TEJAS Journal of Technologies and Humanitarian Science

An Observational Study: Ancient Approach on Bhasma as Principal Formulation of Rasashastra

Dr. Parul Rani
1Reader & HOD, Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, Dhanvantari Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, Bareilly, UP

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Dr Anil Kumar Varshney
Lecturer, Department of Rachana Sharir, Future Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences, Faridpur, Bareilly, UP

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Dr. Mandeep Jaiswal
Reader & HOD, Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, S.R.M. Government Ayurvedic College, Bans Mandi, Bareilly

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Dr. Nitin Sharma
Lecturer, Department of Kayachikitsa, S.R.M. Government Ayurvedic College, Bans Mandi, Bareilly

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Abstract:

Rasashastra, which deals with formulations based on minerals and metals, describes the manufacture of such medicines and their significant medicinal potential. To make these medications harmless and effective, particularly specialized processing methods are used during manufacture. The two fundamental processes involved in the creation of Rasa- Aushadhis are called Shodhana, which means purifying, and Marana, which means incineration/calcinations. The term "Bhasma Kalpana" refers to a preparation that is regarded to be herbo-metallic and is described in Ayurveda Samhitas from the Arsha Sampradaya. These herbal, mineral, and metallic formulations (Bhasma) are primarily made by several processes, including cleaning, grinding, combining, heating, incineration, and size reduction.These medications have the benefits of being palatable, having low dosage frequency, being very potent, having good bioavailability, having optimal absorption, and having a broad therapeutic spectrum. Bhasma is recommended for enhancing overall health and having revitalizing benefits in addition to being utilized for medicinal purposes. Commonly used bhasmas are Makshika bhasma, Swarna bhasma, Abhrak bhasma, Lauha bhasma, and Tamra bhasma. The bhasma is recommended for a variety of pathological illnesses, including as infections, skin diseases, digestive problems, and abnormalities of the sexual organs.

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