Antimicrobial activity of Abhraka Bhasma prepared with Gomutra, for evaluation of its broad spectrum activity

Dr. Reshma Begum; Vijaykumar B. Chavadi

doi:10.21760/jaims.v2i05.306

Dr. Reshma Begum Post Graduate Scholar, Dept. of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana, B.V.V.S. Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, Bagalkot, Karnataka, India.
Vijaykumar B. Chavadi Associate Professor, Dept. of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana., B.V.V.S. Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, Bagalkot, Karnataka, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v2i05.306

Keywords: Abhraka Bhasma, Gomutra, Antimicrobial activity

Abstract

The utility of Ayurvedic science is to maintain the health and cure the diseases of patient. Rasaushadis are unique formulations, which are easily administered, assimilated and absorbed in the body and quick in action. Harmful micro-organisms are the world’s major causes of morbidity and mortality. Thus, in such instance Abhraka Bhasma and Gomutra both explained as “Krimihara” in classical texts. To ensure their property present study has been conducted.

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