Abstract

PAKWA MATRA POTTALI – A UNIQUE SOLID DOSAGE FORM

Dr. Sumana Patavardhan K. S.*, Dr. Sangeeta Rao and Dr. Vikram S.

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Abstract

Rasaushadhis have an advantage over Kashtaushadhis in that they are quick acting, require lesser dosage and are easier to be consumed (palatable). Rasaushadhis containing Parada have an advantage over other preparations because of their unmatched therapeutic benefit. Kupipakwa and Pottalikalpanas are the important murchita Parada yogas. Talasindura is one such Kupipakwa preparation which has indication for both respiratory and skin infections. Then, this Talasindura, prepared by antardhooma method is modified into pakwa matra pottali, a unique formulation, to see the therapeutic effect of this method. Pakwa matra pottali works well for Staph aureus and Candida albicans while Talasindura works well for K. pneumonia infections. This pakwa matra pottali can be said to be the double strength preparation of Talasindura, hence can be extrapolated to other kupipakwa preparations also.

Keywords: Kupipakwa, antardhooma, Talasindura, Pakwa matra pottali.