Standardization of Ayurvedic Medicated oil Udumbaradi Taila

Abstract

With the “return to nature” call in both, the developed countries as well as developing countries there is an increase in number of people switching to the alternative system of medicine and thus it is essential  that people get relevant medicines.In the present study a systemic approach has been evolved and effort has been made to develop well designed methodology for the standardization of  “Udumbaradi Taila” An attempt is made to standardize Ayurvedic medicated oil with organoleptic character, physiochemical properties along with Thin layer chromatography in two different ways. The oil is prepared as per the method described in classical references and authentic literature. Udumbaradi oil is prescribed in Kaphaja yoni roga (Vulvovaginitis) in Charaka Samhita. This oil contains twelve herbal drug with base of Seasame oil which define its polyherbal nature.