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FACETS OF SNEHA MURCHHANA SANSKARA– A REVIEW
No full textBackground: Sneha Kalpana is a formulation that is highly used in the Ayurvedic fraternity as it incorporates both waterand lipid soluble active constituents of the medicine. Widely acclaimed for its therapeutic efficacy, Sneha Kalpanas havemade an irreplaceable niche in the treatment of the patients. Murchhana Sanskara is an ancillary procedure of Sneha Pakathat had been added in the Ayurvedic text Bhaisajya Ratnavali. The text started the trend of emphasising the SnehaMurchhana Sanskara which is supposed to remove unwanted products or Doshas in the crude Sneha. Aim: The currentattempt is aimed to compile such works done with Sneha Murchhana and to establish the rationale behind MurchhanaSanskara. Materials and Methods: The studies that included analytical and clinical studies of Murchhana Sanskara ofSneha in comparison with Amurchhita Sneha were included in the current work. The works included were collected fromIPGT&RA and those available in the journals from internet. Results: In all the studies, the results showed that MurchhanaSanskara helped in changing analytical parameters which finally helped in increasing the stability and efficacy of theformulations. Conclusion: On the basis of observations and results, it can be concluded that Sneha Murchhana has apositive impact and should be considered an integral part of Sneha Paka
CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF ROLE OF SIMHASYADI KVATHA IN VATARAKTA
No full textVatarakta is disease caused due to separate vitiation of vata & rakta. Gati of aggravated vata is obstructed inits passage by dushit rakta (Impure blood) which ultimately generates Vatarakta. Etiological factors ofVatarakta, are responsible for vataprakop and raktadushti & also for its signs & symptoms. Simhasyadi kwathis combination of Raktaprasadak & Raktashodhak (Blood purifiers) and also vatashamak, vatanulomalk(Removes aggravated vata from body) dravyas. This decoction helps in vatarakta to remove raktadushti(impurities in blood), srotovibandh (Blokages in srotas) and also causes vatashaman. Simhasyadi kvatharelieves symptoms by raktashodhan, raktaprasadan and vatashaman. vasa removes toxins, stickiness of rakta,increases circulation, does raktaprasadan & shodhan. Hingu does shodhan & shaman of strotolipta kleda(Stickiness in srotas). Laghupanchamula are vata-pitta shamak when combined, hence responsible forvatashaman & raktagata pitta shaman. Erandamul is Vrishya and vatahara, hence does vatashaman. Erandtail, also primarily vatanashak and also virechan (laxative) i.e. raktagata pittashodhak. Amruta is best rasayan(rejuvenation). It acts as raktashodhan & raktaprasadan by tikta, kashay rasa. Saindhava is srotovivarankar(Cleaning of srotas) & anuloman by lavan rasa, & prasadak by tikta rasa & sheeta virya. simhasyadi kvatha iseffective in vatarakta
Clinical Evaluation of Modified Manashiladi Lepa in the prevention of post- surgical scar
No full textAbstract:
Scar formation is an unavoidable consequence of post surgical wound healing and it is very disturbing for a person who is undergoing surgery in relation to cosmetic value. Prevention of post- surgical scar is a cosmetic challenge. Prevention of scar will enhance the beauty of the skin of the patients who has undergone caesarian section during delivery. Acharya Sharangadhara in his book Sharangadhara Samhita has explained different types of formulations for usage out of which ‘Bahya Kalpana’ is one. Lepa Kalpana forms an important sub type of Bahya Kalpana which is widely used due to its action on the localized area of application. Manashiladi Lepa is explained in ‘Rasa Tantra Sara Va Siddha Prayoga Sangraha’ for the prevention of scar in the skin surface.The formulation contains ghrita and madhu which is to be mixed with the powder of the herbs told in the formulation. In the present scenario, the lepa kalpana is not liked by the patients themselves as it leaves behind residual marks on the skin surface and stains the cloth if it comes in contact with it. Hence a modified lepa in the form of ointment which contains reduced amount of oiliness and good packing is accepted by all. The analytical and pharmaceutical study of modified lepa proved that lepa can successfully modified into ointment form which fulfills the standards of ideal ointment. Clinical evaluation of ointment in Caesarian section wound , it can be concluded that the drug Manashilaadi Ointment possesses efficacy in preventing scar formation with fine scaring without producing any adverse effect. So, it is recommended as a cost-effective, easy to prepare and effective therapy in preventing the scar formation in post surgical cases
A REVIEW ON THE CONCEPT OF PRANA IN CHARAKA SAMHITHA
No full textAyurveda aims at treating the rogi than mere roga. Knowledge of vitality among components of ayu (shreera, inriya, satva and atma) is necessary for a bhishak as well as common man in understanding Ayurveda. Majority of the Ayurveda treatises have their own unique style of narrating the concepts and methods to understand the tantra. Support of various related shastras, tantrayuktis, other fields of medicine, utility of language, holistic approach towards a concept and its systematic review would help in finer development of theoretical and practical skills.
‘Prana’ is one such concept seen in Charaka samhitha which is understood and interpreted with multiple meanings according to different contexts such as life, breath, subtype of vata, essence of food, agni, ojas, indriya and so on. This concept of prana can also be seen in different literatures and routine usage of language. It is important to know which meaning is to be considered in particular context. Versatile approach towards prana seen in Charaka samhitha and there is a need to review it thoroughly for understanding it in a better way. Reviewing provides more ways to communicate, learn and develop. Present literary work is an attempt towards the systematic compilation and review of the concept of prana mentioned in Charaka samhitha and its interpretation.
Key words: Prana, Charaka samhitha, Ayu, Vital energy, Tantrayukti
AYURVEDA IN DENTISTRY: A SCIENTIFIC REVIEW
No full textAyurveda is an ancient science based on holistic therapeutic methods and believes that oral and general healthproblems can be treated by balancing the three doshas of the human body- vata, pitta and kapha. The change indiet and life style modifications in the present era resulted in various health diseases as well change in usage ofallopathic medications causing ill-effects. To prevent all these ill-effects as well various health issuesalternative traditional medicine (Ayurveda) came into light such as oil pulling, salt water mixture, turmeric etc.used for strengthening of gums, teeth, and jaw, tooth decay, halitosis, prevention of pain, healing of socket andmany other periodontal diseases. The present review highlights the role of ayurveda in the management ofvarious oral health problems
PRAKRUTI IN VIEW OF CRITICS FOR RESEARCH
No full textBackground: A lots of research have been done on the concept of Prakruti. As we know, Prakruti is the constitution ofour body and mind. It indicates physical, physiological and psychological characters of human. There is a lots of scope forthe research regarding the co-relation of a specific disease with Prakruti. The consideration of etiological factor in suchtype of research will definitely increase the accuracy of the research.The aim of this article is to compile all scatteredreferences from classical text for the same. Method: the three major compendium of ayurveda, namely, charaka Samhita,Sushrut Samhita and vagbhata has refered for this purpose. The references regarding to Prakruti, its formation, types,relation with tri doshas (three basic components of body) has been observed from main text and critics also the concept ofprakrut and vaikrut dosha, Prakrutisama roga has elaborated with their references in compendium. All these observationsconclude that predisposition of a disease can get converted to disease if there is hetuseven or etiological factor. Vaikrutdosha is a set of dosha which get vitiated by etiological factors. Conclusion: etiological factor is essential for vitiation ofdosh and manifestation of disease In certain Prakruti,disease predisposition can get converted into disease if there ispresence of hetu or etiological factor
A REVIEW OF PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION OF VISHAGHNA DRAVYAS FROM CHARAKOKT MAHAKASHAY IN DRUG-INDUCED NEPHROTOXICITY W.S.R. TO GARAVISHAJANYA SHOTHA
No full textKidney being a major organ of excretion, is susceptible to the damage caused due to variety of toxins such as xenobiotics, drugs, environmental toxins etc. Nephrotoxicity is impairment of renal function which occurs due to adverse effects of these toxins on kidney. Oxidative stress is implicated as one of the mechanisms of drug induced nephrotoxicity. Drug induced nephrotoxicity (DIN) can be correlated with the concept of gara visha in Ayurveda. Shotha is one of the important manifestations found in gara visha as well as drug induced nephrotoxicity. Vishaghna dravyas from Charakokt Mahakashays possess shothaghna, raktashodhak, tridoshashamak and mutral properties. Also, these dravyas have been reported for antioxidant and nephroprotective potential. Hence, these vishaghna dravyas from Charakokt Mahakashays can be useful in garavishajanya shotha as well as drug induced nephrotoxicity. This review article is an attempt to discuss the role of vishaghna dravyas as antioxidant and gara vishaghna in oxidative stress induced nephrotoxicity with special reference to garavishajanya shotha
Critical review of differential diagnosis of Kandu(ED-2.2) from ayurveda(SAT-A.1) perspective.: Review of differential diagnosis of Kandu (ED-2.2)
No full textoai:ojs2.jahm.in:article/1Rupa(SAT-C.111) is one of the important tools for understanding of any disease. Kandu(ED-2.2) is one of the common presenting symptoms in patients today which affects the quality of life. It is present either as local or generalised symptom. One symptom might be common to many diseases. Kandu(ED-2.2) is also present as a symptom in many dermatological as well as other systemic diseases. So, it is important to study the differential diagnosis of Kandu(ED-2.2) from ayurveda(SAT-A.1) perspective to diagnose the underlying condition and treat it accordingly.
Keywords – Kandu(ED-2.2), Pruritus, differential diagnosis, ayurveda(SAT-A.1) perspectiv
Pharmaceutico-analytical study on Brihat Madhusnuhi Rasayana
No full textThe classical textual compendium Sahasrayoga explains a unique formulation –Brihat Madhusnuhi rasayana, under Lehya kalpana. Madhusnihi- Smialx china being the prime drug of this recipe also possesses Guggulu and Gandhaka which are also appreciated well for their potent kushthaghna, vranaropaka and rasayana action.The formulation is widely used even today while during the treatment of arsha-bhagandara-vrana etc. The formulation is a well known recipe in the cure of the deadly diseases like non healing ulcers and syphilis, chronic degenerative arthritis etc.
The formulation was prepared as per the classical method of lehya kalpana by taking the ingredients as referred in classical mentioning. The pharmaceutico-analytical findings of the test drug appear valuable in determining the quality of the drug and hence may be used as an important tool to establish its effective molecules in selective diseases too
AN UNDERSTANDING OF UDAVARTA – A CASE STUDY
No full textUdavarta (reverse movement of vata) is one among the most common and surprisingly most neglected and mis-interpreted clinical condition. The concept of Udavarta takes various stances – sometimes as a Nidana (etiology), sometimes as an event of samprapti (pathogenesis) and also as a vyadhi (disease). But all the three are somehow interrelated. An attempt has been made to show the illustration of Udavarta vyadhi through a case study wherein a symptom complex of udavarta was well managed with basti karma (medicated enema)