Methods employed in quality control in ayurveda

Abstract

Asava-arishta, the medicinal characteristics of Ayurvedic classical dosage forms, liquid dosage forms based on self-generated alcohol with faster absorption, long shelf life and increased market conformity have led to a continuous rise in demand. New fermentation methods and packaging innovations tend to have been embraced by many Ayurvedic processing units. The importance of standardisation of such goods is underlined by these advances in manufacturing, distribution and storage. Therefore, it is of concern to examine the latest manufacturing situation and the standardisation of the dosage type as regards the procedure and the consistency and effectiveness of the finished product. In addition to the effort to include criteria of consistency and standardisation, the study includes an overview and deliberates on the importance of improvements made to the conventional preparation processes, ingredients and material used in the process and the potential impact on its efficacy.

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“… 65 Standardization methods should be used for all aspects of Ayurvedic medicine consistency, such as proper sample recognition, organoleptic analysis, volatile substance, pharmacognostic analysis, quantitative analysis, microbial load, xenobiotic, toxicity evaluation, phytochemical evaluation, and biochemical activity. 65 Analytical parameters such as moisture content, ash values, extractive values, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and aflatoxins may help evaluate the quality of herbal raw materials. Various chromatographic techniques are frequently used to detect and maintain the quality of herbal medications or products.…”