AYURVEDA REVIEW ON SHODHAN, PREPARATION AND THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS OF SATVA AND DRUTI
Dr. Jyotsna Gulhane*, Dr. Rakhi Ram Kulkarni and Dr. Aruna V Shelke
ABSTRACT
Rasashastra is branch of alchemy which deals with the drugs obtained from metals and minerals origin. Shodhana, Marana and Amrutikarana are major processes involves in Rasashastra. The specific processes of heating, boiling, grinding and triturating play important role toward the particular formulations of Rasashastra. These Ayurveda preparation used for various therapeutic purposes and imparts pharmacokinetic benefits over other formulations. Satva and Druti are important concept of Ayurveda Rasashastra which utilizes for specific purposes. Satva indicates extraction of essence from mineral ores and Druti means liquefying of metal & mineral. The Satva of drugs may be different colours and types depending upon the process and method. Ayurveda described various approaches for extracting Satva from the different minerals based drugs. Satvas used in various processes of mercury and also utilizes for various therapeutic purposes. Present article explained Ayurveda view on various aspects of Satva and Druti.
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