Article: EVALUATION OF MICA (ABHRAKA) PURIFICATION AND DHANYABHRAKA FORMATION: A PHARMACEUTICAL STUDY

Article Category: Original Research articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.165170

Pages: 59-62

Author: Bharti Rajoriya *, Pratiksha Pingale, Rohit Ambodiya, Pratibha Vyas, RK Pati

Abstract: Ancient Indian life science, Ayurveda, is once again in vogue. It was developed centuries ago by Indian masters. The medical community and patients accept Ayurvedic treatments, it is important to demonstrate their effectiveness through modern studies. Abhraka is a mineral mix that contains small amounts of silicon, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and aluminium. This research aims to analyse the pharmaceutical properties of Abhraka shodhana and Dhanyabhraka Nirman. The shodhana process for Abhraka was performed according to the method outlined in Rasa Ratna samuchchaya, using Triphala kwatha as the solvent. Shodhit Abhraka was utilized in Dhanyabhraka Nirman. Shodhana of Abhraka was carried out by quenching Abhraka in Triphala kwatha followed by Dhanyabhraka in same liquid media. Dhanyabhraka Nirmana further enhances the purification process by refining Abhraka into an even finer and more homogeneous powder. This extended form of shodhana ensures the mica is thoroughly purified and finely processed, making it suitable for subsequent procedures and incorporation into Ayurvedic formulations. Abhraka reached red hot stage at about 8340C after 55 minutes of heating, as found. About 7 hour is needed for seven-time nirvapa (quenching) of Abhraka. The solid content and alkalinity of the Triphla kwatha was boosted following shodhana process.

Keyword: Mica, Abhraka, Shodhana, Purification, Triphala kwatha, Dhaynabhraka nirman.