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36 articles for “Shodhan”
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Standard Manufacturing Procedure (SMP) of Jaharamohara Bhasma Prepared by two Methods
Abstract: Introduction: Jaharamohara (Serpentine) is an important drug of Ayurveda and Unani medicine. In the literature of Rasashastra it is classified under Sikta Varga (group of silica containing drugs). In classical texts, different Bhavana Dravya (levigating material) are advised for the preparation of Jaharamohara Bhasma which enhances its potency. However, no work has been done till date to standardize Jaharamohara Bhasma by two different methods. Aim: An attempt has been made …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics in Charaka Samhita W.S.R to Chikitsasthana.
Abstract: Charaka Samhita provides insightful information on the holistic approach to well-being by addressing every facet of health, from illness management to preventive measures. It is organized into eight Sthana, and is filled with information on anatomy, physiology, disease etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and health maintenance principles. The term "Charakastu Chikitsite" denotes that Charaka Samhita is the greatest treatise on Ayurvedic therapeutics. Numerous subjects related to diagnosis, treatment planning, and disease management …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–25 Read article
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Standard Manufacturing Procedure of Rajavarta Bhasma Prepared from two Varieties
Abstract: Rasaaushadhi are the backbone of Ayurveda therapeutics. Bhasma Kalpana comprises of conversion of metals and minerals into suitable form. In Rasashastra, Rajavarta (lapis lazuli) is one among Uparatna (semi-precious stone) and used as a Bhasma in Prameha (polyuria), Kshaya (emaciation), Pandu (pallor) and many more. However besides its therapeutic uses, it remains unexplored by scholars of Rasashastra. In present era, two types of Rajavarta are available in market based on …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Application of Nanotechnology in Rasaushadhi Preparations for Nanoparticle Synthesis—A Comparative Review
Abstract: Nanotechnology—a constantly evolving branch of science and technology—reveals great potential for the early diagnosis, care and mitigation of numerous illnesses. In the field of Ayurvedic medicine, a variety of herbal, herbo-mineral and herbo-metallic compositions are used in formulations namely Bhasma, Kupipakwa Rasayana, Kharaliya Rasayana since a long era. To minimize the particle size of the substance (nanoparticles), procedures such as Shodhana, Nirvapa, Mardana, Bhavana, Marana, and others are carried out. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Case Study on Ayurvedic Management of Psoriasis (Ekakushtha)
Abstract: Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches. In Ayurveda, such skin diseases fall under "Kushtha," divided into two categories: "Maha Kushtha," which includes more severe disorders with systemic effects, and "Kshudra Kushtha," encompassing less severe conditions like "Ekakushtha." The dominancy of Doshas in Ekakushtha is Vata and Kapha.In present case study, 26 years of old male patient was presented to the panchakarma OPD at …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 5–12 Read article
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A Study on Ekakushtha (Psoriasis) With Its Ayurvedic Management
Abstract: The skin, the delicate outer layer of vertebrates, often reflects internal imbalances and stress-related conditions within the body. In Ayurveda, the skin (Tvak) is considered a mirror of internal health, revealing various abnormalities or disorders. All skin diseases are collectively categorized under the term "Kushtha" in Ayurvedic texts. The ancient Acharyas explain that Kushtha involves the imbalance of all three doshas, with the specific type of Kushtha determined by the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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A Clinical Case Study of Kaphaja Visarpa W.S.R to Pemphigus Vulgaris
Abstract: Background: Visarpa is a classical Ayurvedic dermatological condition characterised by Swift spreading of lesions across the skin involving Twak, Lasika, Rakta, and Mamsa. Kaphaja Visarpa, a subtype dominated by Kapha dosha, presents with pallor-coloured oily lesions, itching, swelling, and mild pain. Case Summary: A 58-year-old female patient, a known case of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, presented with shiny, oedematous, pale skin lesions across the chest, abdomen, and back, accompanied by …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Schizophenia – An Ayurvedic Review and Treatment – A Case study
Abstract: Schizophrenia is a complex, heterogeneous disorder. It is neuro developmental disorder characterized by problems with thinking (cognition),behavior- not focused on goals, negative symptoms, suicidal thoughts This means having a reduced or impaired ability to function normally and having noemotions(notmakingeyecontact,notchangingfacialexpressions,orspeakinginamonotone).Additionally, the person may lose interest in daily activities, withdraw from relationships, or be unable to sustain and reflection often associated with hearing or speech disorders, extreme confusion and associated functional impairments. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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Effect of Virechana Karma, Ketaki-Rasonadi Brimhana-Sneha and Amritadi Ghanavati in Asthikshaya w.s.r. Osteoporosis
Abstract: It is estimated that worldwide, osteoporosis causes more than 8.9 million fractures annually. Long-term use of modern medication of osteoporosis are generally associated with adverse effects like deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, endometrial cancer, ulcers of esophagus, upper GI irritation, irregular heartbeat and thromboembolic disease. As such, no direct reference of osteoporosis is available in Ayurveda but similar condition is described under different diseases like Asthikshaya, Asthimajjagata Vata. The proper …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 61–69 Read article
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A Review of Danti (Baliospermum montanum Muell. Arg.) from Ayurvedic Perspective
Abstract: Danti is classical example of Virechak Prabhava given by Charkacharya. The botanical source of Danti is Baliospermum montanum Muell. Arg, belonging to the family Euphorbiaceae. Information regarding this drug is available in the classical text of Ayurveda. This review recollects the information related to Danti from Brihatrayi and Laghutrayi (1500BC–600AD), Sangraha Grantha’s, almost all the Nighantus and other texts (800AD–1900AD). It is observed that the drug is used in 76 …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 46–51 Read article
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Randomized Comparative Clinical Study of Virechana Karma & Dhanyamla Sarvang Dhara in the Management of Sthaulya w. s. r. to Obesity
Abstract: Modernization, affluence, science, and technological development leads to still more sedentary lifestyles, which lead to many disorders in which obesity is considered as a multifactorial disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognized obesity as one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century. Obesity can be defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. Obesity is a physiological, psychological, and social disorder, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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A comprehensive clinical study with ajamodakataila matrabasti in the management of katigraha
Abstract: Katigraha is a Vataja Nanatmaja Vyadhi and it is explained as a condition characterized by Shula and restricted movements of Kati caused by Shuddha or Sama Vayu. Basti is considered as supreme therapy for Vatavyadhis. Matrabasti has dual action both Shodhana as well as Brimhana effect. In classics, no references are available for Ajamodakataila. So it is considered as Anubhuta yoga and in the present study two ingredients are considered …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effect of Samshodhana in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: A Case Study
Abstract: Introduction:-: Shodhana with Panchkarma is a complete promotive, preventive and curative procedure for healthy living. Ayurveda advises to undergo specific Panchkarma regime according to season for purification of body, to relax the mind and to improve the digestion and metabolism. It eliminates metabolic toxins from the body, removes any unhealthy conditions developed in our system, improves health condition and increases the chance of conception and aids in natural birth. Case …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Management of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) with Prachchhana Karma and Bibhitaka Lepa—An Open Labelled Single Arm Clinical Trial
Abstract: There are eight branches of Ayurveda, Shalakya Tantra is one of them. Acharya Sushruta has mentioned 11 types of Shiro Roga and Acharya Vagbhatta described 10 types of Shiro Roga; he also described nine types of Shirokapalgata Roga. In Ayurvedic approach, loss of hair is coined out as in term of ‘Indralupta’ under the broad heading of Kshudra Roga except Vagabhatta who has mentioned it under Kapala Roga. According to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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A clinical study on the effect of Jaluka and Ayurvedic formulations in Indralupta
Abstract: Hairfall is one of the leading problems the world is facing today. Alopecia represents as a smooth sharply demarcated round patch of hair loss. Acharya Sushruta stated Indralupta as kshudra roga. It is a Raktapradhoshaja vikarain which Pitta associated with Vata gets lodge in Roma kupa and causes hair fall, later on Kapha dosha associated with Rakta causes obstruction to the hair roots and restricts the regrowth of hair in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Management of Dadrukushtha (Tinea infection) Through Ayurveda in a Child: A Case Report.
Abstract: All the skin diseases in Ayurveda have been classified under the broad heading of Mahakushtha and Kshudrakushtha. Dadru (skin disease having circular patches) is one amongst them. It is Raktapradoshajavyadhi (diseases caused by channels carrying blood tissue) having Kapha, Pitta dominance. In Ayurveda, Shodhana (purification by elimination of Dosha) and Shamana (pharmacotherapy) treatment is mainly indicated for Kushtha (skin disease). A one-year-old female child was brought by her grandmother with …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article