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AYURVEDA PROPERTIES OF RARE DRUGS AND THEIR THERAPEUTIC IMPORTANCE
Dr. Swati T. Ratne*, Dr. Prachi S. Shahane and Dr. Shilpa V. Dhawale
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In Ayurveda, "rare drug" (Durlabha Dravya) would imply medicinal drugs which are difficult to obtain, which occur in minute amounts due to ecological or geographical constraints, or which are marked by their unusual therapeutic action. Kakoli, Kshirkakoli, Jeevak, Meda, Mahameda, Rishbhak and Ridhhi, etc. are some examples of rare drugs described in Ayurveda texts. These drugs have been mentioned in ancient texts such as, Sushruta Samhita, Bhavaprakasha and Charaka Samhita as Ati Durlabha Dravyas and Prayogashunyanam Dravyas. In Ayurveda, some of them are employed as a Medhya Rasayana, tranquilizer that induces mental clearness, Hridaya and Vajikarana, etc. These drugs also offer Balya effect thus improve general strength and longevity. With their stimulant and antimicrobial action, these drugs also help to increase vitality and fight against infections. This article explores Ayurveda properties of rare drugs and their therapeutic importance.
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