AYU International, a quarterly journal publishes papers pertaining to original research, review articles, papers on concepts and historical background related to Ayurveda and associated systems and short communications of research in subjects of Ayurvedic interest. The authors are invited to submit manuscripts in duplicate to the Registrar, Chanakya Bhavan, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar -361008. The authors are to provide abstract not exceeding 200 words and key words not exceeding 10 words. Reference should be referred to by name and year (Harvard System) in the text at the end of the paper. References should be noted as completely as possible to enable the interested research workers to find original sources rapidly. While using the abbreviations of the journal titles, the authors are requested to follow the system used by Chemical Abstracts.

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PHYTOCHEMICAL INVERTIGATION OF Cyperus pangorai
AND ITS COPMARISON WITH Cyperus rotundus

Malati G. Chauhan *,   Hina k. Patel**,   K. N. Patel**

* Head, Department of Pharmacognosy, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, India.
** Department of Pharmacognosy , L.M. Collage of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad-380009, India.

Abstract :
In Gujarat, rhizomes of C.pangorei were found to be used as a substitute for C.rotundus. Comparative physicochemical evaluations of C. pangorei and C.rotundus were carried out. Anti-inflammatory activities of petroleum ether extracts of these drugs were also compared.

AN INVESTIGATION ON THE ANTI-INFLAMMATORY ACTIVITY
OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF Strobilanthes heyeanus
NEEDS STEM IN RATS

B. Ravishankar*, V.J. Shukla*, H. G. Makwana*, D.D. Santani**, M.Rambabu***, K. Sushruta***

IPGT&RA , Gujarat Ayurved University, * JAMNAGAR (Gujarat State)
L.M. Collage of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad-380009, India.**
R&D Center Laila Impex *** VIJAYWADA (AP)

Abstract:
Preliminary studies had shown significant anti-inflammatory activity in the aqueous ectract of stem of strobilanthes heyneanus method in the name of sahachara in Kerala. The resent study was undertaken to elucidate the probable mechanism of the observed anti-inflammatory activity. The extract was screened in different experimental models representing different phases of inclammation. In addition effect on certain biochemical parameters which are relevent to the study was also recorded. Date obtained during the study indicated that the extract produces its effect by modulating all the three phases of inflammation. It inhibits fluid and cell exudation and suppresses granulation tissue formation. It enhances lysosomal membrane stabilization and modulates hydroxyproline formation indicating that it interferes with the formation of connective tissue. It does not seems to possess DMRAD effect.

DEVELOPMENT OF HERBAL DRUGS / AYURVEDIC DRUGS BASED ON
ETHNOMEDICAL LEADS AND ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL STUDIES

G. Sreekandan Nair

Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute,
Palode, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 562.

Abstract :
Many invaluble plant drugs could find a place in these folk/tribal medical practices of Kerala. Scientific studies on thses plants could lead to the development of invaluable, but inexpensive drugs for many diseases. Studies carried out at TBGRI have identified 4 species as potential hepatoprotective agents against chemical induced liver damage in rats. Since trichopus zeylanicus has adaptogenic properties, this plants has been evaluated for its antihepatotoxic and choleretic activities in rats.

PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNIQUE RELATING TO Ksharasutra -
A Medicated Thread

Kulwant Singh

IPGT&RA , Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar GUJARAT.

Abstract :
Ksharasutra preparation has been described in all the ancient books of Ayurveda as caustic thread not only for the treatment of sistula-in-ano but also those conditions which demands gradual excision of overgrown soft tissues. These essential factor to permit a healthy healing pattern. In this way Ksharasutra has wide application in a number of surgical conditions which often pose problems for the patient and also for the surgeon. This has specific role in the common ano-rectal conditions like piles, fissure and fistula. Therefore, a detailed write-up covering all the practical aspects of Ksharasutra, particularly in ano-rectal conditions is presented. The pharmaceutical technique invoved in the preparation of Ksharasutra together with its ingredients is highlighted.