Hospital Section

The Hospital Wing was shifted to a new multi-storeyed building in 2017, now a NABH and BIS -accredited facility offering comprehensive Ayurvedic healthcare, research, and training.

Clinical Services

Multispecialty OPDs function in the areas of:

  • Kaya Chikitsa (General Medicine)
  • Panchakarma (Bio-purificatory Therapies)
  • Shalyatantra (Surgery & Orthopedics)
  • Shalakya Tantra (Ophthalmology & ENT)
  • Prasuti Tantra & Stri Roga (Gynaecology & Obstetrics)
  • Marma Chikitsa and Geriatric OPD
  • Balachikitsa (Pediatrics)

Medicines are provided free of cost through the OPD Pharmacy. Diagnostic support includes pathology, biochemistry, X-ray, and ECG services.

Outpatient Department (OPD)

The out- patient department (OPD) of the institute caters to the medical needs of people from various parts of the country especially from the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. A total of 28,34,571 patients have been treated since inception until January 2026. Other than general OPD, the institute is running a geriatric speciality OPD and Marma Chikitsa OPD also. The infra structure under OPD includes screening areas, patient waiting area, reception and registration area, Initial assessment room, OPD consultation rooms, OPD pharmacy, Child care room and children play area . The auxiliary services like pathology and biochemistry investigations, minor OT, ECG and X-ray are also available in the OPD. 

The services of consultants specialized in Kaya Chikitsa (General medicine), Panchakarma (Bio purificatory measures), Salyatantra (Surgery & Orthopedics), Shalakya tantra (Ophthalmology & ENT), Prasutitantra & Streeroga (Gync.& Obst.), and Kaumar bhritya (Pediatrics) are presently available in the OPD. OPD pharmacy have an ample stock of various classes of medicines which are distributed free of cost. The screening and follow up of patients recruited in various IMR/Collaborative projects of the council is also done at the OPD level. The institute has implemented AYUSH Hospital Management Information System (AHMIS) for registration and consultation.

Other than regular OPD services, various awareness classes are also conducted at OPD premises time to time. Some of them include classes on different themes of nutrition as a part of Poshan Maah celebrations, classes on various themes like cancer prevention, World Health Day, blindness prevention, blood donation etc.

The students in various courses conducted by the institute like Certificate Course in Panchakarma Therapy, Panchakarma Technician Course and house surgeons from various Ayurveda colleges across Kerala are also posted in the OPD under consultants as a part of their training program.

Inpatient Department (IPD)

The IPD, established in 1972-73, presently operates from the seven-storeyed hospital complex with a 60-bed capacity, including general wards, pay wards, and suite rooms. 24×7 medical, nursing, dietary, and security services are available.

Over the years, IPD care has benefited about 23,718 patients, covering a wide spectrum of ailments — musculoskeletal, neurological, autoimmune, respiratory, dermatological, reproductive, and metabolic disorders. Care extends across preventive, curative, rehabilitative, and rejuvenative domains. Committees oversee dietetics, infection control, and laundry services to maintain quality standards

Panchakarma Department

Panchakarma Department is equipped with 13 Panchakarma theatres, where treatments are carried out on shift basis for all in patients. All procedures are carried out by well-trained Panchakarma therapists under the supervision of experienced physicians, ensuring safety, hygiene, and high-quality care. Panchakarma department offer a wide range of procedures including, Udwartana (coarse powder massage), Abhyanga (oil massage), Snehapana (oral administration of medicated snehas such as ghee/oil), Swedana (sudation), Vamana (therapeutic emesis), Virechana (therapeutic purgation), Basti (medicated enema), Nasya (medication through nasal route), Shirodhara (therapeutic oil streaming overhead), Shirovasti (therapeutic retention of oil over head region), Dhoomapana (inhalation of smoke), Netra kriya kalpas (treatment for eye diseases), different types of bandages etc. During 2024-25 a total of 28763 procedures were carried out in Panchakarma department. More than 20,000 procedures were performed in Panchakarma department this year till February 2025. 

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Medicinal Plant Garden

The campus of the National Ayurveda Research Institute for Panchakarma (NARIP), Cheruthuruthy, is enriched with a wide variety of medicinal plants and trees of therapeutic importance.

The campus houses 232 trees belonging to 62 different medicinal species, all of which have been scientifically identified and documented. In addition, 102 medicinal plants representing 44 species are cultivated in pots and displayed across the campus. Each plant is accompanied by a name board presenting its scientific name, family, and regional (Malayalam) name, along with its main therapeutic indications. To further promote awareness and foster a cultural connection with nature, 27 Nakshatra Vrikshas (trees associated with the lunar constellations) are also displayed within the campus, linking traditional beliefs with botanical and Ayurvedic knowledge.

This initiative aims to create awareness among students, visitors, and the public about the identification and medicinal value of common herbal plants.

Department of Biochemistry and Pathology, NARIP, Cheruthuruthy

Biochemistry and Pathology Department provides scientific and technical support to the institute for achieving its goal. This department is a central dogma of the institute as it has a network with all other departments of the institute.

  1. Major Activities
  2. Carrying out of Biochemical and Hematological Investigations of OPD and IPD.
  3. Getting Research Grants and execution of Research Projects (IMR/EMR/RFD).
  4. Associating with Clinical Research Projects (IMR/RFD).
  5. Associating with Pre- Clinical (Experimental Animals) studies with Pharmacology.
  6. Associating research studies with Pharmacy and Chemistry Departments.
  7. Taking up of pilot scale research studies in institute level.
  8. Research on Medicinal plants for their Phyto chemical, Physico chemical and Bio Potency.
  9. Associating with Medical camps / Field visits of the institute.
  10. Department is engaged in academic activities such as giving classes for CCPT, CCMC, PTC students, Hands on training and Dissertation /project work for Post Graduate Science students.
  11. Project work / Summer Training programs for Basic / Life Science students of various Universities.

 

OPD/IPD Investigations Details

 2022- 2023: 33,917 Biochemical Investigations & 25,380 Pathology investigations Resource generated: Rs. 4, 67,628/–

2023 – 2024: 41,322 Biochemical Investigations & 24,314 Pathology investigations Resource generated: Rs. 5, 60,033/–

2024 – 2025: 40,600 Biochemical Investigations & 23,183 Pathology investigations Resource generated: Rs.5, 06,408/–

Note: Fee concessions for Research cases/BPL/Senior citizens as per norms

  1. Accreditations /Certifications

                Department of Biochemistry and Pathology got NABL Accreditation ISO 15189:2022 “Medical Laboratories – Requirements for Quality and Competence” in the field of ‘Medical Testing’.

Issue Date: 21.09.2024

Valid Until: 20.09.2026

Certificate number: MC – 6853

Scope: 23 Biochemical parameters

  1. Recently Completed Projects
  2. Evaluation of Hypolipidemic activity of Cardiospermum halicacabum Linn Leaf in Experimental
  3. Study on Biochemical Markers for Neuro- protective Role of Sarasvata Ghrita in Aluminum Chloride Induced Rat Model of Alzheimer’s Disease.
  4. Evaluation of Anti –depressant/ Anxiolytic / Nootropic effect of Panchagavya ghrita in experimentally induced stress in Rats.
  5. Ongoing Project
  6. Biochemical Effect of Trikatu Churna in Methimazole induced Experimental Hypothyroidism in Wistar Rats.
  7. Existing Facilities
  8. Fully Automated Biochemistry analyzer XL 640
  9. Electrolyte Analyzer EL 120
  10. 5 Part Hematology Analyzer H560
  11. Microscope
  12. UV spectrophotometer
  13. Semi-Automated Urine Strip Analyzer
  14. Elisa reader and washer- Lisa scan
  15. Refrigerated centrifuge 5804 R Eppendorf
  16. Fully Automated Chemiluminescence Immuno Analyzer Mispa i200.

Recent Publications:

  1. Thamizh Selvam N, Sudhakar D. Sarasvata Ghrita – An Ayurvedic Brain Tonic. The Antiseptic.2023; 120:38-39. ISSN: 0003-5998.
  2. Thamizh Selvam N, Reshma Anns Raju, Dr. Sanjayakumar YR, Dr. Srikanth ala, Dr. Sudesh N Gaidhani. Effect of Sarasvata Ghrita   – A classical Ayurvedic medicine on Neurochemical markers in Brain tissue of Alzheimer’s disease induced rat. Compendium Focal theme and memorial lectures and abstracts selected papers. Publisher- Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment. Prof. K.P. Sudheer. Ed. In Chief. 2023, Page 236. ISBN :978-81-953863-7-6.
  3. Thamizh Selvam N, Sudhakar D. Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics: An Overview. The Antiseptic. 2023; 120(5):29-31. ISSN: 0003-5998.
  4. Thamizh Selvam.N, Sudhakar. D. Role of Millets in Mental Health. Global Journal for Research Analysis. 2023;12 (7):178-179. ISSN:2277-8160.10.36106/gjra.
  5. Thamizh Selvam.N. Epigenetics in Human Health and Disease. The Antiseptic.2023; 120(9):19-22. ISSN: 0003-5998.
  6. Thamizh Selvam N, Reshma Anns Raju, Sanjaya Kumar YR, Srikanth Ala, Sudesh N Gaidhani. Influence of Sarasvata Ghrita (Classical Ayurvedic medicine) on Brain Derived Neurotropic Factor (BDNF) and Achetyl Choline esterase (AchE) level in Alzheimer’s Disease induced Rat. Abstracts- International Conference on Current Trends in Biological Sciences. March 2024. International Conference on Current Trends in Biological Sciences. March 2024.Mizoram.
  7. Thamizh Selvam N, Srikanth Ala, Sudesh N Gaidhani and Sanjaya Kumar YR. Neuroprotective and Antioxidant potential of Panchagavya ghrita (A classical Ayurvedic medicine) in Chronic Mild Stress (CMS) induced Wistar rats. Compendium Focal theme and memorial lectures and abstracts selected papers. Publisher- Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment. Prof. K.P. Sudheer. Ed. In Chief. 2025, Page 373.ISBN:978-81-965874-2-0
  8. Thamizh Selvam N. Book Chapter – Deep Learning in Disease Prediction: An Overview. Research in Life Science. Editors: Rose A.L., Yadav D.K.,Subbulakshmi P, Raosaheb H.S.IOT Academy Publishers.ISBN No. 978-93-48990-01-3February 2025. pp134-139.
  9. Thamizh Selvam N. Integrative approach of clinical nutrition and AYUSH System for sustainable public healthcare in India – Need of the hour. Book Chapter – Souvenir Abstract. Integrating Ayurvedic and Naturopathic nutrition principles in clinical practices. Editors: Dr.M. Pushpa Devi, Ms. N. Harinee, Mrs. Dharma Muthu Meenakshi. MR March 2025ISBN No.978-81-973424-1-7.
  10. Thamizh Selvam N. Integrative approach of clinical nutrition and AYUSH system for sustainable public health in India: An overview. Health 2025; 103(05):12-17. ISSN 0017-8861.

Recent Conference Presentations:

  1. Effect of Sarasvata Ghrita in Brain tissue of Alzheimer’s disease induced rat was presented at 35th Kerala Science Congress organized by Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology, Kuttikkanam, Idukki, Kerala. Organized by Kerala State Congress (KSC) Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment  (KSCSTE) ,KFRI, Peechi, Thrissur and Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology,Idukki, Kerala.2023
  2. Neuroprotective effect of Sarasvata Ghrita in Aluminium chloride induced Alzheimers disease rat models was presented at International Conference on Recent innovations in Health & Biological Sciences (ICRIHBS 2023) Organized by PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore, PSG Center for Academic Research & Excellence (PSG CARE) & Indian Immunological Limited, Hyderabad.2023.
  3. Advancements of 3R’s in Biomedical Research, Laboratory Animal Science and welfare : International Perspectives was presented at 11th International Conference of the Laboratory Animal Scientists Association (LASA) India organized by Laboratory Animal Scientists Association (LASA).JN Tata auditorium, National Science Seminar Complex, Indian Institute of Science (I I Sc), Bengaluru, India.2023.
  4. Traditional medicine system an Indian Perspective was presented at International Conference on Exploring the potential of Ayurveda in promoting the well-being of Human being, Animals Environment, Plants and Animals organized by JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysuru and South Kazakhstan Medical Academy, Kazakhstan.JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty. 2023.
  5. Presented a paper titled ‘Current National Health Policy and Potential of AYUSH system in Public health care in India’ at International Conference on Integration of Innovation, Research, and Pharmaceutical education. Organized by K.T.N College of Pharmacy, Chalavara, Palakkad Dt. & APSE. 2023.
  6. Presented a paper titled ‘Anxiolytic and Nootropic effect of Panchagavya ghrita in Chronic Mild Stress induced animal model.’ at International Conference on Integration of Innovation, Research, and Pharmaceutical education. Organized by K.T.N College of Pharmacy, Chalavara, Palakkad Dt. & APSE. 2023.
  7. Presented a paper titled ‘Herbal Drugs in Modern world-Issues and Challenges’ at International Conference on “Translational Research in Academic organizations: from Bench to bedside”. Organized by Prime College of Pharmacy, Palakkad in association with Indian Pharmacy Graduates Association. (Kerala State Branch) 2024.
  8. Presented a paper titled ‘Influence of Sarasvata Ghrita (Classical Ayurvedic medicine) on Brain Derived Neurotropic Factor (BDNF) and Achetyl Choline esterase (AchE) level in Alzhiemers Disease induced Rat’ at International Conference on Current Trends in Biological Sciences. organised by School of Life Sciences, Mizoram University and Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India 2024.
  9. Presented a paper titled ‘Research perspective in Traditional medicine systems: Recent development; at Faculty Development Programme on Empowering pharma educators: Exploring technological advances cutting –Edge Research and Entrepreneurial ventures. organized Prime College of Pharmacy, Palakkad 2024.
  10. Presented a paper titled ‘Nano-based drug delivery system for natural products – Recent advances and issues: Overview Nanoparticles’ at International Conference “Smart NextGen Nanomaterials for Sustainable Development of Energy and Environment – An Interdisciplinary Approach (ICSSE-2024.organised by Department of Physics, Dr.N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore in association with Asian Research Association, Tamil Nadu, India. 2024.
  11. Presented a paper titled ‘Effect of Panchagavya ghrita (A classical Ayurvedic Medicine) on Neurochemical biomarkers in Brain tissue of Stress induced Rats’ at 12th International Conference of Laboratory Animal Scientists’ Association (LASA), India, on “Harmonization of Management of Animal Facilities and Improving Quality of Research Animal Production” organised by ACTREC, Tata Memorial Centre, Navi Mumbai. Venue: CIDCO Exhibition and Convention Centre, Vashi, Navi Mumbai.2024
  1. ‘Changes in Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) level in Stress induced rats and Neuroprotective mechanism of Panchagavya ghrita’ was presented at National Conference on “Innovations and Emerging trends in Natural Therapeutics, Molecular Biological and Structural Analysis of Biomolecules” organized by PSG College of Arts & Science, Dept. of Biochemistry, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.2024
  1. ‘Neuroprotective and antioxidant potential of Panchagavya ghrita (a classical Ayurvedic medicine) in chronic mild stress (CMS) induced Wistar rats’ was presented at 37th Kerala Science Congress. Organized by Kerala State Council for Science and Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) at Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), Vellanikara, Thrissur, Kerala. 2025.
  1. ‘Recent trends in AYUSH system for sustainable public healthcare in India’ was presented at 3rd National Conference on Futuristic Trends in Biological Sciences for Sustainable Development. organized by Vivekananda Arts and Science College for Women, Sankagiri, Tamil Nadu.2025.
  1. Presented a paper titled ‘Role of Traditional medicine system in combating infectious disease’ at XVIII Louis Pasteur National Symposium on Alternative Medicine for Combating Infectious Diseases (AMCID). organized by N.G.P Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.2025.
  1. Presented a paper titled ‘Integrative approach of clinical nutrition and AYUSH System for sustainable public healthcare in India – Need of the hour’ at Integrating Ayurvedic and Naturopathic nutrition principles in clinical practices.Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. 2025.
  1. Presented a paper titled ‘AYUSH medicine system for promising and sustainable health care: Global Scenario’ at 4th International virtual conference on Emerging trends in chemical environmental and energy research (ICCEER 2025) organized by St. Peters Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu and ACE International Pte Ltd, Singapore.2025.
  1. Presented a paper titled ‘Recent developments in AYUSH research for global health.’ organized by UGC-MMTTC, University of Madras, Tamil Nadu.

 

GMP Certified Pharmacy

The Institute Pharmacy functions as a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)-certified production unit, dedicated to the preparation of high-quality Ayurvedic formulations. The pharmacy was established to ensure a consistent supply of authentic, safe, and effective Ayurvedic medicines for both clinical and research purposes.

Equipped with traditional and modern infrastructure, the pharmacy produces a diverse range of formulations, including Kwatha Choorna, Choorna, Taila, Ghritha, and other classical preparations. Each medicine is prepared strictly in accordance with classical Ayurvedic procedures and under rigorous quality control measures. Regular monitoring and adherence to GMP guidelines ensure that every formulation retains its therapeutic potency, purity, and standardization.

The pharmacy caters to the Outpatient (OPD) and Inpatient Department (IPD) of NARIP, ensuring an uninterrupted supply of essential medicines. It also plays a key role in supporting Intra-Mural Research (IMR) and collaborative projects, providing customized research-grade formulations.

The Institute Pharmacy exemplifies the seamless integration of traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and modern pharmaceutical quality assurance, standing as a model unit within the CCRAS network. Through its operations, it contributes significantly to the Institute’s mission of promoting evidence-based Ayurveda, ensuring accessibility to standardized formulations, and advancing scientific validation of traditional Ayurvedic medicines

A.  Major Activities

1.       Carrying out of Biochemical and Hematological Investigations of OPD and IPD.
2.       Getting Research Grants and execution of Research Projects (IMR/EMR/RFD).
3.       Associating with Clinical Research Projects (IMR/RFD).
4.       Associating with Pre- Clinical (Experimental Animals) studies with Pharmacology.
5.       Associating research studies with Pharmacy and Chemistry Departments.
6.       Taking up of pilot scale research studies in institute level.
7.       Research on Medicinal plants for their Phyto chemical, Physico chemical and Bio Potency.
8.       Associating with Medical camps / Field visits of the institute.
9.       Project work / Summer Training programs for Basic / Life Science students of various Universities.
10.     Providing theoretical and practical classes for CCPT trainees in the aspects of modern research tools
11.     Taking classes for Panchakarma Technician Students on Clinical Laboratory aspect
B.  Existing Facilities
i         Fully Automated Biochemistry analyzer XL 640
ii        Clinical Chemistry Analyzer EM 200
iii       5 Part Hematology Analyzer H560
iv       UV spectrophotometer
v        Semi-Automated Urine Strip Analyzer
vi       Microscope.

Department of Quality Control Laboratory – Drug Standardization Unit

National Ayurveda Research Institute for Panchakarma (NARIP), Cheruthuruthy

(Under Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences,

Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India)

About the Drug Standardization Unit

The Drug Standardization Unit (DSU)/ Department of Quality Control Laboratory at the National Ayurveda Research Institute for Panchakarma (NARIP), Cheruthuruthy, was established in 2010 with the vision of ensuring scientific validation and quality assurance of Ayurvedic medicines. Initially functioning under one Assistant Director, the unit expanded under various CCRAS-funded projects with the recruitment of Senior Research Fellows and contractual technical staff.

Presently, the unit comprises a team of members, including Research Officers, Research Assistants (Chemistry), Laboratory Technicians, and a Lab Attendant. The team is engaged in standardization, authentication, and quality control of single and compound Ayurvedic drugs through modern analytical approaches.

Infrastructure and Instrumentation

The Drug Standardization Unit (DSU)/ Department of Quality Control Laboratory is well-equipped with state-of-the-art analytical and phytochemical instrumentation, enabling comprehensive evaluation and standardization of Ayurvedic formulations in accordance with the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines.

The laboratory achieved National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) accreditation under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 in the year 2026 for chemical testing of physicochemical parameters.

The scope of accreditation includes:

  • Loss on Drying
  • Total Ash
  • Acid-Insoluble Ash
  • Alcohol-Soluble Extractive
  • Water-Soluble Extractive
  • pH (10% Aqueous Solution)
  • Uniformity of Weight

These parameters are evaluated as per API standards for Single Drugs/Medicinal Plants and their parts, as well as classical Ayurvedic dosage forms such as Kwatha Churnam, Churnam, Vati, and Gulika.

The laboratory is equipped with essential basic and select sophisticated instruments to perform physicochemical and physical testing parameters required for quality control and standardization of Ayurvedic formulations in compliance with API specifications.

Major Instruments:

  • FTIR Spectrophotometer
  • UV–Visible Spectrophotometer
  • High-Performance Thin Layer Chromatography (HPTLC)
  • High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
  • Trinocular and Stereo Microscopes
  • Rotary Vacuum Evaporators
  • Stability Chamber
  • Weighing Balance
  • Centrifuge
  • Melting Point Apparatus
  • Basic analytical and laboratory instruments for Physiochemical analysis of Ayurveda formulations

These facilities support the authenticity, purity, and quality assessment of raw drugs and finished formulations before their use in formulation preparation and clinical applications (OPD/IPD).

Core Activities and Research Focus

Since 2011, the Drug Standardization Unit has been actively engaged in:

  • Standardization of Single Drugs (various plant parts such as roots, leaves, stems, and rhizomes).
  • Physico-chemical Evaluation of Finished Formulations (Kwatha Churna, Churna, Taila, Ghrita, Capsules, Tablets).
  • Chromatographic Fingerprinting (TLC/HPTLC) and marker-based profiling for quality assurance.
  • Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Shelf-life Studies for Ayurvedic formulations.
  • Phytochemical isolation and characterization of active marker compounds from medicinal plants/Ayurveda formulations.

Major Accomplishments and Projects

  • Initiated standardization work on Amalakyadi Churna, Balacaturbhadrika Churna, Rasna Saptakam, and Jwarahara Churna (2011–2012).
  • Analyzed 176 samples of 53 single drugs and 48 samples of 14 formulations (2012–2013).
  • Completed physico-chemical analysis and API standardization of Neem Oil and Nimbatiktam powder/capsule.
  • Developed and prepared Nimbatiktam 200 mg Capsules under the CCRAS Project (2013–2019), supplying 3,000 capsules to peripheral institutes and 6,000 capsules to headquarters.
  • Between 2020–2025, analyzed over 1,500 samples covering 30 formulations and Ayush/herbal drugs for selected quality parameters.
  • Conducted isolation of marker compounds such as Curcumin, Embelin, Asiaticoside, and Arjunolic Acid from Curcuma longa, Embelia ribes, Centella asiatica, and Terminalia arjuna, respectively.
  • Maintains a Herbarium Repository of authenticated medicinal plant specimens for research and reference.

Completed IMR and Collaborative Projects

  1. Isolation of maker compounds of some selected medicinal plants
  2. Preparation of Nimbatiktakam Capsules
  3. QC Analysis and Estimation of Markers in polyherbal formulation ‘Jwarahara Kwatha Choornam (JKC)’ for the effective treatment of fever
  4. QC Analysis, Estimation of Markers/PRS & shelf life studies of AYUSH M3 and AYUSH SS Granules
  5. Development of SoP, Estimation of maker compounds in polyherbal formulation: Tryushnadi Guggulu-A Classical Ayurvedic formulation
  6. Development of quality Control protocols, identification, and estimation of major bioactive constituents of Ayurvedic Medicated oils ‘Murivenna’, ‘Durvadi kera’,Bhringamalakadi Kerataila
  7. Pharmaceutical development and characterization of karuthamarmani gutika/tablet/shirastod adi gutika/ table
  8. Pharmaceutical Standardization of Polyherbal Formulations MML Taila with Shelf-Life Study.

QC analysis and technical inputs to the IMR Projects

  1. Comparative evaluation of selected Ayurvedic pharmacopeial source plants and their substitute through experimental pharmacology
  2. Clinical Consensus Study for Developing the Standard Operating Procedures for Virechana
  3. A Clinical Consensus Study for developing the Standard Operating Procedure and practice guidelines for Basti Karma
  4. Evaluation of Brahami Ghirta in in-vitro and in-vivo models of Alzheimer’s disease
  5. The efficacy of Pratisaraniyakshara in the Management of Abhyantara Arsa (second degree haemorrhoids).

Key Achievements

  • Developed and standardized Nimbatiktam 200 mg Capsule formulation.
  • Submitted CTD Monograph on Piper longum to CCRAS.
  • Completed standardization of Ayurvedic oils, powders, and single drugs for pharmacognostic and analytical profiling.
  • Isolated and characterized key bioactive marker compounds from medicinal plants under IMR projects.

Awards and Recognitions

  • Best Oral Presentation Award (2021)
    Title: “Single Step Isolation and Technology Transfer Approach for the Extraction of Pure Andrographolide Crystal from Andrographis paniculata.”
    Event: National Conference on New Frontiers in Pharmaceutical Research, IGNTU, Amarkantak.
    Authors: Thirupataiah Boini, R.K. Maurya, L.N. Misro.
  • SFE – Prof. S.S. Handa Memorial Award (2024)
    Title: “Simultaneous HPTLC Analysis of Five Bioactive Markers in Jwarahara Kwatha Choorna: A Novel ICH-Guided Method for Quality Control.”
    Event: 11th International Convention of the Society for Ethnopharmacology (SECON 2024), Gangtok, Sikkim.
    Authors: Thirupataiah Boini, L.N. Misro, R.K. Maurya, R.V.R. Rajeesh, R.K.S. Rohit, Thulasi R., Preeti Sharma.

Publications

As of February 2026, the Drug Standardization Unit has published:

  • 13 Research Articles
  • 4 Review Articles
  • 8 Book Chapters
  • 1 Book
  • 11 Seminar/Conference Papers
  • Total 37 publications

Vision and Mission

To serve as a National Reference Centre for the scientific standardization of Ayurvedic medicines, integrating traditional knowledge with modern analytical science to ensure authenticity, efficacy, and safety of Ayurvedic formulations in alignment with global quality standards.

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