Herbal Raw Materials & Indian Medicine Systems Notes [U-1]

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Herbs as raw materials

  • Definition of Herb
  • Herbal Medicine
  • Herbal Medicinal Product
  • Herbal drug preparation
  • Source of Herbs
  • Selection, Identification, and Authentication of Herbal Materials
  • Cultivation of herbal plants
  • Collection of herbs
  • Processing of herbal raw material in detail

Biodynamic Agriculture

  • Biodynamic Agriculture
  • Good agriculture practices
  • Organic farming
  • Pest and Pest management in medicinal plants
  • Biopesticides/bioinsecticides

Indian Systems of Medicine

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Unit-I: Herbs as Raw Materials Notes Summary

This unit focuses on the use of herbs as raw materials in traditional and modern medicine, covering their sourcing, processing, and role in Indian systems of medicine.

Key Highlights:

  • Definitions: Covers essential terms like herb, herbal medicine, herbal medicinal product, and herbal drug preparation.
  • Sources of Herbs: Discusses the natural sources of medicinal plants and the importance of sustainable harvesting.
  • Selection and Authentication: Involves methods for proper identification and verification of herbal materials to ensure purity and quality.
  • Processing of Herbal Raw Materials: Describes techniques like drying, grinding, storage, and preservation of herbal substances.
  • Biodynamic Agriculture: Introduces a holistic approach to farming using ecological and sustainable methods.
  • Good Agricultural Practices (GAP): Emphasizes quality control in cultivation, including organic farming methods to ensure safe and effective raw materials.
  • Pest Management: Focuses on eco-friendly methods using biopesticides and bioinsecticides for protecting medicinal plants.
  • Indian Systems of Medicine:
    a) Basic Principles of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homeopathy.
    b) Formulation and Standardization of traditional Ayurvedic preparations like Aristas, Asawas, Churna, Ghutika, Lehya, and Bhasma.

This unit lays the foundation for understanding traditional medicine and its integration into modern practices.

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