A Comprehensive Literary Review on the Effect of Amlaki (Emblica Officinalis, Gaertn) in Mandagni
Author : Dr. Amalendu Pal and Dr. Chanchal Roy
Abstract :
There are so many herbs have been used in the management of Mandagni. Amlaki is very common herb, used by vaidyas in different conditions, including problems of digestion. The Amlaki (Emblica officinalis, Gaertn) has been designated as a “Rasayan” and “Vayasthapak” and is highly effective towards preventive, nutritive, curative aspect. Recent studies show antioxidant property in Amlaki fruits. It is also maintain normal gastric secretion without adverse effect even if used for a longer period. It is most efficacious medicine in acid peptic disorder in all ages. In present study different Ayurvedic literature of the Vedic period, Samhita period, Samgraha period and modern era has been reviewed to collect information regarding the properties, action and therapeutic uses, and those have been furnished here in a methodical manner, and finally a conclusion has been made regarding its effectiveness on Mandagni. The aims and objectives of this study is to focus the knowledge of pharmacodynamics of Amlaki on the scholar and practitioner of this field to encourage them towards the use of said herbs in different digestive problems.
Keywords :
Amlaki, Mandagni, Rasayan, Dhatri etc.
