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19 articles for “Pharmacopoeia”
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Regulatory Perspectives of Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Formularies and Pharmacopoeias
Abstract: The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Siddha Formulary of India, Siddha Pharmacopoeia of India, National Formulary of Unani Medicine, Unani Pharmacopoeia of India are included in the Schedule I of the Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1940 and rules made thereunder and serve as a tool for regulatory compliance and standardization tool for the Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani system of medicines respectively. The Pharmacopoeias of Ayurvedic, Siddha and …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 56–64 Read article
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Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (A.P.I.), Part I, Volume IX: A Review
Abstract: Pharmacopoeia is a regulatory compendium of monographs on quality standards to ensure the quality, safety and efficacy of drugs and medicines of a particular system of medicine in a country. In this communication, Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Part I, Volume IX is reviewed for its contents, monographs and utilitarian aspects in regulations of Drugs & Cosmetics Act 1940 for Ayurvedic system of medicines. Keywords: Pharmacopoeia, Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Drugs …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Homoeopathic Pharmacopoeia of India (H.P.I.), Tenth Volume: A Review
Abstract: Pharmacopoeia is a regulatory compendium of monographs on quality standards to ensure the quality, safety and efficacy of drugs and medicines of a particular system of medicine in a country. In this communication Homoeopathic Pharmacopoeia of India, ‘Volume Ten’ is reviewed for its contents, monographs and utilitarian aspects in homoeopathic system of medicine. Keywords: Pharmacopoeia, homeopathic pharmacopoeia of India, Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Rules thereunder Cite this ArticleNitin …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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An Overview of Pharmacopoeial Status of Ayurvedic, Unani and Siddha Drugs
Abstract: Ayurvedic, Unani and Siddha Pharmacopoeia are part of regulatory framework of Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940. In these pharmacopoeia, single drugs (plant, mineral and metal origin) and classical compound formulations are incorporated to provide statutory standards. Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India Part I (Vols. I–VIII) consists of 590 monographs on single drugs (plant, mineral, metal and extracts) and Part II (Vols. I–III) consists of 152 monographs on ayurvedic classical formulations. Unani …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2011 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Biopharmaceuticals: A Review of Biopolymeric Drugs and Accessibility Challenges in India
Abstract: Advances in biotechnology have allowed us to produce biosynthesized proteins that have therapeutic benefits. The drug products having biotechnology derived proteins, i.e. Biopharmaceuticals, have evolved the treatment of several diseases. knowledge about biological systems have been explored scientifically, there have been significant efforts to utilize them for improving human lives. These biopharmaceutical products have a rapidly growing market which needs to be closely monitored to avoid any potential risks. This …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Homeopathic Posology: Principles and Practice
Abstract: The cornerstone of homeopathy lies in the principle of individualized therapy, and this concept is equally significant in determining the posology of homeopathic medicines. Unlike conventional medicine, where dosage is often standardized, homeopathic posology is carefully adapted to the specific condition and overall state of the patient. The primary source of guidance for homeopathic prescribing is Hahnemann’s Organon of Medicine, a seminal work published in six successive editions, each reflecting …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 52–58 Read article
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Development and Validation of a High Performance Liquid Chromatographic Method for Related Substances of Raloxifene Hydrochloride in Bulk and Pharmaceutical Formulations
Abstract: The development and validation of reversed phase liquid chromatographic method for the determination of the related substances of Raloxifene Hydrochloride (RLH) in bulk and pharmaceutical formulation is describe. This method is simple isocratic for separation of Raloxifene Hydrochloride and related substances from each other in a thirty minutes run time. To the best of our knowledge, no method described previously in the literature has demonstrated resolution of RLH from this …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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A Process for Standardization of Ayurvedic Polyherbal Formulation (Churna) for Antioxidant Activity
Abstract: Ayurvedic medicinal preparation as per Ayurveda by using herbal antioxidant ingredients; the name of prepared formulation in Ayurveda is called churna, That churna having antioxidant property known to be effective in all types of allied disorders also, related to oxidation in cellular and molecular level in a living system has been standardized by following modern scientific quality control procedures both for the raw material and finished product. The obtained values …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Participation of Nursing Professionals in Pharmacovigilance Programme of India
Abstract: Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) functions as National Coordination Centre (NCC) for Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI) to monitor the adverse drug reactions (ADR). Healthcare professionals including nurses play a vital role in ADRs monitoring and reporting to NCC to ensure the safe use of medicines. NCC takes efforts to initiate nursing professionals to participate in PvPI to promote patients safety. To provide education and training to the nurses in ADRs …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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The Impact of Extraction Conditions on the Trend of the Type of Red Onion and the Characteristics of Oil Harvest for the Use of Constraints
Abstract: The therapeutic potential of plant-derived medicinal products, including essential oils, has not yet been fully exploited. Many medicinal plants have been studied to provide the biologically active compounds on which most modern drugs are based. However, much more remains to be learned about their precise pharmacology. This is particularly important for essential oils which have such a concentrated but complex composition. This is the reason for the interest they generate …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 70–76 Read article
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A Review on Therapeutic Utilities and Purificatory Procedure of Gunja (Abrus precatorius Linn.) as Described in Ayurveda
Abstract: AbstractGunja (Abrus precatorius Linn.), belonging to the family Fabaceae, has been used by the Ayurvedic physicians, for management of different disease conditions. It comes under the upavisha (semi-poisonous) group in Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. It is a slender, perennialclimber with long, pinnate leaves that twines around trees, shrubs and hedges. In this review, an endeavour has been made to explore the therapeutic utilities of Gunja, its formulations and its different methods of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Review on Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke): an Unexplored Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Introduction: The rhizomes of medicinal plant Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke ex Hook.f.) (Family Asteraceae) has long been used in Unani system of medicine (USM) as Cardiac tonic (invigorative and exhilarant), nervine tonic, carminative, protective of the foetus, antidotary etc. in different dosage forms. It is included in specific drugs for heart and is much valuable for palpitation. Because of having antidotal characteristics and protective (corrective) attributes, the rhizomes are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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A Classical Drug Review, Pharmacognostical and Physicochemical Analysis on Madhupipplyadi Yoga
Abstract: The drugs of Madhupipplyadi Yoga are Tridosha Shamaka properties with Vranashodhana, Vranaropana, as well as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cleaning and wound healing properties. The goal of the current study was to examine the pharmacognostical, physiochemical, and detailed drug review of Madhupipplyadi Yoga as well as to verify the authenticity of the drugs used in the preparation. All Ayurvedic texts, data from web-based search engines, and journal articles were used in the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Therapeutic Utilities and Purificatory Procedures of Strychnos nux-vomicaLinn. (Kupeelu) as Described in Indian Systems of Medicine
Abstract: Strychnosnux-vomica Linn. (Loganiaceae), known as Kupeelu in Ayurveda, has been commonly employed in Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia since long. It is a deciduous tree widely distributed in India and found throughout topical India and additionally in Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. In this review, an endeavour has been made to explore the therapeutic utilities of Strychnosnuxvomica and to put emphasis on especially different methods of purificatoryproceduresas mentioned in Ayurveda. It is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Dieto-Therapy (Ilaj-bil-ghiza) in Unani System of Medicine: From Concept to Practice in the Management of Non-communicable Diseases
Abstract: Unani physicians paid a great attention towards ilaj-bil-ghiza (dieto-therapy). They used to treat a number of ailments by alteration in quantity and/or quality of Ghiza. Their knowledge about its nutritive as well as its pharmacological activity was vast as evident from the Unani classical literature. The classification of Unani drugs is based on medicinal and nutritive values. The former is known as dawa and later is ghiza. Further, a combination …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 54–59 Read article
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Comparative Pharmacognostical and Analytical Evaluation of Desmodium gangeticum (Linn.) and Pseudarthria viscida (Linn.) Wight & Arn. as a Substitute
Abstract: Shalaparni [Desmodium gangeticum (Linn)] is one among the Dashamoola and Pseudarthria viscida (Linn) is used as a substitute instead of Shalaparni in south India especially Kerala state. Macroscopic, microscopic and organoleptic results of the standard drug D. gangeticum (Linn.) and trail drug P. viscida (Linn.) Wight & Arn., when compared with each other with Ayurveda Pharmacopoeia of India showed no much difference. D. gangeticum (Linn.) has more of calcium crystals …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Development of Analytical Profiles on Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst. (Brahmi) Resourced form Different Ecological Habitats
Abstract: ABSTRACTBacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst of the family Scrophulariaceae (Brahmi) has been used from time immemorial for its positive impact upon memory; also used in Alzheimer’s disease. This drug enjoys official status in various pharmacopoeias viz. Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy. It is very often adulterated with Centella asiatica (L.) Urb. Present study deals with the detailed anatomical characters, phyto-chemical analysis and HPTLC finger print profile of this important drug collected …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Regulatory Requisites for Registration Process of Medical Devices in United States
Abstract: A medical device is "an instrument, apparatus, implement, machine, contrivance, implant, in vitro reagent, or other similar or related article, including a component part, or accessory which is recognized in the official National Formulary, or the United States Pharmacopoeia, or any supplement to them, intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, in man or other animals, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 31–41 Read article
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A Study on Nutraceutical Products in India: Need of Harmonization in Global Scenario
Abstract: AbstractDuring the study of regulatory guidelines for nutraceuticals and functional foods in India, it was noted that introduction of FSS act in 2006 was a major milestone in integrating of different food laws in India. The FSS act, replaced diverse local laws (such as PFA act. Essential commodity act etc.), post which the Indian regulatory structure of food products has meaningfully progressed. During this journey, the functional food and nutraceutical …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article