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Research Paper | Ayurveda | India | Volume 10 Issue 11, November 2021

Antibacterial Study on Lauha Bhasma with Special Reference to Gokshura Kwatha Bhavana and Puta

Dr. Urmila Waxar

Abstract: Rasa-aushadhies are dynamic medicines in our science. Herbomineral preparations are time tested drugs used for various acute and chronic diseases from time immemorial. They are needed to be study on modern parameters. Metals and minerals are known to have antimicrobial properties in modern science. Many herbs also shown antibiotic properties. Bhasmas are also needed to be studied to explore antibiotic properties. In present study three different of Lauha bhasma samples were subjected for antibacterial activity against 04 pathogenic bacteria to assess the individual as well as comparative antibacterial effect with special reference to effect of gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) kwatha bhavna and puta on lauha bhasma. Moderate sensitivity was observed in some samples on specific concentrations suggestive of bacteriostatic nature at some level.

Keywords: Lauha, Bhasma, Antibacterial, Gokshura, Tribulus terrestris

Edition: Volume 10 Issue 11, November 2021,

Pages: 535 - 537