Abstract

MODIFICATION OF DADIMASHTAKA CHURNA INTO TABLET FORM

Sruthy M.* and Dr. Sanila V. K.

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Abstract

Traditional dosages were created to improve the therapeutic effectiveness of pharmaceuticals. The drug is the main component of any stream of medicine. So, in reality, the effectiveness of any treatment plan depend upon the dosage and the mode of formulation in which it is given. A dosage form that exhibits rapid action, ease of administration, and extended potency retention is the optimal choice. Since, the success of treatment depends on medication’s superiority, drug research is prioritized in medical research. Even though, the Ayurvedic formulations are very effective in clinical practice, its stability & palatability are the major concern for the practitioners, especially those preparations which are in the form of churna. Modification into a new dosage form is necessary in the present scenario. Bhavana with the same kashaya churna tends to increase the potency of the drug. It also increases stability, potency, absorption, reduces the surface area and act as a binding agent. Methods: Dadimashtaka churna was prepared as per the Ashtangahridaya chikitsasthana, Atisara rogadhikara. Dadimashtaka churna is processed with the Kashaya of the same for seven times. Bhavana Kashaya is prepared in the ratio of 1:8. Thus, the bhavita churna is modified into tablet through tableting machine and analytical values of both churna and tablet are evaluated. Results: Dadimashtaka churna has been converted into tablet by bhavana and the analaytical parameters seems to be more stable in tablet than that of churna.

Keywords: Dosage form, Dadimashtaka churna, Dadimashtaka tablet, Bhavana.