A CRITICAL REVIEW OF GRAHI AND STAMBHANA KARMAS AND DRAVYAS IN KAIYADEVA NIGHANTU

Abstract

This critical review offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental concepts underlying Grahi and Stambhana actions within the realm of Ayurvedic pharmacology. The aim of this study is to conduct a thorough analysis of the efficacy, safety, and therapeutic potential of Grahi and Stambhana Karmas, while also compiling and analysing the Grahi and Stambhana Dravyas delineated in Kaiyadeva Nighantu. A systematic approach was employed to extract relevant information pertaining to Grahi and Stambhana actions and Dravyas from Kaiyadeva Nighantu. Various classical Ayurvedic texts were consulted to corroborate and contextualize the findings. Information regarding the pharmacological properties, indications, contraindications, and modes of administration of each Dravya was meticulously collected and synthesized. he review elucidates the physiological mechanisms underlying Grahi and Stambhana actions, highlighting their roles in maintaining homeostasis and managing pathological conditions. Grahi Dravyas, known for their absorbent properties, are evaluated for their efficacy in treating diarrhoea, dysentery, and excessive fluid secretion disorders. Stambhana Dravyas, characterized by their inhibitory effects, are assessed for their therapeutic applications in bleeding disorders, excessive secretions, and hyperactive bodily functions. The review critically analyses the evidence supporting the use of Grahi and Stambhana Dravyas, considering their traditional significance and contemporary relevance. Therefore, this critical review provides valuable insights into the principles of Grahi and Stambhana Karmas and the therapeutic potential of corresponding Dravyas in Ayurvedic medicine. Kaiyadeva Nighantu emerges as a rich repository of Dravyas exhibiting these actions, offering a wealth of Ayurvedic knowledge for contemporary healthcare. While further research is necessary to validate the efficacy and safety of these Dravyas in both traditional Ayurvedic and modern clinical practices.

Keywords: Ayurvedic pharmacology, Grahi and Stambhana actions, Kaiyadeva Nighantu, Therapeutic potential, Contemporary healthcare