Dubey, N: Traditional Ayurvedic Formulation: Godanti Bhasm

Ayurveda is one of the most ancient traditional medicine systems, originated in India and having holistic health approach that contains both preventive and therapeutic aspects.A great potential exists for its integration into the health-care system globally, as traditional systems of medicines are gaining popularity.It enjoys considerable share in international trade, which indicates continuously increasing international demand of such products. In order to promote global acceptance of traditional formulations, there is an urgent need to evaluate its therapeutic potential according to the current regulatory requirements.Man has used metals and minerals in disease treatment since time immemorial.Bhasmas are metal or mineral powder formulations prepared by specific Ayurvedic procedures using several herbs or herbal extracts with help of precise heat treatment. Godanti bhasma is a popular formulation ,widely used in rural health care system for the treatment of bronchitis, cough, Dyspnoea, Chronic fever and pitta jvar. This work is an attempt to understand the alchemy of the Godanti bhasma