Volume 15, Issue 5

Cervical spondylosis, is a primarily a degenerative disorder of the area around neck also known as cervical osteoarthritis. Earlier it was believed to be a common agerelated condition affecting the cervical spine, now it is seen in almost in all age groups above 35 years. It results from wear and tear of the vertebral bones, intervertebral discs, and ligaments in the neck. Although most common in individuals above 40 years of age, it can also appear earlier due to lifestyle factors, poor posture, or injury. It is seen that most people with spondylotic changes in the cervical spine remain asymptomatic, and 25% of patients who are asymptomatic are of around 35-45 years in age, 50% are those are above over 45-55 years in age, and 85% of those are above 60 years in age. In Ayurveda cervical spondylosis can be corelated to the Manyastambha and is one among eighty Vataja Nanatmja Vyadhis as well as Urdhwajatrugata Vikaras. Word “Manya” means nape of neck and “Stambha” means stiffness. In Allopathic system of medicine , Cervical Spondylitis is managed with NSAID’S, Muscle relaxants, steroids, Physiotherapy and Traction and in some case with surgery but in most cases results of the treatment are not as desired. Ayurveda has described a treatment regimen which not only is based on treatment through drugs but also involves modification in lifestyle thus providing holistic approach. In this present study, the aim was to review and highlight the effectiveness of different Ayurvedic treatment regimens in patients with Manyastambha.

Janapadodhwansa is a unique concept explained in Ayurveda which literally means the destruction of a large population. Charak has quoted Janapadodhwansa, (mass destruction) & its 4 reasons as dushitavayu (Air), jala(Water), kala(time), desh(region). Sushrut has already mentioned aupsargikarogas (communicable diseases) i.e, kushtha (Skin diseases), jwara (Fever) etc. & their mode of transmission. The root cause for these diseases is said to be Adharma due to prajnaparada. The low socioeconomic status, population explosion, poor hygiene also act as contributory factors. Prevention as well as cure of disease is goal of Ayurveda. Its prime focus on enhancing the immunity of a person. Accordingly, this is achieved by the proper administration of Shodhana and Shamana karma at the proper time. Through maintainance of Dincharaya, Rutucharya, Sadvritta, persons physical and mental health is secured.

Ayurveda is a science for life and represents its unique concepts and principles. Ayurveda has 8 branches of treatment. Shalya (surgery ) is one of them. Acharya sushruta who is the father of surgery described several treatment procedures to treat disease as well as para-surgical procedures. Agnikarma is a unique para-surgical procedure that has a tremendous ability to treat several diseases. In Agnikarma, therapeutic heat burns are done on desired sites with the help of specific heating tools. The disease never reoccurs after treatment with Agnikarma . In modern science, it can be correlated with therapeutic burn or cauterization. Agnikarma is a boon in Ayurvedic Surgical practice and hence one must be aware of all the conditions were Agnikarma can give a successful result. This article is an attempt to enlighten various aspects of agnikarma and its use in the present context.

Eczema, a chronic, relapsing inflammatory skin condition, is a major dermatological problem affecting millions of people worldwide. Homeopathy provides an individualized, holistic approach to the treatment of chronic skin disorders like eczema. Instead of suppressing eruptions, it aims at stimulating the body’s own healing mechanism through a remedy chosen on the basis of the totality of symptoms, including physical, mental, emotional, and miasmatic aspects. This case study highlights the successful management of a middle-aged female with chronic eczema. Over a treatment period of 24 months at Dr Batra’s, the patient showed steady improvement in skin lesions, reduction in itching, and overall betterment of general health and mental state. This case demonstrates the efficacy of constitutional homeopathic prescribing in chronic eczema and emphasizes the need for holistic management rather than suppression of skin eruptions.

Shira is considered to be the Uttamanga of body because it is the sthan of prana and Indriyas. All three doshas were located in the head, with the predominance of kapha dosha. It is one of the three major Marmas. Acharya Sushruta mentiones 11 types of Shiro Rogas. According to WHO, headache is one among the five most common clinical disorder worldwide.A higher prevalence of headaches is mainly associated with greater social and economic stress and family burden. Analgesics, specific anti-migraine medications,and anti-emetics are use to treat headache. Panchkarma is an integral part of Ayurveda. Among the panchkarma, Raktamokshana is considered the best and specific procedure. Raktamokshana- Rakta and Pitta vitiated in the head; therefore, Raktamokshana is indicated, particularly in rough scalp, scalp hardness, dark pigmentation of the scalp, hair loss, eczema of the face and scalp, and Rakta (Blood) vitiated disorders. These Shodhana therapies act on the root sites of vitiated Dosha, removing dosha from the body. Raktamokshana is a unique para-surgical measure indicated in various diseases caused by Rakta and Pitta. According to our ancient literature, the kshaya and vriddhi of dhatus depend on the rakta. It is the pillar of the entire body.

Shilajit is an ancient herbo-mineral compound with diverse pharmacological properties. Preclinical and clinical studies have demonstrated powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, anticancer, immunomodulatory, and osteogenic effects. Due to its wide-ranging health benefits and established safety, Shilajit is commonly used by both men and women as a dietary supplement. However, most published evidence emphasizes the significant role of fulvic acid as the main active component responsible for these benefits, leading consumers, manufacturers, and researchers to focus primarily on fulvic acid levels. In reality, Shilajit contains various other compounds that collectively contribute to these effects. Therefore, this manuscript aims to highlight this issue and discuss the benefits of fulvic acid alongside other related compounds. Our goal is to raise awareness among consumers, manufacturers, and researchers to look beyond fulvic acid and recognize that an optimal balance of other ingredients is also essential to harness the benefits of this natural substance fully.

In Charaka Samhita, drug is an important part of chikitsa chatushpada, which has beenmentioned next to the physician. The patient cannot be treated properly without the knowledge of the drug.brihan chikitsa is considered to be the greatest treatment for Karshya and disorders associated with Karshyain Ayurveda. This is because brihan karma works to increase all of the body's dhatu. Bruhaniya mahakashayais one of the 50 mahakashaya, which have been mentioned in charaka Samhita Sutrasthana. Each mahakashayacontain ten drugs. In Brihaniya mahakashaya drugs such as Ksirini, Rajksavakak, Ashwagandha, Kakoli,Kshirkakoli, Vatyayani, Bhdraudani, Bhardwaji, payasya, Rsyagandha are included. Each medication workswell to treat karshya . The present paper deals with the review of above ten drugs and mode of action of drug.According to comparisons made using the brihan mahakashaya drugs like Ashwagandha and Rishyagandhahave nearly identical qualities. According to samanya siddhant, all of the medications- sweet taste, cold inpotency and madhura vipaka- increased jala and prithvi bhuyoshyith dhatu because of the drug’s dominationover pruthvi and jala.

: Arecanut, the nut of areca palm (Areca catechu L.) is one of the popular chewing substances in the world. It is mostly chewed along with betel leaf (the leaf of Piper betle L.) and slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) in the form of betel quid. Both arecanut and betel leaf have immense medicinal values including anticancer activity. A poly herbal gel, called Pugasaram, containing arecanut and betel leaf as major components along with certain other herbs in minor proportions is prepared and tested for its anticancer property against CAL-27 oral squamous cell carcinoma cells. In this in vitro study, the Pugasaram exhibited both cytotoxic as well as anticancer property against CAL-27 cells with an IC50 value of 500 µg/ml. Cells treated with Pugasaram displayed alteration in cell attachment, proliferation and morphology with significant increase in apoptosis, lower migratory potential and fewer colony formation in such cancer cells. With these results in hand, Pugasaram may be exploited further as a chemotherapeutic drug.

Ayurveda, the ancient Indian medical system, is founded on the triad of Hetu, Linga and Aushadha, with Aushadha playing a central therapeutic role. The science of Aushadha Kalpana refers to the preparation and processing of raw drugs into suitable dosage forms, enhancing their efficacy, palatability, and shelf life. Classical texts such as Charaka Samhita and Sharangadhara Samhita describe a wide range of dosage forms—liquid, semi-solid and solid —each suited for specific diseases, patient types, and therapeutic needs. These are classified based on physical form, route of administration, origin (plant, animal, or mineral), and processing techniques. The inclusion of Rasa Shastra formulations—herbo-mineral and metallic preparations—further expands therapeutic options. The selection of dosage form depends on factors like patient variability, disease type, season, and drug properties, as emphasized in classical references. This article presents a structured overview of Ayurvedic dosage forms, their classifications, examples, and rational application, reaffirming the scientific and holistic approach of Ayurveda in delivering effective treatment through appropriate pharmaceutical design.

Madhushigru (Moringa concanensis Nimmo.) is one of the most important plant for its nutritional as well as medicinal use in Ayurveda. This present study has been carried out to establish the stem bark of plant for its physicochemical characters with different phytochemical qualitative tests as per API and High-Performance Thin Layer Chromatographic analysis. Physicochemical parameters showed pH (6.28), Loss on drying (7.24 %w/w), Total Ash value (3.95 %w/w), Acid insoluble ash (0.57 %w/w), water soluble extractive (15.01 %w/v) and alcohol soluble extractive (23.39 %w/w). Preliminary phytochemical analysis for the presence of various functional groups such as Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Tannin, Saponin, Steroids were also studied. These observations can be helpful for identification and standardization of Madhushigru (Moringa concanensis Nimmo.).