Abstract

AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON THE DRAVYAGUNA CONCEPT AND ITS ROLE IN DRUG ACTION

Dr. Sudhanshu Pratap Singh*, Dr. Akhilesh Kumar Ratre, Dr. Yoganshu Verma and Dr. Rishi Sahu

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Abstract

In addition to discussing the characteristics of medications, the ancient Ayurvedic philosopher also explained the idea of Dravyaguna, which links the biological effect of pharmaceuticals to their Ayurvedic features. The notion of Dravyaguna was associated with the characteristics, designations, behaviors, and attributes of Dravyas, among other things. Their biological action is largely influenced by the Dravya's Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, Prabhava, and Karma. The idea of Dravyaguna is highly valued in the Ayurvedic Samhitas. Due to their effects on Doshas and Dhatus, Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipaka, and Prabhava all had pharmacological properties. These characteristics of Ayurvedic medications also change Agni and Strotas, which has a major impact on physiological functioning. The characteristics of medications thought to be in charge of particular therapeutic effects, such as the calming of Dosha, strengthening Dhatus, healing Agni vitiation, removing Strotas blockage, etc. All these healing properties are due to the Guna, Virya, Rasa, and Vipaka of Dravya. Comprehending Dravyaguna Vigyan is essential for both therapeutic medicine suggestion and use. Appropriate Ahara for a sick person since some Ahara qualities cause specific reactions that may either make illnesses worse or better.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Dravya, Dravyaguna, Ahara, Properties.