Scientific Validation of Bronchodilator, Anti-Histamine and Anti-Oxidant Activities of Siddha Herbo-Mineral Formulation “Nagarasingadhi Chooranam” in In-Vivo and In-Vitro Models.
Siddha system is one of the ancient traditional systems of medicine of our country compiled by the Siddhars. The term “Siddha” is derived from the word “Siddhi” that is Attainment of Perfection or Achievement of Heavenly bliss (1). Among all the system of medicine practised all over the world the Siddha system is undoubtedly the ancient,transcending many centuries.The traditional Siddha System of Medicine is not only used to cure, but also to prevent the onset of disease. It is the first and foremost system of medicine to emphasise health as the perfect state of physical, psychological, social and spiritual wellbeing component of human being, The trial drug Nagarasingadhi chooranam was selected from the classical Siddha literature, “Anuboga Vaidhiya Navaneedham (Part 8)” for the evaluation of safety and efficacy of the drug in Swasakasam (Bronchial asthma), The trial drug was identified and authenticated by the botanist and experts of Gunapadam. Since the trial drug, Nagarasingadhi chooranam purification processes and the drug was prepared according to the classical methods. The purification process of this drug possible to eliminates their toxins and increases its efficacy and the grinding process of this drug helps to change the particle size of the drug for its better bio availability
