Physico Chemical Analysis of the Formulation Kanakabindhvarishtam

Kanakabindhvarishtam is a formulation included in Arishta kalpana. It is mentioned by Acharya Charaka in the context of Kushta chikitsa. The formulation is having Khadira (Acacia Catechu) as Kashaya Dravya (decoction) and Triphala (Amalaki, Vibeetaki, Hareetaki), Trikadu (Maricham, Sundi, Pippali), Vidanga, Mustha, Indrayava, Guduchi, Haridra, Daruharidra and Vasa Moola as Prakshepa Dravyas. Even though Guda and honey were not mentioned in the yoga, they were added in order to facilitate the fermentation process. Dhataki flowers which are commonly used to accelerate the fermentation process were not added in the preparation. The whole process were carried out in two stages- initial stage include the preparation of Kanakabindhvarishta according to the reference by Charaka Acharya, and in the 2nd stage Physico chemical analysis of the yoga were carried out. The Physico chemical parameters include pH value (5.28), total solid content (2.03%), specific gravity (1.0105), reducing sugar (2.8129%), total sugar (6.43%) and alcoholic content (8%). 35lt of Arishta was prepared by fermentation process. The Sandhana patra (fermentation vessel) in which the Arishta was prepared were kept for a period of 45 days and all the Arishta siddha lakshanas were obtained as per the reference

Preparation and evaluation of fermented Ayurvedic formulation: Arjunarishta.

Growing awareness about harmful side effects of modern medicine has led to interest in Ayurveda at the international level as well as within India. Ayurveda comprises of various types of formulations including fermented forms, namely, arishtas and asavas. Arishtas are regarded as unique and valuable therapeutics due to their efficacy, stability and desirable features. It prepared using decoction of herbal drug and contains self generated alcohol. Although these formulations are mentioned in traditional literature and used regularly their scientific investigation and reporting is essential to strengthen Ayurveda in global market. In present study attempt has been made for preparation and evaluation of arjunarishta. Terminalia arjuna is a active constituent of arjunarishta and prescribed in cases of cardiovascular diseases as a cardiotonic. 6.42% w/w alcohol was generated after fermentation of traditionally prepared arjunarishta formulation. It is palatable to use due to sweet taste combined with fine aroma which masks unpleasant taste and odour of added herbal ingredients.