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Anti-rheumatic formulations from ayurveda.

A A Raut¹, A D Joshi, D S Antarkar

¹Swami Prakashananda Ayurvedic Research Centre, 13 North South Road, Juhu, Bombay - 400 049.

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|May 5, 2012

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Ayurvedic literature details rheumatic disorders like Amavata and Sandhivata, recommending 247 formulations. These treatments utilize traditional ingredients such as guggulu and plant powders for therapeutic benefits.

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Area of Science:

Ayurvedic medicine
Rheumatology

Background:

Ayurvedic literature extensively documents rheumatic disorders including Amavata, Sandhivata, and Vatarakta.
A preliminary literature survey identified approximately 247 Ayurvedic formulations for these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and discuss the therapeutic potential of Ayurvedic concepts for rheumatic disorders.
To provide a brief overview of commonly recommended Ayurvedic formulations.

Main Methods:

Literature survey of Ayurvedic texts and scientific databases.
Analysis of documented formulations for rheumatic conditions.

Main Results:

Identification of 247 distinct Ayurvedic formulations for rheumatic disorders.
Commonly employed ingredients include guggulu compounds, plant powders, decoctions, medicated ghees, oils, and electuaries.

Conclusions:

Ayurvedic medicine offers a wide array of formulations for managing rheumatic disorders.
Further research can explore the therapeutic efficacy of these traditional treatments.