According to the Siddha concepts, there are two dominant entities, namely matter and energy, which have a great influence in shaping the nature of the universe. They are called Siva and Sakthi in the Siddha system. Matter cannot exist without energy and vice versa. Thus, both are inseparable. The concept of five proto-elements and three gunas in this system of medicine…
Siddha system of medicine is practiced mostly in South India. This system of medicine maintains a distinctive identity of its own but has a close affinity to Ayurveda. This system is considered to be of pre-Vedic period; it is identified with the Dravidian culture and is closely attached with the Tamil civilization. The term “Siddha”…
Ayurvedic treatment lies in restoring the balance of the disturbed humors (doshas) through regulating diet and correcting life routine and behavior along with the administration of drugs. The preventive nondrug therapies known as panchakarma (five processes) and rasayana (rejuvenation) therapy are done for treating various diseases. Before starting the treatment, many factors such as the status of tissue and…
Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, is believed to be prevalent in India for more than 4500 years. Its philosophical base is derived partly from Nyaya-Vaisheshika and Samkhya streams of Indian philosophy. Ayurveda is a complete medicine system, which takes into consideration the physical, psychological, philosophical, ethical and spiritual well-being of mankind. This system of medicine gives great importance to…
Learning Objective Traditional and alternative systems of medicine with drugs prepared from plants and mineral substances play an important role in providing health care to a large section of population. The alternative systems of medicine recognized in India are Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and homeopathy.
Toothpaste is a white or creamy, opaque, sweet, flavored and foaming semisolid preparation in which the abrasive is suspended in the aqueous mucilage base. It is used for cleaning and polishing the teeth and to maintain oral hygiene. Formula Pippali 0.775% w/w Kalmirch 0.775% w/w Sunthi 0.775% w/w Tonar beez 0.775% W/W Karpoor 0.38% w/w…
These are the drugs that act in the central nervous system (CMS) to raise the threshold of cough center or act peripherally in the respiratory tract to reduce tussal impulses or to perform both these actions. Formula Adhatoda vasaka 1.5% Glycyrrhiza glabra 1.5% Acorus calamus 0.1% Alpinia galangal 0.1% Zingiber officinale 0.1% Sucrose 66.7% Alcohol…
Antibacterial agent is an agent that interferes with the growth and reproduction of bacteria; it disinfects surfaces and eliminates potentially harmful bacteria. Examples of herbal antibacterials are neem, garlic, turmeric, berberis and Zanthoxyllum species. Formula Echinacea pallid root extract 120 mg Fresh osha root extract 120 mg Fresh yerba mansa extract 60 mg Neem extract 60 mg Haldi…
Learning Objective