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ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF MORUS (MULBERRY) SPECIES

In our four previous review articles about the Morus (mulberry) plant genus, we presented the antidiabetic, brain-related, antiinflammatory and anticancer properties-activities of its trees. In this article, antioxidant and related activities of this genus will be reviewed. Liter...

A LITERARY REVIEW OF LAGHU MALINI VASANTA RASA IN CLASSICAL AYURVEDIC TEXTS

Laghu Malini Vasanta Rasa (LMVR) is one of the most renowned Kharaliya Rasayana formulations described in classical Rasashastra. It is widely indicated in Jeerna Jwara, Rajayakshma, Pradara, Grahani, Dhatukshaya, and other chronic debilitating disorders. Despite its widespread th...

THERAPEUTIC SIGNIFICANCE OF VIRECHANOPAGA DASAIMANI: CLASSICAL EVIDENCE AND MODERN SCIENTIFIC CORRELATION

Background: Panchasat Mahakashayas constitute a unique therapeutic classification described in the Charaka Samhita, wherein drugs possessing similar pharmacological actions are grouped together. Among these, Virechanopaga Dasaimani comprises ten adjuvant drugs that support and en...

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF DYSLIPIDEMIA (MEDOROGA): A CASE REPORT

Dyslipidaemia, characterised by an abnormal elevation of total cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL-cholesterol along with reduced HDL-cholesterol, is a major modifiable risk factor for atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. In Ayurveda, this condition correlates closely wit...

AVASCULAR NECROSIS OF THE FEMORAL HEAD AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT AS ASTHIMAJJAGATA VATA: A CONCEPTUAL REVIEW ARTICLE

Introduction: Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head, also known as osteonecrosis, is a progressively disabling disorder of young and middle-aged adults in which interruption of the blood supply to the femoral head leads to bone-cell death, subchondral collapse, and seconda...

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL SHAMPOO TABLETS WITH MURRAYA KOENIGII

In the contemporary era, there is a growing preference for natural and herbal alternatives due to their renewability, minimal adverse effects, and cost-effectiveness. This novel work aims to prepare and evaluate an environmentally conscious herbal shampoo in tablet form. This pio...

FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF POLYHERBAL SHAMPOO TABLETS WITH MURRAYA KOENIGII

In the contemporary era, there is a growing preference for natural and herbal alternatives due to their renewability, minimal adverse effects, and cost-effectiveness. This novel work aims to prepare and evaluate an environmentally conscious herbal shampoo in tablet form. This pio...

HEALING BEYOND BLISTERS: AN AYURVEDIC APPROACH TO BULLOUS PEMPHIGOID (VISPHOTA): A CASE STUDY

Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is autoimmune sub-epidermal blistering disorder which is characterised by tense, fluid-filled bullae with an underlying inflammatory, erythematous base. Conventional management mostly relies on systemic corticosteroids and immunosuppressants, which carry s...

COMPARISON OF COST ANALYSIS GENERIC VS BRANDED DRUGS OF ANTI EPILEPTIC DRUGS IN A COMMUNITY CARE SETTING

Aim: This study aims to evaluate the inter-brand price variations among oral anti-epileptic drugs marketed in India and perform a comparative cost analysis benchmarking median branded price against the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP / JAS) generic alternati...

AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY TO ESTABLISH THE PRAKRUTI AND INVOLVEMENT OF DOOSHITA DOSHA-DOOSHYA IN THE YAVUNA PIDIKA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO ACNE VULGARIS

Ayurveda being an independent health science, it also has its methodology in understanding and managing health and disease. Beauty raised its different definitions since the onset of mankind but has always remained very much connected with the good looks. According to Acharyas, a...

REVISITING TRIGUNAS IN AYURVEDA: PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDATIONS AND THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS

Ayurveda is the ancient and first science which has identified importance of the healthy mind in healthy body. The definition of Swastha (healthy person) in Ayurveda consists of balanced state of Doshas, Agni, Dhatus, Malas and also Prasannata (happiness) of Atma (soul), Indriyas...

A CLINICAL APPROACH OF VAITARANA BASTI AND AGNIKARMA IN MANAGEMENT OF GRIDHRASI (SCIATICA)

Background: In India 70 to 80 % of the population has low back pain as one of the most common problem. Intervertebraldisc prolapsed is the most common cause of low back pain. This radiating pain due to the compression of nerve is known assciatica and in ayurveda it is known as gr...

PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING OF METHANOLIC EXTRACT OF INDIGENOUS MOMORDICA CHARANTIA FRUITS

Momordica charantia L., commonly known as bitter gourd or bitter melon, is an important indigenous medicinal and edible plant belonging to the family Cucurbitaceae. The plant has a long history of traditional use in various systems of medicine, particularly in the management of m...

GUDAVIDRADHI IN AYURVEDA: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF PERIANAL ABSCESS

Perianal abscess is a common anorectal condition caused by infection of the anal glands, resulting in the accumulation of pus in the perianal tissues. It typically presents with severe anal pain, swelling, erythema, tenderness, and fever. Prompt treatment is essential to prevent...

PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND PHYTOCHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS OF INDIGENOUS MEDICINAL PLANT VITEX NIGUNDO LEAF.

Vitex negundo L. (Verbenaceae) is an important medicinal plant extensively used in traditional systems of medicine for the treatment of inflammation, pain, fever, skin disorders, and other ailments. The present study was conducted to investigate the phytochemical composition of V...

KSHARA SUTRA FOR PILONIDAL SINUS: A NARRATIVE REVIEW OF RECURRENCE, HEALING, PAIN AND QUALITY OF LIFE

Pilonidal sinus is a chronic inflammatory condition of the natal cleft that commonly affects adolescents and young adults. Pain, repeated discharge, abscess formation and recurrence can interfere with work, study, sitting and social life. Several operations are available, but tre...

DECODING AGNI: CONCEPTUAL INSIGHTS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE IN AYURVEDA

Background: Agni is a fundamental principle in Ayurveda and is regarded as the cornerstone of digestion, metabolism, and physiological homeostasis. It governs the transformation of ingested food into bioavailable nutrients required for the nourishment of body tissues (Dhatus), ma...

MEDICATION SAFETY IN CLINICAL PRACTICE: ERROR PATTERNS, PREVENTION STRATEGIES, AND PHARMACISTS' CONTRIBUTIONS

Medication errors can occur at any point from prescribing to follow-up and remain a preventable source of patient harm. This narrative review examined contemporary evidence on error patterns, contributing conditions, preventive interventions, and pharmacists’ roles. English-langu...

A REVIEW ON FICUS ELASTICA PLANT PROFILE, CHEMICAL CONSTTUENTS AND USES

Ficus elastica Roxb plant is commonly known as rubber plant, its (family Moraceae). It is a widely distributed in Asia and tropical species. Ficus elastica Roxb medicinal plant is cultivated worldwide as an ornamental. From ancient times, this plant has been used in the treatment...

ROLE OF AN AYURVEDIC FORMULATION IN GLYCEMIC CONTROL AMONG TYPE 2 DIABETES PATIENTS: A CASE SERIES

Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic condition defined by sustained hyperglycemia resulting from insulin resistance and compromised insulin secretion. Conventional treatments, including DPP-4 inhibitors, are widely used for glycemic control. However,...