Abstract

PHARMACEUTICO-ANALYTICAL STUDY OF ARAGWADHADI TAILA

Dr. Jayashree Kolhe*, Dr. Vandana Pendse and Dr. Nishant Ingle

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Abstract

Introduction: Ayurveda, a traditional Indian medicine, uses natural elements for overall well-being. Rasashastra, a branch focusing on minerals and metals, plays a key role. Ayurvedic formulations are categorized and processed in specific ways to maximize effectiveness. Two crucial methods are Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana and Sneha Kalpana. With rising skin problems like vitiligo, no work was done on Aragwadhadi Taila so this pharmaceutico-analitical study explores the potential of Aragwadhadi Taila, unique oil containing both metal and herbal ingredients, for treating vitiligo. Aim of the study: - To Study “Pharmaceutico-Analitical Study of Aragwadhadi Tail’’ Objectives 1) To find out the classical reference of Aragwdhadi tailam from Samhita’s 2) To prepare Aragwadhadi tailam as per classical reference. 3) To analyze Aragwadhadi tailam using physico- chemical and Analytical parameters. Methodology:- Aragwadhadi taila was prepared as per Chakradatta and pharmaceuticoanalytical study was done. Observations and Result:- Tila Taila transformed from yellow to reddish brown after Murchchana, and the final Aragwadhadi Taila became greenish yellow. Aragwadhadi Taila exhibited a slightly acidic pH (3.59), low moisture content (0.223% loss on drying), a specific gravity of 0.9332 gm/ml indicating moderate density, a refractive index of 1.4754, a high saponification value of 130.90 suggesting good absorption, a low acid value of 1.329, and an iodine value of 64.9 indicating moderate unsaturation. Conclusion: The Aragwadhadi Taila displayed a greenish-yellow color and characteristic odor. Murchana improves drug solubility in the oil, imparts specific properties, and potentially increases the efficacy of the final medicated oil.

Keywords: Til taila, Murchana, Aragwadhadi Taila, Vitiligo.