Regulatory and Pharmacological Basis of Ayurvedic Formulations

Ayurvedic medicine's regulatory affairs and pharmacological drug safety issues have been overlooked, but research is now a world-wide phenomenon, with large pharmaceutical corporations investing money for novel drug discovery. This book examines the regulatory and pharmacological aspects and includes extensive data on scientific evaluation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Regulatory affairs and pharmacological drug safety issues of Ayurvedic medicine have been overlooked by practitioners for many years. However, research in Ayurveda is now a world-wide phenomenon, and several large pharmaceutical corporations are investing money for novel drug discovery from Ayurvedic sources. This book examines the regulatory and pharmacological aspects and includes extensive data on scientific evaluation carried out on Ayurvedic formulations. It will also serve as a reference book on standardization, pre-clinical studies, and clinical and toxicological studies on Ayurvedic formulations.

Regulatory Affairs and Pharmacological Drug Safety Issues of Ayurvedic Medicine:

Ayurvedic medicine has been practiced for thousands of years in India and other parts of the world. It is based on a holistic approach to health and wellness that emphasizes the use of natural herbs, minerals, and other natural substances to treat various diseases and conditions. While Ayurvedic medicine has been widely accepted and practiced, there have been concerns about its regulatory and pharmacological drug safety issues.

One of the main concerns is the lack of regulation and oversight of Ayurvedic medicine in many countries. This has led to the production and distribution of products that may not be safe or effective. In addition, there have been reports of adverse events associated with Ayurvedic medicine, including liver damage, kidney failure, and allergic reactions.

To address these concerns, there have been efforts to regulate Ayurvedic medicine in many countries. In India, for example, the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia Commission (APC) has been established to regulate the production and distribution of Ayurvedic medicines. The APC has established guidelines for the manufacture, testing, and marketing of Ayurvedic medicines, and has also established a regulatory authority to monitor the safety of Ayurvedic medicines.

In addition to regulation, there have been efforts to improve the pharmacological drug safety of Ayurvedic medicine. This has involved the development of new formulations and the evaluation of existing formulations. For example, some Ayurvedic medicines have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, while others have been shown to have anti-cancer properties.

However, there are still many challenges to be addressed in the field of Ayurvedic medicine. One of the main challenges is the lack of scientific evidence to support the claims made about Ayurvedic medicines. This has led to the development of many unregulated and untested products that may not be safe or effective.

To address this challenge, there have been efforts to conduct scientific research on Ayurvedic medicines. This has involved the use of modern scientific methods to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Ayurvedic medicines. In addition, there have been efforts to develop new formulations that are more effective and safer than existing formulations.

One of the most important aspects of scientific research on Ayurvedic medicines is the evaluation of the safety and efficacy of Ayurvedic formulations. This has involved the use of animal studies, clinical trials, and epidemiological studies. Animal studies have been used to evaluate the safety of Ayurvedic medicines, while clinical trials have been used to evaluate the efficacy of Ayurvedic medicines. Epidemiological studies have been used to evaluate the prevalence of Ayurvedic medicines and their associated adverse events.

In addition to scientific research, there have been efforts to develop new formulations that are more effective and safer than existing formulations. This has involved the use of modern scientific methods such as molecular biology, biochemistry, and pharmacology. For example, some Ayurvedic medicines have been modified to improve their absorption and bioavailability, while others have been modified to reduce their side effects.

Despite these efforts, there are still many challenges to be addressed in the field of Ayurvedic medicine. One of the main challenges is the lack of awareness and education about Ayurvedic medicine. This has led to the use of Ayurvedic medicines by people who may not be aware of their potential risks and benefits.

To address this challenge, there have been efforts to educate people about Ayurvedic medicine. This has involved the use of public health campaigns, educational programs, and online resources. In addition, there have been efforts to develop Ayurvedic medicine clinics and hospitals that provide high-quality care to patients.

In conclusion, regulatory affairs and pharmacological drug safety issues of Ayurvedic medicine have been overlooked by practitioners for many years. However, research in Ayurveda is now a world-wide phenomenon, and several large pharmaceutical corporations are investing money for novel drug discovery from Ayurvedic sources. This book examines the regulatory and pharmacological aspects and includes extensive data on scientific evaluation carried out on Ayurvedic formulations. It will also serve as a reference book on standardization, pre-clinical studies, and clinical and toxicological studies on Ayurvedic formulations.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367782924