Rasashastra
and Bhaishajya Kalpana
Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana is the branch of Ayurveda which deals with Pharmaceuticals. Rasashastra has its roots from Indian Alchemy. The same principles were utilized for therapeutic purpose, which led to the development of Rasashastra as a mainstream.
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Bhaishajya Kalpana comprises of two words
Bheshaja- meaning medicine
Kalpana – meaning Pharmaceutical preparation. Bhaishajya kalpana deals with processing and preparation of different dosage forms. Thus Rasashastra and Bhaishajya kalpana can be known as Iatro chemistry and Indian Pharmaceuticals.
Knowledge of a drug and its preparation is very important for successful practice as Medicine forms important limb of treatment.
Even a poisonous drug can be transformed into a safe and effective drug. With various procedures, even a simple drug can be converted into potent one.
The beauty of Rasashastra itself is in the utility of various metals and minerals in a therapeutic form. These are also used in very small doses. Metals and minerals requires to be detoxified, processed using various techniques which enhances the characteristics and therapeutic effect. This includes utility of various apparatus, different kinds of furnaces, heating devices etc.
Therefore, Ayurveda, the Science of Health and Healing has given great emphasis to the comprehensive knowledge of drugs, preservation and dispensing of prepared drugs under the broad heading known as Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana.
Treatment of various diseases with Ayurvedic medicines is becoming more and more popular day by day. The medicines prepared by Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana principles aim to achieve longevity, health & vigor to individuals. Metals and minerals play a vital role in hundreds of body metabolic activities.
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Sri Sri College
of Ayurvedic Science & Research
21st km, P. O. Udayapura,
Kanakpura Road, Bengaluru – 560082,
Karnataka, India.
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