The Journal of Phytopharmacology, 2015;4(3):152-156 DOI:10.31254/phyto.2015.4305

Research Article

Preparation of Tuvaraka Taila by classical method and quality specifications thereon

Ravindra Angadi¹ , Shridhara Bairy² , Sunil Kumar KN³

Ravindra Angadi,Shridhara Bairy,Sunil Kumar KN

1. Associate Professor, SDM College of Ayurveda, Kuthpady, Udupi574118
2. Professor, SDM College of Ayurveda, Kuthpady, Udupi574118.
3. Senior Research Officer, Department of Pharmacognosy, SDM Centre for Research in Ayurveda and Allied Sciences, Kuthpady, Udupi, Karnataka574118, India

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Abstract

Seed oil extracted from matured fruits of Hydnocarpus pentandra known as Tuvaraka taila is one among the most trusted Ayurvedic treatment for all types of kushtha roga (skin diseases). The oil also known as chaulmoogra oil is a potential healer in modern therapeutics also. H. pentandra is an evergreen deciduous tree found in the Western Ghats. Extraction of the oil from dry seeds of Tuvaraka has been well documented in classical references. Proper extraction of oil from the seeds is essential to promote its therapeutic use. In this article, standard operating procedure for extraction of Tuvaraka taila and its chemical analysis as per prescribed analytical parameters is reported with suitable discussion. The method of extraction of oil in comination with the chemical analyses thereof will serve as quality control parameters to conclude standard operating procedures for Tuvaraka taila of Ayurveda.