A REVIEW ON MAHAAGADA AND ITS INDICATIONS - A LITERARY REVIEW
Dr. Sukriti Sharma*, Prof. Jaram Singh and Dr. Rajveer Sason
ABSTRACT
Agada Tantra is a branch of Ayurveda which deals with different types of poisoning and their treatment. For the management of different kinds of poisons many formulations are mentioned in the treatise of Ayurveda. One such Agada that is mentioned in the context of snake bite management is Mahaagada quoted in Ashtang Sangrah Uttar Sthana (42/61). It contains 14 ingredients including 9 herbs, 5 Lavanas, and goat’s urine for trituration. A detailed scientific review is required to assess this formulation's effectiveness and comprehend its method of action. The preparation procedure is likewise simple, and the composition is made up of substances that are readily available. The article reports on pharmacodynamics of polyherbal formulation used in the treatment of snake bite, scorpion bite, rodent and insect bite.
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