Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

A Critical Review on Area of Research in Standardization of Panchakarma Procedures

Swati Tikale (Unknown)
Shweta Parwe (Unknown)
Nandkishor Umale (Unknown)
Sonali Wairagade (Unknown)
Madhulika Tiwari (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Mar 2021

Abstract

Background: Panchakarma procedures belonging to a class of cleansing procedures called shodanatherapy (purification) in Ayurveda. The unusual fact Panchakarma now convening is, the same Panchakarmaprocedure is giving different percentage of efficacy rate in different regions, in patients with the samedisease and base-line parameters. To ensure uniformity of the procedures and achieving maximum efficacy,standardization of these Panchakarma procedures became an emergency necessity.Aim: The present article focus at exploring the area of research in standardization of Panchakarmaprocedures and to enhance and make sure standardized Panchakarma procedures should be followedeverywhere thereby certifying maximum possible safety and uniform efficacy.Review Results: The methodology for Standardization of Panchakarma procedures has to be implementedin an emergency basis to ensure complete safety and maximum efficacy.Discussion: The methodology for Standardization should be prepared by absorbing the concept ofPanchakarma on scientific lines and should be well ordered, practical and cost-effective.Conclusion: The present article outlines the concept behind Panchakarma procedures, the methodology forStandardization and area of research in it.

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