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Research Paper | Medical Microbiology | Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026 | Pages: 456 - 458 | India
Inhibitory Effect of Herbal Formulation Fumigation Against Staphylococcus Aureus
Abstract: Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, offers many time-tested methods to treat and prevent illnesses. One such method is herbal fumigation, known as Dhoopana karma. This practice serves two purposes: it can cure wounds and also act as a preventive measure through sterilization. In a recent study, researchers explored the preventive aspect by testing herbal fumigation against Staphylococcus aureus, a bacterium responsible for about 70% of post-surgical infections like sepsis and cellulitis. Drawing inspiration from the classical Ayurvedic text, Sushrutha Samhitha, which recommends fumigating post-surgical wards to prevent infections, the study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of this traditional practice. The researchers prepared six petri dishes with diluted S. aureus. Three dishes were exposed to the herbal fumigation, while the other three served as controls with no fumigation. After 15 minutes of fumigation, all plates were incubated overnight. The results were striking the fumigated plates showed no bacterial colonies, while the control plates had a high count of 4,800 colony-forming units per milliliter. This clear difference highlights the potential of classical herbal fumigation as a powerful preventive tool against surgical infections caused by S. aureus. This study not only validates an ancient Ayurvedic practice but also suggests a natural, effective way to reduce post-surgical infections, blending traditional wisdom with modern scientific inquiry.
Keywords: Herbal fumigation, Dhoopana, antimicrobial herbal compound, mustard, neem leaves, cow's ghee, Rock salt
How to Cite?: Prerna Jaiswal, Dr. Mamta Sahu, "Inhibitory Effect of Herbal Formulation Fumigation Against Staphylococcus Aureus", Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 456-458, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26705183404, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26705183404