A Comprehensive Review on Gandak
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Gandak (Sulphur) is one of the most important mineral drugs used in Rasa Shastra and Ayurveda. It is widely employed in various formulations such as Rasayana, Vajikarana, and Kushtaghna preparations due to its antimicrobial, rejuvenating, and detoxifying properties. The process of Shodhana (purification) of Gandak is crucial as it eliminates physical and chemical impurities and enhances its therapeutic efficacy. Classical texts describe several methods for Gandak Shodhana using media such as cow’s ghee, milk, and decoctions of herbal drugs. This paper reviews the classical references, modern chemical understanding, pharmaceutical significance, and therapeutic applications of Gandak.
Author: *Dr. Komal Sharma
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7094954683
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