaushadhies or herbo-mineral formulations undergo rigorous processes to convert into nano size. The particle size does matters a lot in terms of absorption, assimilation and proper excretion from the body. The pharmaceutical procedures should be strictly adhered so as to ensure safety and efficacy. Abhraka bhasma is a popularly used formulation in Ayurvedic practice. Abhraka or black mica is a bad conductor of heat. So the process of Bhasmikarana requires high quantum of heat in order to render into Bhasma form. Amritikarana is a specific process included in the preparation of Abhraka bhasma. The current study evaluates the essentiality of this process in Bhasmikarana. A detailed analytical study is been carried out to find the differences in the samples before and after Amritikarana. The present study reveals that the particle size has reduced much and the iron content was at maximum concentration in the samples after the process of Amritikarana and Lohitikarana
A Case Study Highlighting the Impact of Dadhimadi Ghrut on Pandu Roga w.s.r. to Iron Deficiency Anemia
Get PDFContext: In India, the most common cause of anemia is a nutritional iron deficiency. The nearby term for iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in Ayurveda is Pandu Roga. Due to the high prevalence of IDA in society and the frequent side effects of oral allopathic iron preparations, Ayurvedic ghee was given in a case report of a woman suffering from IDA in order to evaluate the efficacy of Dadhimadhi Ghrut, an Ayurvedic remedy. Aim: Evaluation of role of Dadhimadhi Ghrut in haemoglobin level and iron binding capacity in a patient suffering from Pandu (IDA). Design: Case report - Clinical study. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on a woman of IDA for a period of 12 weeks. Clinical features and hematological parameters were documented before, during and after treatment. Results: The present study shows that the trial drug Dadhimadhi Ghrut is effective to improve clinical features and hematological parameters significantly. The medicine is effective to increase the hemoglobin level g/dL (8.4 -10.1g/dL) in 6 weeks and 3.61g/dL (8.4 -12.01g/dL) in 15 weeks. No adverse effect of the trial drug was observed during the study. Conclusion: The results suggest that Dadhimadhi Ghrut is significantly effective in the management of IDA in anemic woman