The Effect of Processed and Unprocessed Medicines in Ayurveda-A Review
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2018, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
Rasashastra is an important branch which deals with Rasadravyas which are widely used in therapeutics in the present era. Bhasmas of Rasadravyas play an important role, as their nanoparticles renders them to be easily absorbed by the human body. Acharyas have explained in Rasashastra Classical texts, the preparation method of Bhasma through incineration process for therapeutic effect. To confirm that the incineration is complete, certain Bhasma parikshas are been mentioned such as- rekhapurnatva, varitaratva etc. The Bhasmas which pass these tests (parikshas) are considered to be Pakva Bhasma whereas those that do not pass these tests are considered as apakva Bhasma. Administration of pakwa Bhasma gives therapeutic effect, whereas administration of ashudha (due to improper shodhana/purification or no shodhana/not purified at all) and apakva (due to imporper incineration) leads to diseases or disorders. Acharyas have not only mentioned the specific complications that occur due to these but also their antidotes to overcome them. Hence, in this review, we highlight the importance of Bhasma along with the ill-effects and treatment for ashuddha and apakwa Bhasma.
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H. Namana, Kadibagil Vinay R
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