Agnikarma is a medical procedure done using controlled heat and fire. It is done in various Disease like Corn, Warts, Piles, Fistula in Ano, To Arrest bleeds etc.
Fundamentals of Nasya Karma - By
Dr KSR Prasad in CME on Panchakarma for AYUSH Doctors
January 9th to 14th 2017 @ Alva’s Ayurveda Medical College, Moodbidri, Karnataka
Review of Nasya karma with definition, classification and advantages of Nasya by different acharyas
Knowledge of Anatomy of nose and para-nasal sinuses.
Pharmacological action of modern drugs administered through nose.
Standardization of the dose of various types of Nasyas.
Standardization of Bindu Pramana.
Fracture & dislocation is well described in Ayurveda. Sushruta Samhita have a separate chapter for bhagna etiology, features, types, prognosis, Management by name of Bhagna-Kandabhagna-Sandhimukta. The basics principles and management of fracture are accurate as per modern orthopedics.
Swasa Roga is a typical respiratory problem mentioned in classical Ayurveda texts. This presentation has tried to include classical as well as modern perspectives of respiratory problems that has difficulty in breathing/dyspnoea as the major symptom.
Agnikarma is a medical procedure done using controlled heat and fire. It is done in various Disease like Corn, Warts, Piles, Fistula in Ano, To Arrest bleeds etc.
Fundamentals of Nasya Karma - By
Dr KSR Prasad in CME on Panchakarma for AYUSH Doctors
January 9th to 14th 2017 @ Alva’s Ayurveda Medical College, Moodbidri, Karnataka
Review of Nasya karma with definition, classification and advantages of Nasya by different acharyas
Knowledge of Anatomy of nose and para-nasal sinuses.
Pharmacological action of modern drugs administered through nose.
Standardization of the dose of various types of Nasyas.
Standardization of Bindu Pramana.
Fracture & dislocation is well described in Ayurveda. Sushruta Samhita have a separate chapter for bhagna etiology, features, types, prognosis, Management by name of Bhagna-Kandabhagna-Sandhimukta. The basics principles and management of fracture are accurate as per modern orthopedics.
Swasa Roga is a typical respiratory problem mentioned in classical Ayurveda texts. This presentation has tried to include classical as well as modern perspectives of respiratory problems that has difficulty in breathing/dyspnoea as the major symptom.
Kayachikitsa IMP Schlok – Part 7 - PPT
By Prof. Dr. R. R. Deshpande
• This PPT has following features –
• Imp Contents – Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa,Gudagat-Aamashayagat –Pakwashayagat – Siragat, Asthi Majjagat –Vata ,Ardit or Facial Palsy ,Pakshaghat or Hemiplegia, Grudhrasi or Sciatica ,Pashangardabha or Mumps, Kadar or corn ,Indralupta or Alopecia areata ,Darunak or Dandruff, Niruddha Prakash or Phimosis ,Unmad or Hysteria ,Apasmar or Epilepsy ,
• Visit – www.ayurvedicfriend.com
Phone – 922 68 10 630
The concept of pain in Ayurveda is very closely related with its concept of health and disease. Life is a structure as well as function. So abnormalities of the structure and functions of life are mutually contributory. Life is a flow and when there is obstruction in the path of flow there will be turbulence and the smooth flow of life is disturbed, and if the obstructions are in the vital area that will be critical and may fatal.
Marma therapy (vital point injury treatments)It is a well-respected treatment modality known to be helpful and safe for a wide range of conditions. For these reasons, it is rapidly achieving international goodwill. Marma therapy involves a wide range of technical tissue stimulations conducted by a practitioner’s finger, hand, elbow, knee, or foot applied to muscle or soft tissue at vital points with some altered pressure variations and also with thermal stimulation. often uses manual techniques such as pushing, rubbing, kneading, or high-intensity, high-frequency
Sandhigata Vata is the type of pathogenesis involved in various disease conditions affecting the joints, e.g. osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. and causing pain in affected joints.
astasthana pareeksha-
1.Nadi -The pulse
2.Mootram – The urine
3.Malam --The faeces
4.Jihwa – The tongue
5.Sabda – The voice
6.Sparsa – Examination by palpation
7.Drik -- The eyes
8.Akriti – Dimentions of the body
Sandhana kalpana is the preparation of self generated alcohol. All the preparations that are resulting from FERMENTATION procedure come under SANDHANA KALPANA.
Sandhana kalpana is a special technique to prepare most effective medicines like Asava and Aristas. The medicines prepared through Sandhana kriya are quick in action, long shelf life, palatability and has nutritive value.The self-generated alcohol is the key factor behind the success of Sandhana kalpana.
Jalaukavacharana - Leech Therapy in AyurvedaDr Adithya J V
Leech Therapy in Ayurveda - A unique modality of treatment in Ayurveda - Insights into Scientific Aspects, Mode of Usage and its scope in treatment of Various Diseases.
Virechan – Panchakarma
By Prof. Dr. R. R. Deshpande
• This PPT has following Imp Contents – 1) Introduction of Virechan 2) Causes of Pitta Vitiation 3) Pitta & Rakta –Relation ( Ashraya –Ashrayi) 4) Virechan –Indications 5) Virechan – Contraindications 6) Virechan –Benefits 7) Pre Treatment of Virechan ( Purva Karma) 8) Symptoms of Optimal Snehan or Oiling 9) Virechan – Main Procedure ( Pradhan Karma) 10) Advice after Virechan 11) Post Regimen after Virechan 12) Sansarjankram ( Specific Diet Advice) 13) Symptoms of Proper Virechan ( Samyak) 14) Symptoms of Less Virechan ( Ayog) 15) Symptoms of Excess Virechan ( Ati yog) 16) Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics of Virechan Dravyas 17) Types of Virechan 18) Drug Formulations 19) Virechan in Clinical Practice Worms Burn wounds Acne Vulgaris ,Urticaria 20) Case study
• Visit – www.ayurvedicfriend.com
Phone – 922 68 10 630
Mail ID – professordeshpande@gmail.com
Kayachikitsa IMP Schlok – Part 7 - PPT
By Prof. Dr. R. R. Deshpande
• This PPT has following features –
• Imp Contents – Vata Vyadhi Chikitsa,Gudagat-Aamashayagat –Pakwashayagat – Siragat, Asthi Majjagat –Vata ,Ardit or Facial Palsy ,Pakshaghat or Hemiplegia, Grudhrasi or Sciatica ,Pashangardabha or Mumps, Kadar or corn ,Indralupta or Alopecia areata ,Darunak or Dandruff, Niruddha Prakash or Phimosis ,Unmad or Hysteria ,Apasmar or Epilepsy ,
• Visit – www.ayurvedicfriend.com
Phone – 922 68 10 630
The concept of pain in Ayurveda is very closely related with its concept of health and disease. Life is a structure as well as function. So abnormalities of the structure and functions of life are mutually contributory. Life is a flow and when there is obstruction in the path of flow there will be turbulence and the smooth flow of life is disturbed, and if the obstructions are in the vital area that will be critical and may fatal.
Marma therapy (vital point injury treatments)It is a well-respected treatment modality known to be helpful and safe for a wide range of conditions. For these reasons, it is rapidly achieving international goodwill. Marma therapy involves a wide range of technical tissue stimulations conducted by a practitioner’s finger, hand, elbow, knee, or foot applied to muscle or soft tissue at vital points with some altered pressure variations and also with thermal stimulation. often uses manual techniques such as pushing, rubbing, kneading, or high-intensity, high-frequency
Sandhigata Vata is the type of pathogenesis involved in various disease conditions affecting the joints, e.g. osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. and causing pain in affected joints.
astasthana pareeksha-
1.Nadi -The pulse
2.Mootram – The urine
3.Malam --The faeces
4.Jihwa – The tongue
5.Sabda – The voice
6.Sparsa – Examination by palpation
7.Drik -- The eyes
8.Akriti – Dimentions of the body
Sandhana kalpana is the preparation of self generated alcohol. All the preparations that are resulting from FERMENTATION procedure come under SANDHANA KALPANA.
Sandhana kalpana is a special technique to prepare most effective medicines like Asava and Aristas. The medicines prepared through Sandhana kriya are quick in action, long shelf life, palatability and has nutritive value.The self-generated alcohol is the key factor behind the success of Sandhana kalpana.
Jalaukavacharana - Leech Therapy in AyurvedaDr Adithya J V
Leech Therapy in Ayurveda - A unique modality of treatment in Ayurveda - Insights into Scientific Aspects, Mode of Usage and its scope in treatment of Various Diseases.
Virechan – Panchakarma
By Prof. Dr. R. R. Deshpande
• This PPT has following Imp Contents – 1) Introduction of Virechan 2) Causes of Pitta Vitiation 3) Pitta & Rakta –Relation ( Ashraya –Ashrayi) 4) Virechan –Indications 5) Virechan – Contraindications 6) Virechan –Benefits 7) Pre Treatment of Virechan ( Purva Karma) 8) Symptoms of Optimal Snehan or Oiling 9) Virechan – Main Procedure ( Pradhan Karma) 10) Advice after Virechan 11) Post Regimen after Virechan 12) Sansarjankram ( Specific Diet Advice) 13) Symptoms of Proper Virechan ( Samyak) 14) Symptoms of Less Virechan ( Ayog) 15) Symptoms of Excess Virechan ( Ati yog) 16) Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics of Virechan Dravyas 17) Types of Virechan 18) Drug Formulations 19) Virechan in Clinical Practice Worms Burn wounds Acne Vulgaris ,Urticaria 20) Case study
• Visit – www.ayurvedicfriend.com
Phone – 922 68 10 630
Mail ID – professordeshpande@gmail.com
Comparative Pharmaceutico Analytical Standardisation of Kaparda Bhasma with T...ijtsrd
Kaparda bhasma1 is calcium based bhasma, which are extensively used in clinical practice. In the present work kaparda bhasma prepared from kaparda with three different shodhana media. kaparda is the external shell of sea animal cyprea moneta linn. chemically kaparda identified as calcium carbonate Ca Co3 . Kaparda bhasma was prepared as per standard classical methods. Chemically analyzed all 3 different purification and final product. Physical analysis such as Ph, ash value, acid insoluble ash, water soluble ash, loss on drying and also carried out employing sophisticated instrument techniques such as XRD, FTIR, SEM EDX. Physico - chemical standards were determined for 3 groups.the data the results of prepared samples are discussed in this paper. Dr. Rohitakumar | Dr. Ravi R Chavan "Comparative Pharmaceutico-Analytical Standardisation of Kaparda Bhasma with Three Different Shodhana Media" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-6 , October 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd46463.pdf Paper URL : https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/ayurvedic/46463/comparative-pharmaceuticoanalytical-standardisation-of-kaparda-bhasma-with-three-different-shodhana-media/dr-rohitakumar
ABSTRACT- The present study deals with the physicochemical characteristics of river water Aami. A pulp and paper mill namely Rayana Paper Board Industries Ltd Khalilabad, Uttar Pradesh, were studied for sample collection and analysis of various pollution parameters. Three sampling sites have been selected for this study. Water of this river has toxic effects on fish Channa punctatus. The 96h LC50 values of these sites are 8.99 % dilution for site 1, 22.96 % dilution for site 2 and 41.15 % dilution for site 3. Fishes were treated with different sub- lethal doses of water samples, it shown significant alterations in different biochemical and haematological parameters of fish. Key-words- Biochemistry, Haematological, Pulp and paper mill effluents, Physicochemical characteristics, River Aami
Water softeners helps in removing hardness of water and make them fit for our daily decisive usages. For our work,
different water sources like surface water (Hebbal Lake), Bore well water (NPS School, Ozone Urbana, Bangalore) and
Corporation water (BWSSB) were selected and their respective hardness as CaCO3 were analysed before and after
treatment with Moringa oleifera seed extract. The seeds of Moringa oleifera, one of the best natural coagulants as per
the previous studies were used in this protocol. In normal water treatment scheme most preferably ion exchange
techniques were used for the removal of hardness, which would likely to be a resin based technology. Also the ion
exchange procedure was completely dependent on industrial resins, which were manufactured by major corporate
concerns (like Lancer, Toyota, Ion Exchange India Ltd, Thermax Ltd, LG etc.), hence incur huge cost. Industrial resins
have Na+
ions attached to the resin beads replaces Ca2+ and Mg2+ ions present in water during the ion exchange process.
The resin beads can be regenerated or recharged again with Na+
ion by NaCl solution once the resin gets exhausted.
Our work persuaded in another way of removing hardness from water by the principle means of adsorption and
conversion of soluble hardness-causing ions to insoluble products by precipitation reactions. Moringa oleifera seed
extracts were prepared and performed jar test to obtain the best required dosage for hardness removal in the selected
water samples. The obtained dosage (mg/l) or ppm of Moringa oleifera was dosed to the selected water samples
through the dosing system present in an existing water treatment system of capacity 2 m3/hr. The removal efficiency
was observed to be between 50 to 60% after passing through the treatment system with Moringa oleifera dosage.
Hence this work can pave way to find a best alternate method for hardness removal water.
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The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is India's national regulatory body for pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Operating under the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, the CDSCO is responsible for approving new drugs, conducting clinical trials, setting standards for drugs, controlling the quality of imported drugs, and coordinating the activities of State Drug Control Organizations by providing expert advice.
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These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
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The Gram stain is a fundamental technique in microbiology used to classify bacteria based on their cell wall structure. It provides a quick and simple method to distinguish between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, which have different susceptibilities to antibiotics
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of the physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar lead (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
6. Describe the flow of current around the heart during the cardiac cycle
7. Discuss the placement and polarity of the leads of electrocardiograph
8. Describe the normal electrocardiograms recorded from the limb leads and explain the physiological basis of the different records that are obtained
9. Define mean electrical vector (axis) of the heart and give the normal range
10. Define the mean QRS vector
11. Describe the axes of leads (hexagonal reference system)
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2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. Chapter 3, Cardiology Explained, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2214/
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Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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2. Introduction
•Ksharas are the water soluble substances obtained from the water
soluble ashes of herbal drugs.
•Different opinion exist regarding specifications for the nature of
vesels, the proportion of water, time for settling , cloth folding , etc
exist .
•The method of preparation is elaborated in Susruta samhita,
Sharangadhara samhita, Ashtanga hrudaya, rasatarangini etc.
•It is an attempt to subject the ashes to repeated washing and
prepare kshara and develop preliminary physicochemical profile
of apamarga kshara.
3. Collection of Apamarga
panchanga
Fresh apamarga panchanga was collected during October to
November 2012. Authentication of Apamarga was done on the
basis of pharmacognostical characters.
4. Vessel for kshara nirmana
•Generally ksharajala is prepared by using earthern, steel or
plastic vessel, Collecting supernatant layer of ksharajala from
these vessels is inconvenient and difficult, hence a new vessel has
been designed for this purpose.
•Cylindrical steel vessel of 10l capacity with 23.9 cm of depth and
22.2 cm diameter was taken . After a few trials an outlet was made
in the wall of the vessel about 3.2 cm above from the bottom that
allows draining of clear liquids leaving the sediments in the
container.
5. Preparation of apamarga
kshara
Apamarga kshara was prepared as per the reference of
Rasatarangini. The whole process was divided to 3 phases.
1. Preparation of ash
Mature apamarga panchanga was collected and dried completely
in sunlight for 8 days. After removing the physical impurities;
dried panchanga was burnt completely by placing it in a big iron
pan. After self cooling. White ashes were collected.
6. 2. Preparation of kshara jala
•One part of the ash was collected in a specially designed steel
vessel and 4 times of water was added to it. The contents were
mashed thoroughly with hands and left undisturbed for 3 hours.
•After that the clear supernatant liquid layer was collected through
the outlet and filtered through three layered cloth.
•The residue ash was again mashes with 6 L of potable water and
kept undisturbed for the next 3 h followed by a collection of the
second filtrate. A similar method was followed for the 3rd time to
collect third filtrate.
7. Preparation of kashara
All the three filtrates of ksharodaka were individually subjected to
heat to evaporate the water content and to obtain kshara, and by
following this method kshara was prepared in 5 batches.
8. Physico chemical parametres
•LOD at 110 degree Celsius
•Ash value
•Acid insoluble ash
•pH
•Water soluble extractives
carried out at pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory IPGT & RA
Atomic emission spectroscopy with inductively coupled plasma
(ICP-AES): one of the most common method for elemental
analysis and useful for standardization as well as to develop an
analytical profile. All samples of trial drugs were analyzed for 10
elements.
9. Estimation of sodium and
potassium ion by flame
photometer
Estimation of sodium and potassium ions by flame
photometer was carried out at the analytical laboratory.
10. Observation and results
•Apamarga burnt quickly and easily as it was completely dry.
•Comparatively seeds took more time to burn.
•The Ash obtained was whitish with a characteristic taste.
•59.81% weight loss was observed after drying.
•11.90% Ash was obtained from dried panchanga.
•After addition of water the contents tasted salty and had a
characteristic odor and was yellowish in colour.
•Total time taken to prepare ksharajala was 4 hours(single wash).
•76% ksharajala was obtained after wash.
11. -On heating ksharajala the yellowish liquid turned to brownish
semi solid aggregated mass with a creaking sound.
-The first wash yielded 21.23% kshara.
-The second wash = 9.38% kshara.
-Third wash = 4.76% kshara.
Proving that the sediments at the end of the first wash need not be
discarded and should be washed repeatedly.
While attempts for further washing failed to yield significant
kshara, hence after the third wash the sediments were discarded.
12. Observations and results
obtained during the preparation
of Apamarga kshara.
Weight of fresh apamarga panchanga = 53.49 kg
Weight of dried apamarga panchanga = 21.50 kg
Loss of weigh after drying = 31.99 kg
Percentage loss after drying = 59.81 %
Weight of ash obtained = 2.559 kg
Percentage off ash obtained from dried panchanga = 11.90 w/w
13. Results of apamarga kshara
obtained in different washes.
Stages First wash Second
wash
Third
wash
Total of three
washes
Ksharajala(L) 6.01 6.1 6.12 18.23
Percentage of
ksharajala
75.13 76.45 76.50 76.03
Kshara(%w/w) 21.23 9.38 4.76 35.38
Kshara(% v/v) 9.13 4.1 1.97 15.2
14. -Dried panchanga should be made into small pieces for better
drying.
-The plant should be burnt in a vessel to prevent contamination
during burning.
-For proper burning the panchanga should be added little by
little to the fire.
-Ash and water were taken volumetrically .
-De-mineralized water was used to avoid to avoid any
interference from the organic salts present in tap water.
-Stainless steel or a suitable non reactive vessel should be used to
prevent possible chemical reactions.
15. •Ash should be rubbed well in water for proper mixing and
allowed to settle down for atleast 3 hrs.
•Ksharajala is to be attained cautiously through the outlet
without disturbing the vessel.
•A clean multifolded cotton cloth should be used to filter
ksharajala in order to avoid sediments in the filtrate.
•Initially ksharaja was yellowish coloured clear liquid.
•The colour changed from yellow to brownish gradually as the
temperature raised.
•Kshara started sticking to the vessel at the final stages.
•It was stirred continuously.
•White coloured kshara was obtained finally.
16. Discussion
•Kshara is considered as a water soluble ash but all water soluble
content cannot be obtained within a single wash.
•3 washes were done to yield maximim yield.
•Organoleptic characters of apamarga kshara after all the 3 washes
were like slimy touch, white colour, salty taste, characteristic
odour and fine powder appearance.
•Material absorbs moisture during storage thus proliferation of
micro-organisms.
•There was considerable difference observed in loss on drying for
kshara obtained from 3 different washes.
•Total ash depends on the care taken in the preparation of drug .
17. •In the determination of total ash value the carbon must be
removed at as low temperature (450 degree C) as possible
because the alkali chlorides are more volatile at high
temperature and will be lost.
•pH of the 3 samples are 10.61, 11.12, 10,72 respectively
indicating their site of absorption and action of drug .
•Analysis of ayurvedic drugs reveals a great about their
elemental composition.
•ICP- AES revealed that sodium , potassium, calcium and
magnesium are the main constituents of all samples.
•Heavy metals like cadmium, lead and mercury were not
detected.
18.
19. •Silica and iron showed around same results in all sample of trial
drugs.
•Na, K, Ca, Mg constantly increased in the kshara obtained from
first, second and third wash respectively.
Conclusion
•the residue after the first wash should not be discarded and
should be processed further twice to obtain more kshara.
•After three washes 35.8% yield was obtained.