In Siddha system of medicine, Yogam (Yoga) forms an important part. Among the Siddhars dealt with... more In Siddha system of medicine, Yogam (Yoga) forms an important part. Among the Siddhars dealt with yogam, Thirumoolar is notable. Siddhars have advised Yogam for all categories of people. Siddhars have strong knowledge in embryological growth and foetal development. They have advised do's and don'ts of pregnant women. The Yogam mentioned by Siddhars are all beneficial among pregnant women. This paper reviews about the types of Asanas beneficial for women in all the stages of pregnancy.
The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by usin... more The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by using it's possess viewpoint. So the be taught was once aimed to determine the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha diagnostic methodology. Siddha strongly advocacies every physician to seem into "what type of person is suffering from an ailment is most important than what variety of health problem he has". This holistic standpoint devises the protocol of each medication in Siddha. This distinctive primary is the delicate force and motive in the back of the existence of this method considering antiquity. Having the above mentioned unique standards in intellect, this paper tried to fully grasp the complexity and core basics of Siddha diagnostics which indeed pave solution to unique therapeutics. The medication of normal system shall be more legitimate if the disorder is diagnosed via its own point of view. So the learn was once aimed to check the sensitivity and specificity...
The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspi... more The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspirin induced in rats. Arputha mathirai was used to treat eri gunmam (peptic ulcer). Arputha mathirai at the dose level 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg were administered orally. Anti-ulcer effects were compared with standard drug omeprazole 20mg/kg b.w.,p.o.). The effect was assessed by parameters like pH, free acidity, total acidity and ulcer index. These observations helped us to conclude that Arputha mathirai 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg is endowed with antiulcer property.
The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by usin... more The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by using it’s possess viewpoint. So the be taught was once aimed to determine the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha diagnostic methodology. Siddha strongly advocacies every physician to seem into “what type of person is suffering from an ailment is most important than what variety of health problem he has”. This holistic standpoint devises the protocol of each medication in Siddha. This distinctive primary is the delicate force and motive in the back of the existence of this method considering antiquity. Having the above mentioned unique standards in intellect, this paper tried to fully grasp the complexity and core basics of Siddha diagnostics which indeed pave solution to unique therapeutics. The medication of normal system shall be more legitimate if the disorder is diagnosed via its own point of view. So the learn was once aimed to check the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha...
Gandhaga Parpam (GP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo-mineral medicine. The aim of the present study... more Gandhaga Parpam (GP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo-mineral medicine. The aim of the present study was to standardize the Gandhaga Parpam (GP). The physico-chemical characters like colour, ash values, pH value, Percentage yield and solubility were analysed and modern instrumental techniques such as Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES).The total ash value was found to be 9.79%w/w, acid insoluble ash value is 0.98%w/w, water soluble ash value is 5.5%w/w, Moisture content 8.80%w/w and Foreign organic matter 7.99%w/w. The pH value is 7.6 and yield of percentage is 46. The ICP-OES reveals that the heavy metals such as Mercury, Lead, Arsenic, cadmium are present in the drug are below detected limit. HR-SEM analysis has been used to study particle size shape and distribution. The SEM analysis of the sample showed the particle size of 100nm in the sample.
“KALLADAIPPU†(Urolithiasis) “KALPIRAMIYAMâ€(Urolithiasis) are the synonyms in Siddha and ... more “KALLADAIPPU†(Urolithiasis) “KALPIRAMIYAMâ€(Urolithiasis) are the synonyms in Siddha and the term equated to renal calculi in allopathic system of medicines. An increasing affluence and adaptation of Western diet habits in many developing countries seem likely to contribute to the changes for the development of renal calculi. Siddha medicine describes certain formulations as Lithotriptic and diuretic which is used in the treatment of renal calculi successfully. This case reported again is an example that proves the efficacy of Siddha medicines for expulsion of renal stones. The synergistic action enhanced resulting in disintegration and elimination of urinary stones from urinary tract.
The objective of the study was focused on the antifungal activity of herbal plants obtained from ... more The objective of the study was focused on the antifungal activity of herbal plants obtained from Salem, Tamil Nadu. The collected fresh leaves of Cassia alata, Cynodon dactylon, Ocimum tenuiflorum, Curcuma aromatica and Hydnocarpus laurifolia were made into an ointment after standard processing. The ointment showed significant activity against the fungi Aspergillus niger. The aqueous extract of Cassia alata showed maximum relative percentage inhibition against Aspergillus niger (13±1mm). Minimum inhibitory concentration was performed by modified agar well diffusion method on Potato Dextrose Broth and Potato Dextrose Agar. Minimum inhibitory concentration values of aqueous extract of Cassia alata varied from 25-100 mg/ml. This result obtained here suggests that the extract bear antifungal metabolites and considered as the potential source for antifungal drug development.
Intention of the study is to standardize Vajravalli Chooranam, a polyherbal components used in th... more Intention of the study is to standardize Vajravalli Chooranam, a polyherbal components used in the Siddha system of treatment. Powder microscopy, physico-chemical parameters, preliminary phytochemical tests, qualitative inorganic test, TLC photograph documentation, HPTLC finger print profile new release at UV 254nm, UV 366nm before derivatization and in 540nm after derivatization have been carried out. All the information generated are traits to the drug below learn. The set of physicochemical parameters, TLC and HPTLC results could be valuable for first-rate control of the drug.
Natural product or natural product structures continued to play a highly significant role in the ... more Natural product or natural product structures continued to play a highly significant role in the drug discovery and development process. Chundaivattral Chooranam (CVC) is a Siddha Polyherbal formulation. It consists of equal quantity of dried Solanum torvum, Murraya koenigii, Mangiferaindica, Carunrox burghianum, Phyllanthus embilica, Punica granatum, Trigonella foenumgraecum. In the siddha system of medicine, CVC has been used in non-specific diarrhoea. In the present study,the anti-bacterial study was conducted according to the agar diffusion method. Chloramphenicol was used as standard drug. The biological activities of CVC was evaluated for antibacterial properties againt pathogens. The chemical constitutes and the qualitative analysis of CVC was carried out using GC-MS and FTIR analysis for the identification of bioactive components. Results. Were expressed as mean value ± standard error of the mean (SEM). It was observed that Chundai vattral Chooranam herbal formulation (1mg/m...
Abraga Parpam (AP-S) is a herbo-mineral formulation which is prepared as per the Siddha classical... more Abraga Parpam (AP-S) is a herbo-mineral formulation which is prepared as per the Siddha classical text by the process of calcination. Apraga Bhasma (AP-A) is also available in the market. It has been decided to compare the standardization of the both the drugs available in the market. The present study focussed on standardization and quality control which are essential for the identification of drugs. So, that we can prevent adulteration and misidentification of herbo-mineral drugs. In this paper modern techniques such as SEM with EDAX were used to generate fingerprint for Abraga bhasma (AP-A). The SEM analysis showed the presence of nano and micro particles. Parallel standardization works are being carried out in AP-S. A comparative paper will be published in the near future.
International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research, 2015
Kara Sooda Sathu Parpam (KSSP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo- mineral drug. The aim of the presen... more Kara Sooda Sathu Parpam (KSSP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo- mineral drug. The aim of the present study was to standardize the physico-chemical traits of the Siddha herbo mineral formulation KSSP. Efforts have been made to lay down the analytical standards for Kara Sooda Sathu Parpam which were not found reported to till date. This paper appraises a detail study of physico-chemical properties, phytochemical constituents and heavy metal contents of the selected drug (KSSP) were analyzed. The total ash value was found to be 9.3 %w/w, acid insoluble ash value is 0.94%w/w, water soluble ash value is 5.5 %w/w, and loss of drying at 105 Âo c is 7.3 % w/w. The water soluble extractives and alcohol soluble extractives were found to be 8.67 % w/w and 5.0 % w/w. The ICP-OES reveals that the heavy metals such as Mercury, Lead, Arsenic, cadmium are present in the drug are below detected limit. HR-SEM analysis has been used to study particle size shape and distribution. The study highlights t...
The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspi... more The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspirin induced in rats. Arputha mathirai was used to treat eri gunmam (peptic ulcer). Arputha mathirai at the dose level 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg were administered orally. Anti-ulcer effects were compared with standard drug omeprazole 20mg/kg b.w.,p.o.). The effect was assessed by parameters like pH, free acidity, total acidity and ulcer index. These observations helped us to conclude that Arputha mathirai 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg is endowed with antiulcer property.
Classical Siddha medicine recommends the usage of functionally parallel substitute raw drugs in t... more Classical Siddha medicine recommends the usage of functionally parallel substitute raw drugs in the scarcity of the original material. The concept of standard raw drug substitution is designated by the Tamil term Matru sarakku, which emphasizes selecting alternatives either in herbal or non-herbal sources based on certain attributes. Functionally similar materials are suggested for balancing the deficit based on such parameters. Literature sources from Siddha medicine and other allied subjects were explored and documented for the inclusive understanding of the concept of ideal substitution. Few of the standard substitutes mentioned in the classical Siddha literature were evaluated in a scientific account for its justification. An outlook on different specimens as described in the ancient texts of Tamil medicine indicates the usage of substitutes from numerous plants, animals, and other metallo-mineral ingredients. The rationale of selecting alternatives primarily depends on the equi...
Background: “DOOR MAN” (Documentation Of Objectionable advertisement and Reporting under Magic an... more Background: “DOOR MAN” (Documentation Of Objectionable advertisement and Reporting under Magic and Remedies Act Notification) Android Mobile App is a pioneer app of its kind in AYUSH which helps in documenting, reporting and improve the communication of safety issues related to false claims, magic and misleading advertisements. Siddha Central Research Institute, Chennai is a Peripheral Pharmacovigilance Centre developed “DOOR MAN”, a free smartphone app which will be available on Android stores, after beta version deployment. In recent times, the incidence of false claims, magic and misleading advertisements with embellished claims on efficacy has increased by multiple folds. These Indian legislations govern the ‘Schedule J of Drugs and Cosmetics Rules’ and ‘Drugs and Magic Remedies Act’ advertisement related to drugs, treatments and procedures. As per the statement from Honourable Minister, Ministry of AYUSH has come across 804 instances of misleading advertisements/claims allegedl...
In Siddha system of medicine, Yogam (Yoga) forms an important part. Among the Siddhars dealt with... more In Siddha system of medicine, Yogam (Yoga) forms an important part. Among the Siddhars dealt with yogam, Thirumoolar is notable. Siddhars have advised Yogam for all categories of people. Siddhars have strong knowledge in embryological growth and foetal development. They have advised do's and don'ts of pregnant women. The Yogam mentioned by Siddhars are all beneficial among pregnant women. This paper reviews about the types of Asanas beneficial for women in all the stages of pregnancy.
The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by usin... more The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by using it's possess viewpoint. So the be taught was once aimed to determine the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha diagnostic methodology. Siddha strongly advocacies every physician to seem into "what type of person is suffering from an ailment is most important than what variety of health problem he has". This holistic standpoint devises the protocol of each medication in Siddha. This distinctive primary is the delicate force and motive in the back of the existence of this method considering antiquity. Having the above mentioned unique standards in intellect, this paper tried to fully grasp the complexity and core basics of Siddha diagnostics which indeed pave solution to unique therapeutics. The medication of normal system shall be more legitimate if the disorder is diagnosed via its own point of view. So the learn was once aimed to check the sensitivity and specificity...
The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspi... more The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspirin induced in rats. Arputha mathirai was used to treat eri gunmam (peptic ulcer). Arputha mathirai at the dose level 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg were administered orally. Anti-ulcer effects were compared with standard drug omeprazole 20mg/kg b.w.,p.o.). The effect was assessed by parameters like pH, free acidity, total acidity and ulcer index. These observations helped us to conclude that Arputha mathirai 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg is endowed with antiulcer property.
The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by usin... more The medication of normal procedure shall be extra legitimate if the ailment is identified by using it’s possess viewpoint. So the be taught was once aimed to determine the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha diagnostic methodology. Siddha strongly advocacies every physician to seem into “what type of person is suffering from an ailment is most important than what variety of health problem he has”. This holistic standpoint devises the protocol of each medication in Siddha. This distinctive primary is the delicate force and motive in the back of the existence of this method considering antiquity. Having the above mentioned unique standards in intellect, this paper tried to fully grasp the complexity and core basics of Siddha diagnostics which indeed pave solution to unique therapeutics. The medication of normal system shall be more legitimate if the disorder is diagnosed via its own point of view. So the learn was once aimed to check the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha...
Gandhaga Parpam (GP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo-mineral medicine. The aim of the present study... more Gandhaga Parpam (GP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo-mineral medicine. The aim of the present study was to standardize the Gandhaga Parpam (GP). The physico-chemical characters like colour, ash values, pH value, Percentage yield and solubility were analysed and modern instrumental techniques such as Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES).The total ash value was found to be 9.79%w/w, acid insoluble ash value is 0.98%w/w, water soluble ash value is 5.5%w/w, Moisture content 8.80%w/w and Foreign organic matter 7.99%w/w. The pH value is 7.6 and yield of percentage is 46. The ICP-OES reveals that the heavy metals such as Mercury, Lead, Arsenic, cadmium are present in the drug are below detected limit. HR-SEM analysis has been used to study particle size shape and distribution. The SEM analysis of the sample showed the particle size of 100nm in the sample.
“KALLADAIPPU†(Urolithiasis) “KALPIRAMIYAMâ€(Urolithiasis) are the synonyms in Siddha and ... more “KALLADAIPPU†(Urolithiasis) “KALPIRAMIYAMâ€(Urolithiasis) are the synonyms in Siddha and the term equated to renal calculi in allopathic system of medicines. An increasing affluence and adaptation of Western diet habits in many developing countries seem likely to contribute to the changes for the development of renal calculi. Siddha medicine describes certain formulations as Lithotriptic and diuretic which is used in the treatment of renal calculi successfully. This case reported again is an example that proves the efficacy of Siddha medicines for expulsion of renal stones. The synergistic action enhanced resulting in disintegration and elimination of urinary stones from urinary tract.
The objective of the study was focused on the antifungal activity of herbal plants obtained from ... more The objective of the study was focused on the antifungal activity of herbal plants obtained from Salem, Tamil Nadu. The collected fresh leaves of Cassia alata, Cynodon dactylon, Ocimum tenuiflorum, Curcuma aromatica and Hydnocarpus laurifolia were made into an ointment after standard processing. The ointment showed significant activity against the fungi Aspergillus niger. The aqueous extract of Cassia alata showed maximum relative percentage inhibition against Aspergillus niger (13±1mm). Minimum inhibitory concentration was performed by modified agar well diffusion method on Potato Dextrose Broth and Potato Dextrose Agar. Minimum inhibitory concentration values of aqueous extract of Cassia alata varied from 25-100 mg/ml. This result obtained here suggests that the extract bear antifungal metabolites and considered as the potential source for antifungal drug development.
Intention of the study is to standardize Vajravalli Chooranam, a polyherbal components used in th... more Intention of the study is to standardize Vajravalli Chooranam, a polyherbal components used in the Siddha system of treatment. Powder microscopy, physico-chemical parameters, preliminary phytochemical tests, qualitative inorganic test, TLC photograph documentation, HPTLC finger print profile new release at UV 254nm, UV 366nm before derivatization and in 540nm after derivatization have been carried out. All the information generated are traits to the drug below learn. The set of physicochemical parameters, TLC and HPTLC results could be valuable for first-rate control of the drug.
Natural product or natural product structures continued to play a highly significant role in the ... more Natural product or natural product structures continued to play a highly significant role in the drug discovery and development process. Chundaivattral Chooranam (CVC) is a Siddha Polyherbal formulation. It consists of equal quantity of dried Solanum torvum, Murraya koenigii, Mangiferaindica, Carunrox burghianum, Phyllanthus embilica, Punica granatum, Trigonella foenumgraecum. In the siddha system of medicine, CVC has been used in non-specific diarrhoea. In the present study,the anti-bacterial study was conducted according to the agar diffusion method. Chloramphenicol was used as standard drug. The biological activities of CVC was evaluated for antibacterial properties againt pathogens. The chemical constitutes and the qualitative analysis of CVC was carried out using GC-MS and FTIR analysis for the identification of bioactive components. Results. Were expressed as mean value ± standard error of the mean (SEM). It was observed that Chundai vattral Chooranam herbal formulation (1mg/m...
Abraga Parpam (AP-S) is a herbo-mineral formulation which is prepared as per the Siddha classical... more Abraga Parpam (AP-S) is a herbo-mineral formulation which is prepared as per the Siddha classical text by the process of calcination. Apraga Bhasma (AP-A) is also available in the market. It has been decided to compare the standardization of the both the drugs available in the market. The present study focussed on standardization and quality control which are essential for the identification of drugs. So, that we can prevent adulteration and misidentification of herbo-mineral drugs. In this paper modern techniques such as SEM with EDAX were used to generate fingerprint for Abraga bhasma (AP-A). The SEM analysis showed the presence of nano and micro particles. Parallel standardization works are being carried out in AP-S. A comparative paper will be published in the near future.
International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research, 2015
Kara Sooda Sathu Parpam (KSSP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo- mineral drug. The aim of the presen... more Kara Sooda Sathu Parpam (KSSP) is a traditional Siddha Herbo- mineral drug. The aim of the present study was to standardize the physico-chemical traits of the Siddha herbo mineral formulation KSSP. Efforts have been made to lay down the analytical standards for Kara Sooda Sathu Parpam which were not found reported to till date. This paper appraises a detail study of physico-chemical properties, phytochemical constituents and heavy metal contents of the selected drug (KSSP) were analyzed. The total ash value was found to be 9.3 %w/w, acid insoluble ash value is 0.94%w/w, water soluble ash value is 5.5 %w/w, and loss of drying at 105 Âo c is 7.3 % w/w. The water soluble extractives and alcohol soluble extractives were found to be 8.67 % w/w and 5.0 % w/w. The ICP-OES reveals that the heavy metals such as Mercury, Lead, Arsenic, cadmium are present in the drug are below detected limit. HR-SEM analysis has been used to study particle size shape and distribution. The study highlights t...
The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspi... more The present study was to analyse the siddha drug arputha mathirai for anti ulcer activity in aspirin induced in rats. Arputha mathirai was used to treat eri gunmam (peptic ulcer). Arputha mathirai at the dose level 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg were administered orally. Anti-ulcer effects were compared with standard drug omeprazole 20mg/kg b.w.,p.o.). The effect was assessed by parameters like pH, free acidity, total acidity and ulcer index. These observations helped us to conclude that Arputha mathirai 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg is endowed with antiulcer property.
Classical Siddha medicine recommends the usage of functionally parallel substitute raw drugs in t... more Classical Siddha medicine recommends the usage of functionally parallel substitute raw drugs in the scarcity of the original material. The concept of standard raw drug substitution is designated by the Tamil term Matru sarakku, which emphasizes selecting alternatives either in herbal or non-herbal sources based on certain attributes. Functionally similar materials are suggested for balancing the deficit based on such parameters. Literature sources from Siddha medicine and other allied subjects were explored and documented for the inclusive understanding of the concept of ideal substitution. Few of the standard substitutes mentioned in the classical Siddha literature were evaluated in a scientific account for its justification. An outlook on different specimens as described in the ancient texts of Tamil medicine indicates the usage of substitutes from numerous plants, animals, and other metallo-mineral ingredients. The rationale of selecting alternatives primarily depends on the equi...
Background: “DOOR MAN” (Documentation Of Objectionable advertisement and Reporting under Magic an... more Background: “DOOR MAN” (Documentation Of Objectionable advertisement and Reporting under Magic and Remedies Act Notification) Android Mobile App is a pioneer app of its kind in AYUSH which helps in documenting, reporting and improve the communication of safety issues related to false claims, magic and misleading advertisements. Siddha Central Research Institute, Chennai is a Peripheral Pharmacovigilance Centre developed “DOOR MAN”, a free smartphone app which will be available on Android stores, after beta version deployment. In recent times, the incidence of false claims, magic and misleading advertisements with embellished claims on efficacy has increased by multiple folds. These Indian legislations govern the ‘Schedule J of Drugs and Cosmetics Rules’ and ‘Drugs and Magic Remedies Act’ advertisement related to drugs, treatments and procedures. As per the statement from Honourable Minister, Ministry of AYUSH has come across 804 instances of misleading advertisements/claims allegedl...
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