PRELIMINARY PHARMACEUTICO – ANALYTICAL STUDY OF SHANKHAPUSHPI GRANULES - A NEW DOSAGE FORM
*Vd. Dhatri R. Umraniya, Dr. B. L. Umrethia Dr. U. U. Zala Dr. B. D. Kalsariya
ABSTRACT
Aim: Shankhapushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis Choisy, Convolvulaceae) is a well known Ayurvedic herb for its actions on the central nervous system, especially to enhance intellect, memory and other mental faculties. Classically it is advised to use its Kalka (Fresh paste) but it is practically difficult when target is child age group. Material and methods: So, an attempt was made to prepare Shankhapushpi Granules out of Shankhapushpi Kvatha, Sharkara and Shankhapushpi Churna. Results: An average loss of 64.08% was observed. Preliminary analysis like organopeltic, physico chemical, Phytochemical, Heavy metal analysis and microbial overload was done. Conclusion: The Anubhuta method used here can be taken up for priminary profile of Shankhapushpi Granules and can be further used for large scale production.
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