Churna is a fine powdered Ayurvedic formulation prepared from dried herbs used for internal and external therapeutic purposes.
Definition of Churna
- Churna (powder) is a fine powder of herbs or a combination of multiple powdered ingredients.
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Preparation Steps
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Selection and Cleaning:
- High-quality, contaminant-free herbs are chosen, then cleaned to remove extraneous matter.
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Drying:
- Herbs are dried (sun-drying, shade-drying, or mechanical drying) to safe moisture levels.
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Pulverization/Grinding:
- Dried herbs are coarsely crushed and then finely powdered, often passed through sieves of specific mesh size (commonly 80 or 100 mesh).
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Blending:
- Multiple powders are blended homogeneously if it is a polyherbal formulation.
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Storage:
- Stored in airtight containers to protect from moisture, microbial growth, and photo-degradation.
Standardization
- Particle Size: A consistent fineness ensures uniform mixing and dosage.
- Moisture Content: Typically, should be minimal to prevent mold and degradation.
- Active Marker Compounds: Where relevant, tested to confirm potency.
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