Challenges in the standardization of pharmaceutics and therapeutics of Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana

Abstract

Rasa shastra and Bhaishajya kalpana (Science of Ayurved pharmaceutics) are the most important pillars of Ayurvedic therapeutics. .Aushadh (Medicine) is a major weapon in hands of competent Vaidya. Hence Ayurvedic medicines whether it is mineral based or plant based medicine demands quality control. As the processing of medicines requires time and manpower, practice of dispensing self-prepared medicine is ceasing which ultimately keeps no option to prescribe medicines from pharmacy. But due to increasing deforestation, changing weather conditions due to global warming, increasing demand of herbal medicines, commercialization of drugs sets in Pharma industries so quality is the big concern for Ayurved fraternity. Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana i.e. Swarasa, Kalka, Kwatha, Hima and Fanta in Bhaishajya kalpana are the most basic dosage form for any secondary dosage forms such as Avaleha, Snehapak kalpana, Sandhana Kalpana etc. Various pharmaceutical challenges such as proper collection of raw drug, particle size, filtration techniques needs to study for good pharmaceutical practices. While using for therapeutic purpose, factors like use of adjuvants, posology, palatability and dose optimization is necessary in order to get intended results. In today’s scenario it is quite challenging to combat these issues. Present paper is an attempt to discuss various challenges in pharmaceutical and therapeutically related issues with respect to Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana.