Efficacy of and its modified dosage form of granules in the management of bronchial asthma - An open-label randomized controlled clinical trial.

Background: Bronchial asthma is a common chronic episodic respiratory disease that resemblance to in Ayurveda. is one of the primarily recommended formulations for the management of (bronchial asthma), (cough), and (hiccup). Although dosage forms are better medicaments, granules have an added advantage over them such as palatability, less moisture content, and easy handling.

Efficacy of external application of oil and gel dosage forms of formulation in combination with in the management of (vitiligo) - An open-labeled comparative clinical trial.

Introduction: (ART) is one of the herbomineral formulations mentioned in Chakradatta indicated in (vitiligo). Modification of form into gel form reduces the risk of contamination in view of arsenical contents (, ) assures precise dose administration at desired site (by avoiding spreading). The gel is a comparatively acceptable dosage form than that of medicated oil.

Comparative pharmaceutico-analytical study of prepared by two different media of (orpiment).

Introduction: Foremost, is described in Rasendra Chintamani by Acharya Dhundhuknath. It is a formulation that is prepared from the arsenical drug, i.e.

Standard operating procedure of Purification of ( Linn.) along with pharmacognostical and analytical profiles of Plumbagin.

Introduction: (purification) is the process by which one can remove the impurity or toxicity of the raw drug and make the drug suitable for therapeutic purpose. ( Linn.) is well known drug in Ayurveda and root of this plant is being used for therapeutic purpose and requires purification before used as a medicine.

Chronic toxicity study of in Charle's foster albino rats.

Introduction: (SPR) is a (a mercurial-arsenical formulation of prepared by specific pharmaceutical-controlled, indirect heat treatment [sand bath] in glass bottle) that contains (processed mercury), (processed sulfur), (processed arsenic trisulfide), (processed arsenic oxide) and (process arsenic disulfide) in equal quantity as ingredients. , , and are highly potent minerals which are included in the Drug and Cosmetic Act 1940 under Schedule E1 because of their toxic nature in crude form.

Materials And Methods: In the present study, SPR was evaluated for safety profile through its chronic toxicity study in Charle's foster albino rats.

Process standardization of (purification) in (decoction).

Background: (SM) is a brassy golden yellowish mineral with chemical composition of CuFeS that is widely used in therapeutics to treat various disease conditions such as (diabetes), (anemia), (skin diseases) and (fever). This mineral needs to be processed by the following specified Ayurveda guidelines in order to make it therapeutically safe and more potent. These processes include (preliminary process of eliminating unwanted substances), (incineration) and (nectorization) that are mandatory and play a crucial role in therapeutics.

Pharmacognostical evaluation of Psoralea corylifolia Linn. seed.

Psoralea corylifolia Linn. belonging to Fabaceae family is an important endangered plant that has been therapeutically used to treat different pathological manifestations since ages. It is commonly known as Bakuchi in Sanskrit.

Unique contributions of Keraleeya Ayurveda in pediatric health care.

Childhood is considered as the most important phase in life, which determines the quality of health, well being, learning and behaviour across the lifespan. This may be the reason for giving the foremost position for Balacikitsa among Ashtangas (8 branches) of Ayurveda. The regional growth of indigenous medicine gave significant contribution for the development of primary health care.

Physicochemical Screening and Shelf Life Evaluation of Prepared using and .

Introduction: (KG) is an Ayurvedic formulation commonly recommended in skin disorders, especially (Acne vulgaris). (stigma of Linn.) is a prime ingredient in the formulation.

Analytical profile of (incinerated hen egg shells) prepared by two different methods.

Background: (KTB) (incinerated hen egg shells) is one of the important calcium-rich medicines used to treat leukorrhea, urinary tract infections, etc. Ancient scholars suggested that KTB prepared with processed (cinnabar) is more potent than prepared without . Hence, in the present study, an attempt has been made to prepare incinerated hen egg shells using two different methods with and without cinnabar and their analytical profiles have been developed.

Critical Review of : A Comprehensive Treatise of Indian Alchemy.

Rasaratna Samuccaya (RRS) a 13 century C.E. alchemical treatise, authored by Vāgbhaṭa, is a useful compilation related to preparation and properties of drugs of mineral and metallic origin.

Efficacy of Vasa Avaleha and its granules on Tamaka Shwasa (bronchial asthma): Open-label randomized clinical study.

Introduction: Bronchial asthma is one of the chronic inflammatory disorders of the respiratory tract causing a huge number of deaths annually. Increased industrialization and pollution are the exacerbating factors for this situation. In Ayurveda, this miserable condition is comparable with Tamaka Shwasa.

Standard manufacturing procedure for Laghu Malini Vasanta Rasa in context of Bhavana (levigation).

Introduction: Laghu Malini Vasanta (LMV) Rasa is a well-known Vasanta Kalpa (formulation). As per reference of Yoga Ratnakara, Rasaka and Maricha are chief ingredients in 2:1 proportion. Bhavana (levigation) is said to be given first with Navaneeta (freshly prepared cow's butter) and then with Nimbu Swarasa (lemon juice) until Ghrita Vimukta stage is reached.

Shelf-life evaluation of Kaṃsaharītakī avaleha and its granules: A preliminary study.

Background: Savīryatā-avadhi (shelf life) of different Ayurvedic dosage forms is described in Śārṅgadharasaṃhitā. Though the concepts have a strong background, we seek to re-evaluate the age old concepts by following current norms. An attempt has been made in the present study to evaluate shelf-life of Kaṃsaharītakī avaleha and its granules.

Anti-arthritic Activity of Dashanga Ghana (An Ayurvedic Compound Formulation) Against Freund's Adjuvant Induced Arthritis in Charles Foster Albino Rats.

Introduction: Arthritis is the most common cause of disability, limiting the activities of adults throughout the world. Apart from the conventional treatment strategies using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs, and glucocorticoids, newer and safer drugs are continuously being searched, as long-term usage of these drugs have resulted in adverse effects. Besides this, currently a number of medicinal plants are under scientific evaluation to develop a promising remedy in these cases.

Shelf-life evaluation of Rasayana Churna: A preliminary study.

Background: Concept of Saviryta Avadhi (shelf-life) of Ayurvedic dosage forms is well-defined in classics of Ayurveda. Information on this is scattered in initial classics of Ayurveda like Charaka Samhita, but focused well after 13(th) Century AD in texts such as Vangasena Samhita, Sharangadhara Samhita and Yogaratnakara. Though the concepts have a strong background; considering the pharmaceutical development, a need is felt to re-evaluate the age old concepts by following current norms.

Pharmaceutical standardization of granules.

Introduction: is a well-known ayurvedic preparation. Considering certain inconveniences of , an attempt has been made to convert it into granules that are convenient in handling, dispensing, and storage.

Aim: To convert into granules form and develop standard manufacturing procedure.

Anti-inflammatory activity of Guduchi Ghana (aqueous extract of Tinospora Cordifolia Miers.).

Background: Guduchi Ghana is one of the unique Ayuvedic classical preparation which is prepared from aqueous of extract of Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia Miers.) stem. It is one of the frequently used drugs to treat the Madhumeha, Pandu, Kamala, Amlapitta, Grahani, Kustha, Jirna Jwara and Viswamjwara, Trishna, Shool, Yakritavikara, etc.

Pharmaceutical standardization of Svarṇa vaṅga.

Background: Kūpīpakva Rasāyana is a category of Rasauṣadhis (herbomineral medicines) prepared by unique pharmaceutical process explained in Rasaśāstra. Svarṇa Vanga (SV) is one such medicament indicated mainly in diseases such as Madhumeha (diabetes mellitus), Śvāsa (respiratory disorders), Pradara (menorrhagia), and as a Vrṣya (aphrodisiac).

Aims And Objectives: The aim of this study is to establish the standard manufacturing process for SV and analyze its organoleptic and physicochemical properties.

Anti-diabetic formulations of Nāga bhasma (lead calx): A brief review.

Introduction: Ayurvedic formulations usually contain ingredients of herbal, mineral, metal or animal in origin. Nāga bhasma (lead calx) is a potent metallic formulation mainly indicated in the treatment of Prameha (~diabetes). Until date, no published information is available in compiled form on the formulations containing Nāga bhasma as an ingredient, their dose and indications.

Standardization of Shodhita Naga with special reference to thermogravimetry and infra-red spectroscopy.

Background: Standardization of Ayurvedic medicine is the need of hour to obtain desired quality of final product. Shodhana literally means purification, is the initial step to make drugs like metals, minerals and poisonous herbs suitable for further procedure. Shodhana of metals/minerals help to expose maximum surface area of drug for chemical reactions and also in impregnation of organic materials and their properties in the drug.

Ayurvedic management of adverse drug reactions with Shvitrahara Varti.

Adverse drug reactions (ADR) are an expression that describes harm associated with the use of medications at therapeutic dose. Traditional medicines also can develop ADRs due to their improper use. Shvitrahara Varti, one of such medicines holds Bakuchi as a component and is to be used judiciously.

Immunomodulatory activity of Āmalaki Rasāyana: An experimental evaluation.

Background: Ayurvedic system of medicine holds a number of drugs that improves the immunity. Āmalaki (Emblica officinalis) is one such drug. Researches with crude extracts of Āmalaki have proven the antioxidant and immunomodulatory activities.