3. Ayurveda can be defined as a system, which uses the inherent principles of
nature, to help maintain health in a person by keeping the individual's
body, mind and spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit term, made up of the words "ayus" and "veda."
"Ayus" means life and "Veda" means knowledge or science. The term
"ayurveda" thus means 'the knowledge of life' or 'the science of life'.
According to the ancient Ayurvedic scholar Charaka, "ayu" comprises the
mind, body, senses and the soul.
Widely regarded as the oldest form of healthcare in the world, Ayurveda is
an intricate medical system that originated in India thousands of years
ago. The fundamentals of Ayurveda can be found in Hindu scriptures
called the Vedas — the ancient Indian books of wisdom. The Rig Veda,
which was written over 6,000 years ago, contains a series of prescriptions
that can help humans overcome various ailments.
4.
The aim of the ayurveda is to prevent illness, heal the
sick and preserve life. This can be summed up as
follows:
To protect health and prolong life
To eliminate diseases and dysfunctions of the body
5.
Ayurveda is not just another system of medicine, but
a science of total health care based on the strong
pillars of positive health incorporating the role of the
following four aspects:
(i) character – achaar
(ii) thought or mind – vichaar
(iii) interpersonal relations – vyavahaar
(iv) diet - altar
6. In Ayurveda, disease is always seen as an imbalance in the
dosha system. As a result, the diagnostic process strives to
determine which doshas are underactive or overactive in a
body. Ayurveda offers mainly three kinds of treatment through Ayurvedic medicines, diet and lifestyle control and
Panchakarma.
Ayurvedic medicines mainly comprise of powders, tablets,
decoctions, medicated oils, etc., which are prepared from
natural herbs, plants, and minerals. Panchakarma comprises
a number of Ayurvedic therapies involving detoxification,
therapeutic cleansing of the body and rejuvenation as a
treatment for many chronic conditions.
7.
8.
AVS was established at Kottakkal in Kerala State of India in
1902 by the visionary physician and philanthropistthe late
Vaidyaratnam P.S. Varier. Started essentially as a village
clinic, it has now grown into a multi-unit, multi-disciplinary
and multi-crore organisation. It has operations in different
areas of Ayurvedic practice
AVS manages Ayurvedic Hospitals at Kottakkal, Delhi and
Kochi. All classical Ayurvedic medicines, therapies and expert
medical advice are available there. AVS has two modern
medicine manufacturing units, has well equipped quality
control labs, has fullfledged research activities, publishes
Ayurvedic periodicals and books, cultivates medicinal plants
and conducts educational programmes. AVS also runs a
Kathakali academy where the classical theatre of Kathakali is
taught and performed.
10.
Treatments are specially effective in paralysis,
rheumatism, arthritis, spondylosis, and other
psychosomatic diseases. The classical
therapies are also made use of, for devising
new treatment modalities to deal with several
serious ailments of the modern man such as
parkinsonism, motor neuron diseases, cancer
etc. The major treatments provided at the
hospital are: Snehapanam Dhara
(Oordhwanga Dhara & Sarvanga Dhara),
Pizhichil, Navarakkizhi, Sirovasti,
Pichu and Sirolepa. Besides these
specialised methods, the hospital offers
Panchakarma treatments like
Kashayavasthy, Snehavasthy, Nasyam,
Virechanam and Raktamoksham
11.
There is a variety of Ayurvedic medicines. Arya Vaidya Sala manufactures more
than 530 classical formulations which fall in the following nine categories:
1. Arishta / Asava (Fermented formulation)
2. Bhasma (Calicinated drug)
3. Churna (Powdered herb)
4. Ghrita (Ghee based)
5. Gulika (Pill)
6. Kashaya (Decoction)
7. Leha (Electuary)
8. Rasakriya (Collerium)
9. Taila / Kuzhampu (Oil based)
These formulations are adapted from several classical text books. Their
manufacture and marketing are licensed by the Drug Controlling Authority of the
State Government. The manufacturing activity is also granted GMP certification by
the Government
12.
The Company is named after Lord Dhanwanthari who is considered as the
God of Ayurveda. After its humble beginnings. it evolved as an industry to
reckon with. Then, Dhanwanthari Vaidyasala had around 50 branches and
more than 100 agencies. It was the first ayurvedic firm from South India to
explore the Delhi market. Its area of operation included Madras,
Bangalore, Coimbatore, Salem, Erode and Kanyakumari Dt. as early as in
1960’s.
Dhanwanthari Vaidyasala now have about 350 sales outlets and have setup full-fledged treatment divisions in many locations of Kerala apart from
associates in other States. Its manufacturing unit was awarded <B.GMP<
b>(Good Manufacturing Practice) Certificate in 2002 for complying with
Global Standards of Production. Its now ISO certified and a CRISIL
rated Company.
13.
This division deals with medicines with classical ayurvedic base but developed or
adapted for a particular ailment or symptom. These products are prescribed
medicines and belongs to the Pharma sector:
Kolstrahlin Capsules - Cholesterol
Glycin Powder - Diabetes
Inflacin Capsules Viral - Infections, Flu, Chikun Guniya etc
Nishakathakadi Capsules - Diabetes
Anulax - Antacid
Alpina Liniment - Joint and muscle pains
Personal Care Division
Dhanwanthari Herbal Shampoo - 100ml and 8ml sachet
Dhanwanthari Aloe Vera Soap
Dhanwanthari Sandal Soap
Dhanwanthari Jasmine Soap
Dhanwanthari Pain Balm
Dhanwanthari Hair Oil
Dhanwanthari Baby oil
Dhanwanthari Face cream
Dhanwanthari Face Pack
14.
FMCG Division
Chyavanaprash - General tonic and
immunity
Ashwagandha Rasayan - Weight
increase and activeness
Dasamoolarishtam - General tonic
and appetiser
Dasamoola Jeerakarishtam - post
natal care
15. This understanding that we are all unique individuals
enables Ayurveda to address not only specific health
concerns but also offers explanation as to why one
person responds differently than another. We hope
that you will continue to explore Ayurveda to
enhance your health and to gain further insights into
this miracle we call life.
