Critical Appraisal on Sandhaniya Mahakashaya Dravya W.S.R. to its classical description in Charak Samhita

Abstract

The Charaka Samhita, a renowned treatise in the field of traditional medicine, possesses a substantial wealth of knowledge. The 4th chapter of Sutra Sthana in Charaka Samhita, titled "Shad Virechana Shatashriteeya," provides a detailed exposition by Acharya on the subject of 50 Mahakashaya or Dashemani. These groups consist of ten plants each, demonstrating a shared pharmacological activity. One such group is the Sandhaniya Mahakashaya, commonly referred to as the Unifying medicine. The constituents of the formulation include Madhuyashthi, Guduchi, Prishniparni, Patha, Lajjalu, Mocharasa, Dhataki, Lodhra, Priyangu, and Katphala. It is widely acknowledged that certain plants possess the ability to naturally heal wounds. Hence, this conventional medical approach facilitates the identification of herbal remedies that are particularly suitable for promoting the regeneration and growth of impaired bodily tissues. This article provides an explanation of the therapeutic properties of the medications included in the Sandhaniya Mahakashaya, highlighting their efficacy in managing a range of diseases and ailments.