Department of Rasa Shastra evam Bhaishajya Kalpana

About the Department:

The Department of Rasa Shastra evam Bhaishajya Kalpana is a crucial branch of Ayurveda that deals with the preparation, standardization, and administration of Ayurvedic medicines. It focuses on both herbal and herbo-mineral formulations, ensuring their efficacy, safety, and therapeutic potential.

• Rasa Shastra emphasizes the therapeutic use of metals and minerals, including their purification, incineration, and transformation into bioavailable forms.
• Bhaishajya Kalpana (Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics) involves the study of dosage forms such as Swarasa (juices), Churna (powders), Avaleha (herbal jams), Asava–Arishta (fermented liquids), Vati (tablets), and Ghrita (medicated ghee).

The department trains students in pharmaceutical processing, drug formulation, preservation techniques, and quality control, bridging classical Ayurvedic wisdom with modern pharmaceutical science.

Vision Statement:

• To establish the department as a center of excellence in Ayurvedic pharmaceutics and pharmaceutical research.
• To ensure the global recognition of Ayurvedic formulations through standardization and scientific validation.
• To integrate traditional knowledge with modern pharmaceutical technology for safe and effective healthcare delivery.

Mission Statement:

• To impart quality education and training in the preparation and administration of Ayurvedic medicines.
• To promote research and innovation in herbo-mineral formulations and classical dosage forms.
• To maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in the preparation of medicines, ensuring safety and efficacy.
• To serve society by providing affordable, effective, and evidence-based Ayurvedic medicines.

Objectives

1. To train undergraduate and postgraduate students in the principles and practice of Ayurvedic pharmaceutics.
2. To provide hands-on experience in drug preparation, purification, and standardization techniques.
3. To validate classical formulations using modern analytical tools and scientific methods.
4. To encourage research in pharmaceutical processing, dosage forms, and therapeutic applications.
5. To contribute to the development of safe, effective, and globally acceptable Ayurvedic medicines.

Practical Exposure:

Students gain practical exposure to:

• Preparation of formulations for clinical use.
• Standard operative procedures (SOPs) for drug processing.
• Quality control and assurance techniques.
• Clinical application of formulations in patient care.

This hands-on training ensures that graduates are well-equipped to contribute to both clinical practice and pharmaceutical research, strengthening the role of Ayurveda in modern healthcare.

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