Author:
patil Sanketha,pai Surekha,Padyana Subrahmanya
Abstract
The concept of Smriti has been discussed in various Ayurvedic texts in wider aspects. Smriti is discussed as one
among Ashta Aishwarya. Acharya Chakrapani explains Smriti as a component of Buddhi& relation with Atma,
Manas. The Ayurvedic classics identified the importance of higher faculties dealing with memory and introduced
a separate group of drugs namely Medhya Rasayanas. Kushmanda & Brahmi both are well known Ayurvedic
herbs for their actions on the central nervous system, especially to enhance intellect, memory, and other mental
faculties. Materials and methods: Granules preparation was carried out as per the general method of preparation.
Result: physio chemical analysis of the present study shows pH of 7.54, 7.23, 6.57. Loss on drying(%) 20.2, 12,
3.6. Total Ash (%)0.42, 0.58, 1.34. Total fat 3.4%, 3.9%, 4.1%. respectively for three batches of Kushmandadi
Granules.
Publisher
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
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