3 publications
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Published Subscription Review Article
A Critical Review of Gandhaka & Its Shodhan Research Work with Special Emphasis on the 1st Method Following RasataranginiBy Patel Harshilkumar Mukeshkumar, Parwez A. Ansari, Ankit K. Gupta, Vijay K. Rai, Ravina Chandubhai Desai
Abstract: Background: Ayurveda is an ancient healthcare system that influences many modern treatments. One of its key branches, Rasa Shastra, studies the health benefits of strong minerals and metals like mercury, sulphur, mica, and black bitumen. Among these, sulphur is critical for detoxification, blood purification, and digestion, being the third most common element in the human body after calcium and phosphorus. Before sulphur is used in Ayurvedic medicine, it must be …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article →
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Published Subscription Original Research
A Comparative Analytical Study on Gandhaka Ointment Prepared by Two Different Oleaginous Bases – As a Thesis ArticleBy Patel Harshilkumar Mukeshkumar, Parwez Ahmad Ansari, Ankit Kumar Gupta, Desai Ravina Chandu Bhai
Abstract: Gandhaka (purified sulphur) is broadly used in Ayurvedic dermatological preparations, particularly in Malahara Kalpana (ointment formulations), due to its well-known antimicrobial and skin-healing properties. Although classical Ayurvedic texts, such as Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, do not directly mention Gandhaka ointment, Rasatarangini by Acharya Sadanand Sharma describes four discrete methods for preparing Gandhaka Taila (sulphur-infused oil). In this study, the third method was selected to prepare Gandhaka Taila using two …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 27–39 Read article →
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Published Subscription Case Study
Effective Ayurvedic Management of Dadru Kustha with Herbo- mineral Aushadhi yoga: A Single Case StudyBy Patel Harshilkumar Mukeshkumar, Parwez Ahmad Ansari, Ankit Kumar Gupta
Abstract: The skin, as the body's largest organ, is highly prone to various disorders due to its size and exposure to external factors. The majority of skin conditions are often the result of infections, including those caused by fungi or bacteria. In Ayurveda, skin diseases are grouped under the term 'Kustha' and are further categorized into MahaKustha and KshudraKustha. Among these, Dadru is a notable condition, classified as Raktapradoshaja Vikara, with …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 26–31 Read article →