Vol. 8, Issue 2, Part C (2022)

Abstract
Ayurveda is a branch of life sciences which deals with study of total human existence. Ayurvedic medications are studied under the branch of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana. In Rasashastra formulations are prepared by using minerals, animal products and toxic herbominerals. While in Bhishajya Kalpana preparations are done by using herbs and animal origin products like milk, urine, bones etc. On the basis of external form formulations can be divided in 1. Solid preparations like Tablets, powders etc. 2. Liquid preparations like Syrup, Decoction etc.3. Semi solid like cream, Avaleha, Lepa etc.4. Gaseous or fumes like Dhupana, medicated smokes