Abstract

A LITERARY STUDY ON HARIDRA (CURCUMA LONGA) - A REVIEW STUDY

Dr. Tarun Choudhary*, Dr. Shiromani Mishra and Dr. Ravindra Sharma

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Abstract

Curcuma longa (Haridra) is an essential medicinal plant from Zingiberaceae family. Haridra is frequently utilised in Ayurveda for the treatment of different illnesses through its Rasapanchak, since it is a constituent of Chandraprabha vati, Mahatikta Ghrita, Haridra Khand, Dashamulaarista, and others. Haridra is the name given to it because of its colour. Haridra is utilised in numerous formulations in India's Ayurvedic Formulary. In many formulations it is used as a key component. It has long been prized for its wide range of therapeutic benefits, traditional uses, and cosmetic value. Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antidiabetic, anthelminthic, hepatoprotective, hypolipidemic, antihistaminic, and antifungal agents are all widely utilised. Prameha, Krimi, Aruchi, Apachi, Pandu, Visa, and other Ailments have been documented in Ayurvedic scriptures. The current page contains all of the material needed to understand Haridra in Ayurveda, including all of the relevant classical references.

Keywords: Haridra, Ayurveda, Curcuma longa etc.