Abstract

REVIEW ON RASAUSHADHI IN GERIATRICS AS RASAYANA

Dr. Bhavin M. Chavda* and Dr. Bhavisha Siddhpura

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Abstract

Rasaushadhi- herbo mineral or metallic formulations are used for therapeutic purpose in field of Ayurveda and they are backbone of Ayurveda due to its Rasayana properties. In Ayurveda, Jara Chikitsa (Geriatrics) is an important branch to prevention and manages health problems of elderly people to improve quality of life and slowing down ageing process through Rasayana drugs. Various Rasa-texts have mentioned Rasaaushadhi formulation which is used in Jara Chikitsa by mentioning various term for geriatric purpose i.e. Jara Nashana, Rasayana, Jivet Varsha Shatam etc. Aim: To find out Rasaushadhi used for geriatric purpose. Material and Method: Various Rasashatriya book were referred and find out the word Jaranashana, Rasayana, Valipalitanashana for geriatric care. Results and Discussion: The review suggests that since 8th century there is concept of Rasayana which is a specialized branch of Ayurveda. Rasayana medicine is specially used for slowing down the process of ageing.

Keywords: Rasaaushadhi, Geriatrics, Rasayana.