Abstract

CONCEPT OF RASAYANA & AYURVEDIC DRUGS – A REVIEW

Yadu Vinay Kumar*

Abstract

Ayurveda is the Science of Life, which is based on experiences of Acharyas. Ayurveda has 2 main Objectives- 1. To protect the health of healthy individuals, 2. To cure the disease of Patient. Rasayana Therapy is an important division of Ashtanga Ayurveda, which is called Jara. Rasayana drugs brings about fumdamental biological changes in the body, Physical and mental development. The Presented article explains the fundamental concept of Rasayana contained in the Samhita texts of Ayurveda & how Rasayana helps in Reducing the natural process of aging of the body & Prevent against Diseases. The literary meaning of „Rasayana‟ is obtaining the optimum nourishment to the Dhatus. Rasayana therapy may be administered after admitting the patient in the hospital (Kutipravesika) or as out door patient (Vatatapika), but former is considered better. For the best results it is necessary to undertake Shodhana therapy (Panchkarma) before giving the Rasayana drugs.

Keywords: Rasayana, Jara, Kutipravesika, Vatatapika, Shodhana.