Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
Volume 2, Issue 2 (2013)
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Table of contents
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Ayurvedic Concept of Allergy in Reference to Diet and Regimen
Abstract: AbstractLife of man depends on three main sub-pillars; these are Ahar, nidra and brahmacharya. Ahar plays very important role to provide strength, complexion and lifespan. Nowadays, human life is too busy to fulfill his lawful diet. Some diets are incompatible, unwholesome while some are wholesome. Unwholesome and incompatible produce untoward skin diseases. Foods that are not suited to body produce allergy. Udard, koth, raktapradoshaja vikara and shitapitta are allergic disorders. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Critical Study on Ahara with Special Reference to Geriatrics
Abstract: AbstractIn the ancient era the people had a long and healthy life because of their healthy food habits and lifestyle. Jara or old age is one among the natural diseases as per Acharya Sushruta. Jara or old age may be Kalakrita (due to the effect of time) or Akalakrita (Premature due to aggravation of Dosha or by nature). Acharya Sharangadhara mentions about the gradual decrease of childhood, growth, lustre, memory, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Glimpse of Seevana Karma (Suturing) in Ayurveda
Abstract: AbstractSushruta who lived about 1500–1000 B.C. in India was much ahead of his time in expounding and practicing the surgical principles of which the truth of many is only being realized now. He is considered as the pioneer in many fields. Suturing is one among his innumerable and valuable contributions. Basics of suturing which he described years back are still followed. His contribution in suturing technique is reviewed here. Literature …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Pharmaceutico-analytical Study of Navasadara Satva
Abstract: AbstractNavasadara (Ammonium Chloride; NH4Cl) is one of the rasadravyas included under sadharana rasa varga. Navasadara satvapatana is one of the potent formulations explained in the text Rasatarangini. Navasadara satva possesses the properties like deepana, kapha nissaraka, ruchya, and indicated in amlapitta, hrudaya dourbalya, murcha, puppusashotha, etc. In general, satvapatana means extraction of metallic portion from ore. But here satvapatana process is mentioned for mineral like navasadara. So present study has …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Postprandial Elevation of Body Temperature – A Diagnostic Tool for Diq (Tuberculosis)
Abstract: AbstractDiq (tuberculosis) is one of the oldest diseases. The writings from different civilizations represent its clues. The man has been striving to know, to identify, to diagnose, to cure, to prevent and to eradicate this emaciating disease. All renowned Unani physicians have paid due attention towards the description of this disease. They are of the opinion that Diq is a condition in which Hararat Ghair Tabayee (abnormal heat) is associated …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 37–44 Read article
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Rationale behind Scope of Hepato-Protective Drugs in the Treatment of Mukhdushika (Acne Vulgaris)
Abstract: AbstractAmong the skin diseases, mukhadushika is the most commonly observed ailment in day-to-day life having latent impact on one’s psychological behavior. Mukhdushika is mentioned in the context of kshudraroga by almost all major lexicons of Ayurveda with its brief pathogenesis. In contemporary medicine mukhdushika can be correlated with acne vulgaris which is predominant in puberty due to hormonal changes. Excess androgen leads to over secretion of sebum from sebaceous glands …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 45–51 Read article
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Standardization of Calcium-based Unani Formulation: Kushta Kharmohra
Abstract: AbstractKushta Kharmohra is a herbo-mineral formulation used since ancient times in traditional system of medicine as well as folklore for the treatment of various ailments. At present, there is very little selective information available about its quality-control parameters. It is crucial to scientifically evaluate kushta kharmohra for delineation of their place in health care so as to validate the criteria for its worldwide usage. In the present work, an attempt …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 52–57 Read article
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Standardization of Unani Poly-herbal Formulation Habb-e-Rasaut
Abstract: AbstractLack of standardized herbal medicines as OTC products is a major setback in the popular acceptance of these products. Standardization and quality control of indigenous medicines will not only increase the benefits of the drugs but also translate into higher profits for industry. Present study has been carried out to ascertain the quality of the ingredients used in the formulation through pharmacognostic, physicochemical and TLC studies which may serve as …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 58–60 Read article
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Toxicological and Pharmacological Effect of Khadirarista in Animal Model
Abstract: AbstractThe objective of this study is to investigate the toxicological and pharmacological aspects of the popular Ayurvedic preparation Khadirarista (KDR). Khadirarista was administered orally to male albino rat. After 46 days of treatment period, animals were fasted for 18 h after the last administration. Biochemical studies including; total protein, serum albumin, blood urea nitrogen, bilirubin, creatinine, aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase and alkaline phosphatase were conducted. Triglyceride and creatinine levels were …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 61–67 Read article