The Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpanaat Atharva Ayurveda Medical College specializes in an advanced branch of Ayurveda. This discipline focuses on both the intricate processing of mercury and the preparation of medicines derived from a variety of natural sources. Our department boasts a well-equipped Rasashala, comprehensive teaching pharmacy labs, a dedicated Quality Control laboratory, modern machinery, and an extensive museum. We’re committed to continually upgrading our infrastructure to provide students with access to the latest resources. Our core mission is to empower students with the expertise to formulate Ayurvedic medicines for clinical practice and to cultivate the skills necessary for establishing their own Ayurveda pharmaceutical ventures.
Vision:
To emerge as a center of excellence in Rasashastra and BhaishajyaKalpana, adopting innovation, maintaining quality, and traditional wisdom in Ayurvedic pharmaceuticals.
Mission:
To develop, authentic and promote high-quality Ayurvedic medicines with traditional knowledge and integrating modern scientific advancements.
Key Focus Areas:
- Development and standardisation of mercury-based and other metallic preparations.Formulation and standardisation of Ayurvedic medicines, including churnas, vatis, and other dosage forms.Ensuring quality and safety of Ayurvedic medicines through qualified testing and analysis.Exploring new methodologies, improving existing processes and developing innovative products.Education and Training to students Providing high-quality education and training in Rasashastra and BhaishajyaKalpana
Goals:
- Excellence in Education: Provide high-quality education and training in Rasashastra and BhaishajyaKalpana.
- Research and Innovation: Conduct innovative research and development in Ayurvedic pharmaceuticals.
- Quality and Safety: Ensure quality and safety of Ayurvedic medicines.
- Traditional Knowledge: Preserve and propagate traditional knowledge of Rasashastra and BhaishajyaKalpana
Laboratory:
The Department of Rasashastra and BhaishajyaKalpanaprovide an impressive museum and laboratory setup, providing students with hands-on experience and exposure to traditional Ayurvedic pharmaceuticalspreparatios.
Museum:
- Exhibits: sufficient charts and raw drugs, including Maharasa, Uparasa, Sadharana Rasa, Dhatu, and other vargas
- Models: Sufficientmodels of different yantras (machines) used in Rasashastra
- Specimens: Display of various raw materials and finished products
Rasa Shala (Laboratory):
Well-equipped with modern instruments. Preparation of various Ayurvedic medicines, including:
- Ghrita (ghee-based preparations)
- Taila (oil-based preparations)
- Asava and Arishta (fermented preparations)
- Malahara,creams,soaps etc (topical preparations)
- Avaleha
- Vati (tablet-like preparations)
- Churna (powder preparations) etc are carried out efficiently
Quality Control Laboratory:
The Quality Control Laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure the quality and purity of Ayurvedic medicines. The laboratory is equipped with:
- Equipments:-Electronic weighing machine, Physical weighing balance, Pyrometer, etc
- Glassware: Test tube Flasks, Other necessary glass equipment for testing and analysis.
- All Necessary equipment for testing the physical, chemical, and pharmaceutical properties of Ayurvedic medicines
The Quality Control Laboratory is designed to:
- Test Raw Materials: Verify the quality and purity of raw materials used in Ayurvedic medicine preparation.
- Analyse Finished Products: Test the quality, potency, and purity of finished Ayurvedic medicines.
The laboratory’s equipment and facilities enable students and researchers to conduct thorough testing and analysis, ensuring the quality and efficacy of Ayurvedic medicines.