DEPT. OF DRAVYAGUNA VIJNANA (AYURVEDIC PHARMACOLOGY & MATERIA MEDICA)

DEPT. OF DRAVYAGUNA VIJNANA (AYURVEDIC PHARMACOLOGY & MATERIA MEDICA)

OVERVIEW

Dravyaguna Vijnana constitutes an indispensable facet of Ayurvedic medicine, which holistically expounds upon the fundamental aspects of Rasa (taste), Guna (physical property), Virya (potency), Vipaka (drug metabolism) and Prabhava (non-specific activity) pertaining to drugs mainly medicinal plants, encompassing pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles. The Branch is concerned with various aspects like the identification, collection, storage, and preservation of plant-derived raw materials. Its primary objective is to convey knowledge pertaining to the fundamental principles of Dravyaguna Vijnana, drug action in accordance with ayurvedic practices, as well as conventional methods of medicine. The primary objective of this effort is to advance research methodology with a view toward comprehending the principles of Ayurvedic Pharmacology and Materia Medica by harmonizing classical and contemporary knowledge. The Department endeavors to concentrate on both the preservation and cultivation aspects of medicinal plants, while also serving the demands of those seeking to enhance their health through the provision of household medicinal plants that can act as a remedy for common ailments.

The primary aim is to offer superior educational services and attain outstanding academic achievements in the fundamental principles of Ayurvedic Pharmacology and Materia Medica by balancing classical & contemporary knowledge.

KEY FEATURES
  • A well-maintained herbal garden is dedicated to hosting a heterogeneous assemblage of over 250 species with the primary objective of taxonomically identifying these plant taxa.
  • The Department boasts a highly developed laboratory, museum, library and seminar hall. The Dravyaguna Vijnana laboratory possesses ample facilities to carry out all the practical tasks associated with the topic.
  • The museum maintained by the department showcases a collection of both dry and wet herbal drugs, presenting them through an array of photographs, herbarium sheets and charts.
  • The department frequently arranges activities, such as field visits, inviting guest speakers and conducting seminars.
  • The students can avail the finest resources and amenities offered by the Dravyaguna Vijnana Department. The students are given adequate and appropriate training by proficient teaching faculties.
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