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Ayurveda NewsF O R T H E D O C T O R S O F T O M O R R O W Vol. 9 • Oct–Dec 2013 Q4

Inside 2 Editorial

3 Campus Buzz

4 Herbal Infoline

5 Product Infoline

7 Journal Infoline

8 PGET Infoline

10 Career Guide

14 Special Feature

16 Good to Know

17 Brain Teasers

18 Crossword

19 Laughter, the Best Medicine

A P u b l i c a t i o n o f T h e H i m a l a y a D r u g C o m p a n y

The Government Ayurveda College of Trivandrum celebrated its 125th anniversary on October 17, 2013.

Established by the ruling family of erstwhile Travancore in 1889 as a ”patashala,” this institution was later transformed and developed into an Ayurveda college. Affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences, today, the institution has 15 departments offering undergraduate programs and 12 postgraduate programs. The college has about 1500 students, 85 teaching staff, 20 scientific staff, and 190 nonteaching staff. It is a recognized research center for pursuing research leading to a PhD from the University of Kerala; the college also offers BAMS, MD/MS, and paramedical courses.

The main campus of the college is in the heart of the city and comprises an academic block, library, hospital, pharmacy, Drug Standardization Unit, Publication Division, and offices of the Principal and Administration. Adjoining the main campus, the second campus houses the ladies’ hostel, official quarters, and Arogya Bhavan. The third campus at Poojapura includes the Panchakarma Hospital complex, 3 postgraduate departments, pharmacognosy unit,

Trivandrum’s Government Ayurveda College Turns 125

medicinal plants garden, Snake Park, and men’s hostel. The fourth campus, also situated at Poojapura, has the women and children hospital complex.

The library can accommodate 300 learners; it has over 25,000 books, 1000 thesis, 60 journals, periodicals and audio-visuals, and e-learning and Internet services. The hospital has 550 beds with 100% occupancy throughout the year. The herbal garden rears about 400 species of medicinal plants. The Drug Standardization Unit houses a number of sophisticated and high end research instruments that are used for advanced drug research.

The 125th anniversary celebrations was a year-long program that according to Dr PK Asok, principal of the college, included public health initiatives, workshops, national and international seminars, literary and scientific discourses, cultural meets, exhibitions, and other programs. Health Minister Mr VS Sivakumar hoisted the flag and Mayor K Chandrika inaugurated a 125 sapling-planting program.

Source: The Hindu. October 15, 2013.

Editorial

Philipe Haydon Chief Executive Officer The Himalaya Drug Company

Dear students,

The field of herbal medicine has been showing exponential growth in recent years, in spite of growing access to modern medicine, especially in India. Experts predict that the Indian herbal industry is likely to double from R 7500 crore to R 15,000 crore by 2015. The rich heritage of this traditional system of medicine, vast plant biodiversity, and huge knowledge base hold India at a prominent position in the global scenario of herbal sector.

Spreading knowledge through providing quality education is beyond doubt making a significant contribution to the growth of this industry. Presence of eminent Ayurveda colleges and institutes across the country, such as the 125-year-old Government Ayurveda College in Trivandrum, stands as a testimony to this.

Students, foster your minds to constantly learn, research, and update your knowledge bank. This is imperative for the growth and propagation of this wonderful system of medicine, in India and at an international level.

Good luck and happy reading!

Facts & Figures

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• Only50%ofIndianpopulationusesatoothbrushandjust2%ofthepopulation visits the dentist regularly.1

• InIndia,lessthan2%dentistsareavailablefor72%ofruralpopulation.1

• Globally,about30%ofpeopleaged65to74yearshavenonaturalteeth.2

• Severeperiodontaldisease,resultingintoothloss,isfoundin15%to20%of middle-aged (35–44 years) adults, worldwide.2

• Dentinalhypersensitivity(DH)isapainfulclinicalconditionwithanincidence ranging from 4% to 74%, globally.2

• 60%to90%ofschoolchildrenworldwidehavedentalcaries.3

References1. National Oral Health Programme. http://nohp.org.in/aboutus/NOHP.aspx. Accessed September 20, 2013.

2. World Health Organization. http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs318/en/index.html. Accessed August 13, 2013.

3. FDI World Dental Federation. http://www.fdiworldental.org/media/22103/eng_world_oral_health_day.pdf. Accessed September 20, 2013.

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Volleyball Matches for Students of SVAC, Rahuri

The Himalaya Drug Company conducted a debate competition on “Freedom From the Past: Needs and Challenges to Contemporize Ayurveda” on August 21, 2013 for undergraduates of Shri Basaveshwar Vidya Vardhak Sangha Ayurved Medical College, Bagalkot, Karnataka (BVVSAMC).

The jury panel comprised eminent doctors including Dr Vijay Kumar (Department of Shalya Tantra, Shri Vijay Mahantesh Ayurvedic Medical College, Ilkal, Karnataka [SVMAMC]), Dr S Kulkarni (Department of Dravya Guna, BVVSAMC), and Dr Prasanth

Debate Competition on Contemporizing Ayurveda

The Himalaya Drug Company arranged volleyball matches for the students of Shri Vivekananda Ayurved College, Rahuri, Maharashtra on October 15, 2013.

More than 150 students and 20 faculty members witnessed the spectacular sports event. The winners were awarded in the post-match presentation ceremony. Jivaka

(Department of Kaya Chikitsa, AV Samiti’s Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Bijapur, Karnataka [AVM]).

Ms Chaitra (BVVSAMC) won the first prize and received Dr Morepen weighing scale; Ms Satyasmitha (SVMAMC), the second prize winner, received the book Indian Medicinal Plants; Mr Aglak (AVSAMC), the third prize winner, received a graduate starter kit; and Ms Teja D was rewarded with Philip Persio wrist watch for being an audience poll winner. All other contestants received Haversack bags as a token of participation.

and Ayurvisharada awards were also distributed to the recepients, Dr Vrushali Sonawane and Dr Gauri Jagtap, respectively, in the presence of eminent board members of the college. The audience was briefed on the objectives and success story of Himalaya’s Ayurvedic Medical College Connect Programs conducted across the country.

First Prize Winner Second Prize Winner Third Prize Winner

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hadjodLatin name: Cissus quadrangularis

English name: Winged treebine

Sanskrit name: Asthishrinkhala/Asthisamharaka

Cissus quadrangularis is a perennial climber growing to a height of 1.5 m. This succulent vine is found in the tropical regions of Asia and Africa. Leaves are simple or lobed, ovate or reniform; tendrils are simple; flowers are small and greenish-white; fruits are globose or obovoid and dark purple to black. The plant possesses antimicrobial, antioxidative, and anti-osteoporotic activities; it is widely used for its potent fracture-healing property.1

A study to assess the effect of phytoestrogen-rich fraction separated from aerial parts of C quadrangularis on osteoporosis in rats showed statistically significant increase in bone thickness, bone density, and bone hardness. A vital increase in serum vitamin D3 and blood calcium confirms the anti-osteoporotic activity of C quadrangularis.2

In another study, the ethanolic extract of C quadrangularis indicated its positive regulation on the proliferation, differentiation, and matrix mineralization of human osteoblasts such as Saos-2 cells.3

References1. Mishra G, et al. Int J Pharm Tech

Res. 2010;2(2):1298–1310.2. Aswar UM, et al. Indian J

Pharmacol. 2012;44(3):345–350.3. Muthusami S, et al. J Cell

Biochem. 2011;112(4):1035–1045.

Today, changes in lifestyle and more leisure time with modernization

are leading to increased prevalence of fractures and osteoporosis, worldwide. Modern medicine as well as Ayurveda has been constantly researching and presenting new medicines to treat these disease conditions.

hadjod Himalaya is giving us a new hope for dealing with bone problems, especially fractures. I am prescribing hadjod from past 8 months for acute fractures, nonunions, delayed unions, and osteoporosis. I have prescribed the drug to my patients at a dosage of 2 tablets BID for at least 3 months. After a period of 6 weeks, skiagram showed a good union sign in the concerned bone.

I am really thankful to The Himalaya Drug Company for formulating drugs beneficial to patients. I hope the company continues to research and develop such drugs in future too.

Dr Uttam Garg Delhi

I have been prescribing hadjod Himalaya to my patients and observed that it gives excellent results in fracture healing. The drug is economical too.

Dr Gauswami HK Palanpur, Gujarat

I have prescribed hadjod Himalaya in fracture and nonunion cases. I have observed good results in terms of early union of fractures and good tolerability in patients. It is a reliable product for long-term treatment.

Dr Bhupesh R Chappan Ahmedabad, Gujarat

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HiOra®-K (MOUTHWASH)

For sensitive teeth and halitosis

HiOra-K mouthwash is a phytopharmaceutical, zero alcohol dental formulation recommended for sensitive teeth. HiOra-K mouthwash helps in reducing the pain associated with sensitive teeth. HiOra-K mouthwash acts against various species of oral pathogens that cause tooth and gum disease. HiOra-K mouthwash maintains oral hygiene and ensures healthy teeth and gums.

Composition Each gram of HiOra-K mouthwash contains:

Pdrs.Suryakshara (Potassium nitrate) ....................................... 50 mg

Peppermint satva (Mentha piperita) ...................................2 mg

OilsTailaparnah (Eucalyptus globulus) .......................................1 mg

Tvak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) .........................................1 mg

Jatiphala (Myristica fragrans) ............................................ 0.5 mg

Misreya (Foeniculum vulgare) ........................................... 0.5 mg

Barbari (Ocimum basilicum) .............................................. 0.3 mg

Lavanga (Syzygium aromaticum) ..................................... 0.1 mg

Indications• Dentinalhypersensitivity/

sensitive teeth

• Halitosis

Directions for use Take 15 ml of mouthwash. Rinse mouth thoroughly for 30 seconds and expel. Use twice daily.

HiOra®-K (TOOTHPASTE)

For comprehensive management of sensitive teeth and gums

HiOra-K toothpaste is a phyto-pharmaceutical formulation recommended for sensitive teeth and gums.

HiOra-K toothpaste desensitizes sensitive teeth, occludes open dentinal tubules, and strengthens the gums. HiOra-K toothpaste also maintains and improves overall oral health and hygiene.

Composition Each gram of HiOra-K toothpaste contains:

Exts.Palakya (Spinacia oleracea) ................................................. 10 mg

Triphala .........................................................................................6 mg

Trikatu ...........................................................................................4 mg

Pdrs.Suryakshara (Potassium nitrate) ....................................... 50 mg

Yashada bhasma (Zinc oxide) ............................................ 10 mg

OilsTvak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) .........................................3 mg

Lavanga (Syzygium aromaticum) .........................................3 mg

Indication • Dentinalhypersensitivity/sensitive

teeth

Directions for use Brush twice daily till symptoms subside.

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HiOra® (MOUTHWASH – REGULAR)

Kills germs, tones gums & refreshes mouth

HiOra mouthwash is a phytopharmaceutical, zero alcohol dental formulation recommended for maintaining and enhancing oral health and hygiene. HiOra mouthwash contains astringents that help improve gum health.

Composition Each gram of HiOra mouthwash contains:

Exts.Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) ........................................................................... 10 mg

Nagavali (Piper betle)............................................................................................ 10 mg

Pilu (Salvadora persica)...........................................................................................5 mg

Pdrs.Peppermint satva (Mentha piperita) .............................................................. 1.6 mg

Yavani satva (Trachyspermum ammi) ............................................................ 0.4 mg

OilsGandhapura taila (Gaultheria fragrantissima) ............................................ 1.2 mg

Ela (Elettaria cardamomum) ...........................................................................0.20 mg

Indications• Plaque control

• Gingivitis

• Halitosis

Directions for use Take 15 ml of mouthwash. Rinse mouth thoroughly for 30 seconds and expel. Use twice daily.

Chiropex® (CREAM)

For comprehensive management of plantar xerosis

Chiropex cream is a topical phytopharmaceutical formulation recommended for effective management of plantar xerosis and fissure feet. Chiropex contains natural moisturizing ingredients, essential fatty acids, and vitamin E and easily gets absorbed into dry skin. Chiropex helps the skin retain moisture and relieves dryness and itching. Regular application of Chiropex heals cracks and fissures, smoothens and softens the skin. Chiropex is nongreasy and nonstaining.

CompositionEach gram of Chiropex cream contains:

Madhu (Honey) ..................................................................................................... 10 mg

OilsAtasi (Linum usitatissimum) ............................................................................... 20 mg

Karanja (Pongamia pinnata) ...........................................................................7.50 mg

Barbari (Ocimum basilicum) ...........................................................................1.20 mg

Jambira (Citrus limon) ...................................................................................... 0.40 mg

Ushira (Vetiveria zizanioides) ......................................................................... 0.40 mg

Indication• Plantar xerosis

Directions for useAfter washing and drying the feet, a small quantity of Chiropex cream should be applied gently on affected areas in a circular motion. Recommended twice daily for best results.


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Global Ayurveda

Journal InfolineInternational Ayurvedic Medical Journal (IAMJ)Periodicity: Monthly Subscription: Open access

International Ayurvedic Medical Journal (IAMJ), the peer reviewed online journal, gives a complete scientific and validated knowledge under one roof for the modern ayurvedic generation as well as other medical fraternity. The journal publishes full length original papers and reviews on Ayurveda, allied disciplines, and all forms of traditional medicines. The journal provides an interdisciplinary platform for linking traditional knowledge with the latest advancements in science.

Apart from publishing peer reviewed scientific articles, IAMJ provides a platform where interested patients can go for online consultation with the experts in different branches of Ayurveda.

The journal also comprises information regarding the upcoming events in the field of Ayurveda. Furthermore, your articles/case studies could be featured in this distinguished journal which probably helps entire ayurvedic and other interdisciplinary fraternity.

For more details log on to http://www.iamj.in

Southern California University (SCU) of Health SciencesSouthern California University (SCU) of Health Sciences, located at California, trains individuals for successful and significant careers in patient care. It offers 2 levels of ayurvedic certificate programs namely, Ayurvedic Wellness Educator (600 hours) and Ayurvedic Practitioner (1500 hours). SCU, which offers programs known for its excellence, leadership, integrity, learning effectiveness, and evidence-based approach, holds weekend and online education modules also.

Faculty members at SCU are ayurvedic doctors with years of research, clinical, and teaching experience, which makes it the perfect destination for higher education. The SCU educates students as competent, caring, and successful healthcare practitioners of integrative medicine.


Contact address: 16200 E Amber Valley Dr, Whittier CA 90604, USA

Contact number: (562) 947-8755/ (800) 221-5222 (toll free)

E-mail: [email protected]

Web site: http://scuhs.edu

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ePGET Infoline comprises objective type multiple-choice questions and answers* to help you in the preparation of postgraduate entrance examinations. In this issue, we feature questions from Bhaisajya Kalpana Vijnanam.

Bhaisajya Kalpana Vijnanam

*Answers on page 18


1) All of the following drugs should be used in fresh state excepta. Guduchi and Kutaja

b. Kushmanda and Shatavari

c. Vasa and Guduchi

d. Pippali and Madhu

2) According to Sarangadhara, one tula is equal toa. Hundred karshas

b. Hundred mashas

c. Hundred palas

d. Hundred gunjas

3) Tubers should be collected in the season ofa. Vasanta ritu

b. Sharad ritu

c. Hemanta ritu

d. Varsa ritu

4) According to Charaka, Shankha pushpi should be used as Medhya in the form ofa. Kshira paka

b. Puta paka swarasa

c. Kalka

d. Srita

5) According to Charaka Samhita, Shresta mana isa. Kalinga mana

b. Magadha mana

c. Both the manas

d. None of these

6) In literatures, Shadvidha kasaya kalpana was mentioned bya. Acharya Charaka

b. Acharya Sushruta

c. Acharya Sharagandhara

d. None of these

7) All of the following are included in Shadanga paniya excepta. Parpataka and Musta

b. Ushira and Chandana

c. Udichya and Sunthi

d. Dhanyaka and Tumburu

8) According to Sushruta, virechana dravyas should be collected froma. Prithvi, agni, bhuyishta bhumi

b. Agni, akasa, bhuyishta bhumi

c. Prithvi, jala, bhuyishta bhumi

d. None of these

9) All of the following fruits should be collected in Supakva state except:a. Amalaki phala

b. Bilva phala

c. Kadali phala

d. Kashmarya phala

e. None of these

10) All of the following are included in kashaya yoni except:a. Madhura kashaya

b. Amla kashaya

c. Lavana kashaya

d. Tikta kashaya

e. Kasaya kashaya

11) All of the following are included in saptavidha kashaya kalpana as per Kashyapa except:a. Churna Sita kashaya

b. Swarasa, Phanta

c. Kalka, Kwatha

d. Abhishava

e. None of these

12) As per Sarangdhara Samhita, the dose of Swarasa preparations in general isa. Half pala

b. One and a half pala

c. Two and a half palas

d. Three and a half palas

13) Which of the following is suitable to extract the juice of putapakva svarasa kalpana?a. Vasa patra

b. Tulasi patra

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c. Ardraka

d. None of these

14) All of the following useful parts of herbs should be collected in Sharadritu excepta. Twak (Stem bark)

b. Kanda (Rhizome)

c. Kshira (Latex)

d. Mula (Root)

15) According to Charaka, Sara should be collected in the season ofa. Varsha and Vasanta ritu

b. Grisma and Sisira ritu

c. Varsha and Sarad ritu

d. Hemanta ritu

16) According to Sarangadhara, general dose of Putapaka swarasa isa. One pala

b. Two palas

c. Half pala

d. One and a half pala

17) The ratio of drug, milk, and water (drug:milk:water) used in Kshirapaka kalpana isa. 1:8:64

b. 1:8:32

c. 1:8:16

d. 1:4:16

18) According to Charaka, Mandukaparni should be used for Medhya purpose in the form ofa. Kvatha (decoction)

b. Kalka (paste)

c. Swarasa (juice)

d. Churna (powder)

19) Bhavana dravya of Shankha vati isa. Nimba svarasa

b. Narikela jala

c. Nimbu svarasa

d. Amalaki svarasa

20) Which of the following preparations is relatively “guru” in nature?a. Swarasa kalpana

b. Putapaka swarasa kalpana

c. Phanta kalpana

d. Hima kalpana

21) Dadima puta paka swarasa is used ina. Hridroga

b. Raktapitta

c. Atisara

d. Visama jwara

22) Bhavana dravya of Rajah pravartini vati isa. Bhringaraja svarasa

b. Ardraka svarasa

c. Kanya svarasa

d. Amalaki svarasa

23) The quantity of Madhu, guda, etc, added to Swarasa as praksepa dravya isa. One Pala

b. One Karsa

c. One Sana

d. One Masa

24) Bhavana dravya used in the preparation of Sanjivani vati isa. Gokshira (cow’s milk)

b. Gomutra (cow’s urine)

c. Ajakshira (goat’s milk)

d. Ajamutra (goat’s urine)

25) The general dose of the following preparations is 2 palas as per Sarangadhara excepta. Kwatha kalpana

b. Phanta kalpana

c. Pramathya kalpana

d. Hima kalpana

e. Putapaka swarasa kalpana

26) Usual dose of kalka preparations as per Sarangadhara Samhita isa. One pala

b. One karsha

c. One kudava

d. One prastha

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Career Avenues for BAMS GraduatesBachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), an integrated degree of traditional Ayurveda and modern medicine, opens up many opportunities for graduates of this field. BAMS graduates can register themselves in the Ayurveda boards administered by central/state governments and practice under any Ayurveda medical services or choose from any of the below options.


• Clinical Practice: BAMS graduates can practice as doctors anywhere in India. Before setting up your own clinics, work with senior practitioners for 1 to 2 years for better exposure. An additional diploma/certificate course in panchakarma, yoga, ayurvedic dietetics, counseling, physiotherapy can add value to your practice.

• Medical Officer/Health Supervisor: You can work as a medical officer in Employees State Insurance (ESI) hospitals, central govermnent health service, state government Ayurveda and municipal corporation hospitals or private ayurvedic medical colleges and hospitals.

• Research Officer: You can be appointed as Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in government organizations like Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Medicinal Plant Boards.

• Pharmaceutical Industries: Herbal pharmaceutical companies can recruit you as product managers to manage product promotions and salesforce and interact with doctors and retail pharmacies.

• You could be a part of the drug manufacturing sector, which involves production of ayurvedic medicines, cosmetics, and food products.

• Investigating clinical trials in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies is also an option.

• You could also take up cultivation of medicinal plants and trading of raw materials (powder, extract, oil forms).

• Teaching Opportunities: Teaching in Ayurveda and medical colleges, taking private tuitions, organizing workshops to teach Kshara Sutra, Agnikarma, Panchakarma are some options.

• Healthcare IT: Several healthcare ventures provide opportunities in clinical research, clinical data management, pharmacovigilance, etc.

Other avenues include medical tourism, medical transcription, medical event management, medical journalism, medical photography and documentation, and healthcare management in nongovermental organizations (NGOs). With a degree in law (LLB), you can become a legal medical advisor and work in intellectual property rights and medical jurisprudence cases.

Also, after an experience of at least 2 years in the production of pharmaceutical products, you could apply for drug manufacturing license and open up your own pharmacy/manufacturing unit.

References 1. Liveayurved. http://www.liveayurved.com/job-

oppurtunities-after-bams.shtml. Acessed July 8, 2013.

2. PubMed Central. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2996581/. Accessed July 8, 2013.

3. Infinite Thoughts. http://thoughtsinfinite1234.blogspot.in/2007/05/someone-asked-me-about-career-options.html. Accessed July 8, 2013.

4. News Track India. http://www.newstrackindia.com/information/view/careers/ayurvedaasacareeroptions.html. Accessed July 8, 2013.

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Sainath Ramchandra Pitre 1260, Kasarwadi road A/P Kolgaon, Sawantwadi Sindhudurg 416510 Phone: 09403559577 E-mail: [email protected]

Sainath Pitre is a student of Bhaisaheb Sawant Ayurved Mahavidyalay , Sawantwadi,

Maharashtra and has immense passion for wild life photography. Few of his magnificent works are presented below. In addition to this hobby, Sainath is well-versed with the ability to handle snakes and is famously known as “Sarpmitra” in his locality.

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Winners of Infoline Quiz*Hearty Congratulations !

*Vol.8•Apr–Jun2012•Q2

Winners who have not received their prizes may inform us at: [email protected]


SI No.

College Name and Address Winners

1 Dr N.R.S. Govt. Ayurvedic College, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh Ravi Kumar, Adarsh M, Priyanka N, Madhuri M, Priyanka GV

2 Dr B.R.K.R. Govt. Ayurvedic College, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh Suhrutha A, Balakrishna P, Vishwanath B, Srivani M, Mothukuri Sameera

3 Govt. Ayurvedic College, Guwahati, Assam Pallavi Das

4 Rajiv Lochan Ayurvedic College, Durg, Chattisgarh Anil Kumar Patel, Kiran Sahu, Dipti Chandruker, Madhawi Pandey, Vidha Soni

5 Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Shiroda, Goa Kiran Anant Neman, Chaitali Bhagwat, Richa Atul Pitre, Amoli

6Govt. Akhandanand Ayurved College & Hospital, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Dodiya Grishma J, Shah Maulik J, Dargi Hardik C, Thakkar Nisha A, Prajapati Trupti P

7 Govt. Ayurvedic College, Baroda, Gujarat Patel Akruti, Mungpara Ekta N, Kasundra Varsha K, Adhyaru Vrushti P, Kubariya Dara M

8 Shri B.H. Ayurved College, Lodra, GujaratShruti D Vinchhi, Harchandani Nisha H, Rathaur Madhav B, Undhad Dhaval B, Raval Hardik Ambalal

9 J.S. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Nadiad, GujaratPatel Nikunj Mahavirbhai, Rutu P Savalia, Jagani Binal R, Saiyed Mohammad Hanif A, Kalara Bhavin Kumar S

10 C.D.L. College of Ayurveda, Jagadhri, Haryana Sugamdhar Varma, Garima Chauhan, Arti Kataria, Dheerja Syan, Ruchika Sharma

11 Gaur Brahman Ayurvedic College, Rohtak, Haryana Monika Poonika, Ritu Kumari, Mamta Rani, Uma, Preeti

12 Shri Baba Mast Nath Ayurvedic College, Rohtak, Haryana Dr Sumita, Swifa, Dr Payal Saini, Tarun Sain, Robin

13 Govt. Ayurvedic Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka Satish SV, Dr Channa Basavana Gowda, Rachana HC, Seema BM, Shalini SK

14 S.K.S. Ayurvedic Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka Sruthi Das T, Nithya PR, Triveni C, Bhavana D, Ambili VP

15Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science & Research, Bangalore, Karnataka

Vipin TA, Vrinda AK, Dr Aravind, Shruti Kapadia, Priyankan PS

16 Taranath Govt. Ayurvedic Medical College, Bellary, KarnatakaDeepika HB, Aqeeb Javeed, Litha Thankachand, Supriya Araganji, Poornima Aramandaka

17 Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Hubli, Karnataka Hampamma Durgad, Rachitkiran, Sharath S Katageri, Akhila S, Monisha M

18 S.V.M. Ayurvedic Medical College, Ilkal, KarnatakaMohammed Iqbal M Mundas, Santosh S Pujari, Attar Mehboob I, Patil Shashidhar Swaminath, Alis A Gafur Jamadar

19 Govt. Ayurvedic Medical College, Mysore, Karnataka Chaitrika GK, Kavya SB, Rakshith EO, Sahana Santosh Shet, Bharat SM

20 J.S.S. Ayurved Medical College, Mysore, Karnataka Ranganatha K, Dr Nanda K O, Suresh S L, Sushma M, Sudharshan S

21 Bapuji Ayurvedic Medical College, Shimoga, Karnataka Himani Bizelwan

22 Govt. Ayurveda College, Kannur, Kerala Devisree C, Akhilaretnam A, Dr Sajida A Salam, Aswin Sreedhar M, Dr Revathy Joy

23 Govt. Ayurvedic Medical College, Gwalior, Madhya PradeshPrashant Singh Bhadauria, Bhavna Dubey, Garima Singh Suryavanshi, Dr Monika Sharma, Sarvjeet Sharma

24Govt. Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

Reshu Rathore, Saurabh Singh

25 Govt. Ayurvedic College & Hospital, Rewa, Madhya PradeshBhoopendra Singh Jadav, Sardar Malviya, Sharda Choudhary, Dr Nilesh Patel, Alok Singh

26 S.G. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Amravati, Maharashtra Sapna Sukhdeoji Gandhi

27 Ayurvedic Medical College, Kolhapur, MaharashtraRohini Omshankar Hulgeri, Londhe Neelambari, Shailesh Bharti, Godambe Priyanka D, Shaikh Shabbit Shaikh Farid

28 Govt. Ayurved College, Osmanabad, MaharashtraRamji Manohar, Kharat Pranjali Baliram, Bansode Vaishali B, Awad Ankush Sukhdev, Yadav Sushilkumar Hanumanth

29 Dr D.Y. Patil Ayurved College, Pune, Maharashtra Nitin Dani, Sherla Rohit B, Vaibhav Gadge, Amit Yadav, Akshay Khandve

30 Z.V.M. Unani Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra Ansari Md. Farooq, Ansari Huzaifa, Sheikh Ayesha Aijaz, Paunjekar N

31MAM Sumatibhai Shah Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Pune, Maharashtra

Vd. Neeta Rajaram Jadhav

32 Ashwin Rural Ayurvedic College, Sangamner, MaharashtraDisha Bhagvan Raut, Karhale Manjusha Champati, Padale Sarit R, Gite Arati Arun, Kanchan Anil Kale

33Vasantdada Patil Ayurvedic Medical College, Sangli, Maharashtra

Digvijay D Patil, Swati Y Bodade, Shital Vijay Karande, Rajle Pratibha Pandharinath, Jagdish Shivaji Kharat

34 S.K.S.S. Ayurvedic Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab Mahima Suman Choudhary, Manisha Rani, Aayushi, Dharmendra Singh, Rajju

35 S.B.L.D. Ayurved Vishwabharti, Churu, Rajasthan Charulata, Ankita Agarwal, Harish Daga, Harish Vishnoi

36 Bundelkhand Govt. Ayurvedic College, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh Nirnay Patel, Lalit Kumar, Ritu Singh, Megha Gupta, Ripusoodan Mishra

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*The cash award for Jivaka is R 10,000/- and for Ayurvisharada is R 7500/-

The Elite Clubs

Toppers’ Talk

Jivaka*

Ayurvisharada*

Dr Anu Augustine Alva’s Ayurveda Medical College & Hospital, Moodbidri, Karnataka

Dr Sarang R Patil T.S.P.S.M. Ayurvedic Medical College, Sindagi, Karnataka

Dr Resmy Raj A Amrita School of Ayurveda, Kollam, Kerala

Dr Greeshma Das C Govt. Ayurveda College, Tripunithura, Kerala

Dr Abha Kumari Govt. Ayurvedic College, Patna, Bihar

Dr Modi Hiral Kirtibhai Govt. Akhandanand Ayurved College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Dr Adhvaryu Shreyas Rajeshkumar Shri B.H. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Lodra, Gujarat

Dr Limbachiya Dharti Vitthalbhai Shri O.H. Nazar Ayurved College, Surat, Gujarat

Dr Amita M.S.M. Institute of Ayurveda, Khanpur-Kalan, Haryana

Dr Divya V Nair Ramakrishna Ayurvedic Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka

Dr Vanita Havinal A.V.S. Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Bijapur, Karnataka

Dr Mamata Ukkunda Ashwini Ayurvedic Medical College & P.G. Centre, Davangere, Karnataka

Dr Jeffy Annie Jacob Alva’s Ayurveda Medical College & Hospital, Moodbidri, Karnataka

Dr Umashree Cholappa Kembhavi T.S.P.S.M. Ayurvedic Medical College, Sindagi, Karnataka

Dr Parvathy Unni Krishnan Amrita School of Ayurveda, Kollam, Kerala

Dr Vishnupriya PS Govt. Ayurveda College, Tripunithura, Kerala

Dr Rajesh Kumar Govt. Ayurvedic College, Patna, Bihar

Dr Akhani Aparna Maheshbhai Govt. Akhandanand Ayurved College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Dr Patel Silver Kirit Kumar Shri B.H. Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Lodra, Gujarat

Dr Devani Kinjalbahen Pareshbhai Shri O.H. Nazar Ayurved College, Surat, Gujarat

Dr Kavita Sharma M.S.M. Institute of Ayurveda, Khanpur-Kalan, Haryana

Dr Viniya Velayudhan Ramakrishna Ayurvedic Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka

Dr Sushma BS A.V.S. Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Bijapur, Karnataka

Dr Namana H Ashwini Ayurvedic Medical College & P.G. Centre, Davangere, Karnataka

Many thanks to The Himalaya Drug Company for rewarding me with the Jivaka award. This kind of recognition and appreciation that the company is providing continuously is very encouraging and motivating. Hope such appreciation and honor brings healthy competition and enthusiasm among Ayurveda students.

Dr Barsha Hada Jivika Award Winner (2011) Ayurveda Campus, Institute of Medicine Kathmandu, Nepal

I am grateful to The Himalaya Drug Company for honoring me with the Ayurvisharada award.

It’s an inspiration for other students to achieve more.

Dr Arya ER Ayurvisharada Award Winner (2011) Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research Bangalore, India

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Ayurveda Makes Transatlantic Entry into Las Vegas”Second International Conference on Surgery and Anesthesia,” an international forum recently held at Las Vegas, had a unique contributor – Dr Ramesh Bhat.

Dr Ramesh Bhat, Head, Department of Shalyatantra, Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research Hospital, Bangalore, India, presented a paper on a case study employing a 5000-year-old ayurvedic surgical technique called ksharasutra to treat anorectal disorders.

The case was of a 48-year-old man in critical condition, with repeated attacks of boils and abscesses on his leg, who underwent modern surgeries at 3 hospitals which were

unsuccessful. The correct diagnosis of this rare condition (due to a problem in the anal region) and its treatment through an ayurvedic technique ksharasutra was effective. Dr Bhat, during his 10 years of experience, has successfully treated approximately 2500 patients with anorectal disorders.

“It was the only presentation on ayurvedic surgery among 48 renowned and experienced super specialty surgeons who spoke about their work. They were curious to know about ksharasutra and other techniques. They felt that there is a need for more publications and research work from India on Ayurveda. This was the first time a case study that used

Doctor, hearty congratulations on this achievement! Please share your experience of presenting your case study at the Second International Conference on Surgery and Anesthesia in Las Vegas.

It was a great and happiest moment in my life. I felt proud to introduce ”ayurvedic surgery” to surgeons from various specialties. I also felt very excited to speak about Ayurveda, Sushrutha, and the Indian system of medicine in the conference. We were 3 speakers from India; I was the only one from the ayurvedic system of medicine. It’s a great honor to the field of Ayurveda in general, and me in particular, to have participated as a cospeaker

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Can you briefly explain the study on which you presented the paper?

Five years ago, I had treated a case of anal fistula with foot extension using ksharasutra therapy. It is a world record, which is not reported until now. After follow up for 5 years, there was no recurrence of the condition, and I published the case report in the International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, 2013 (Volume 4, Issue 7, Pages 573–576; http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3679440/).

As it is an extremely rare case, the organizers of this conference invited me to present a paper on kshara therapy. I presented ”Day care proctology in Ayurveda – 1750 case studies,” which included information on Pervaje technique of ksharakarma in hemorrhoids and ksharasutra in anal fistula and pilonidal sinus. I shared video presentations on all these topics that included procedures and analysis of outcome of the therapies.

Considering that this was the only presentation on ayurvedic surgery, how was the response of other surgeons/delegates to your presentation?

Dr Ramesh Bhat P BAMS, MS, DPH, PhD (BHU) Prof and Head, Consultant Surgeon, Ayurveda Physician Department of Shalyatantra (Surgery) Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research Hospital Bengaluru 560082, Karnataka

E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.drrameshbhat.com

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ayurvedic surgical methods was presented in a peer reviewed international surgery journal,“ said Dr Bhat.

Surgical treatment of anal fistula requires hospitalization, regular postoperative care, and is associated with a significant risk of recurrence. However, ksharasutra is being practiced in India with a high success rate to treat this condition. The incidence of recurrence is just 3.33%. There are no systemic side effects reported, although some minor problems are observed, which rarely need medication. Ksharasutra is ideal for patients of advanced age who have respiratory or cardiovascular diseases, or are otherwise unfit for surgery. Moreover, postoperative tissue damage and scarring are minimal.

Throwing more light on the benefits of ksharasutra, Dr Bhat said, “It can very well be practiced even in other countries as it is proven to be effective, patient friendly, less invasive, and has a high success rate. I feel proud and very happy that ancient Indian surgical techniques were presented for the first time to experienced international surgeons who responded positively and are expecting many such publications from Ayurveda surgeons.”

Source: Indian Express. December 18, 2013.

http://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bangalore Ayurveda-makes-transatlantic-entry-into-Las

Vegas/2013/10/02 article1813786.ece

The response was extremely good! The surgeons/delegates were very open minded, in fact very interested to know about Ayurveda and its surgeries. Most of the queries on this topic were regarding the international publications and documentations.

Did you always know that you will be achieving something this big?

I did not, really! It happened because of God’s grace, dedication in my work, confidence in my science, and experience in the field.

Anything interesting that you learnt during this visit?

I’m very sure that the whole world respects Ayurveda if presented in its original form.

Please share something about your life as a UG and PG student.

It was totally different when I look back. Whatever I studied as PG and UG student was only theoretical knowledge and now I feel it is different after 10 years of clinical experience.

Whom would you like to credit this achievement to?

My guru, Poojya Sri Sri Ravishankar Ji, for his blessings.

My teacher in my profession – Dr Manoranjan Sahu, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi; my beloved mentor

– Dr Ravishankar Pervaje, Puttur, Karnataka; my Principal – Prof Sarbeswar Kar, who supported me in my career.

Please share your views about the budding ayurvedic doctors in India. What according to you are the skills and traits they should possess to transform the current situation of Ayurveda?

Ayurvedic doctors require confidence in clinical practice. They should understand that no science is complete and every medical science has its own limitations. Ayurveda can also provide a lot of benefits and justice to society. Students of Ayurveda should be exposed to clinical and surgical training during their UG/PG courses and they should practice Ayurveda; only then the current situation of Ayurveda could be transformed.

What message would you like to give to young students of Ayurveda?

You have chosen a great, noble profession of medical field. Practice Ayurveda—you can achieve a lot in life. This will further boost your confidence.

Now the world is looking for alternative medicines. Ayurveda would become main stream of medicine in the near future. Every student should be prepared to face this situation, as society demands and expects the best of Ayurveda from them. They should learn to document and publish case studies. Real study starts after graduation, once ayurvedic doctors start treating patients.

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Oral Hygiene Herbs for Oral HealthLavangaLatin name: Syzygium aromaticum

English name: Clove

Syzygium aromaticum possesses growth-inhibitory activity against periodontal pathogens such as Porphyromonas gingivalis and Prevotella intermedia. Oil extract of S aromaticum has anti-infective activity, which has been demonstrated by the presence of anti-quorum sensing activity in the oil. The herb also possesses antimicrobial, immunostimulatory, anti-nociceptive, and anti-inflammatory properties.

PiluLatin name: Salvadora persica

English name: Mustard tree

Salvadora persica, also known as Meswak, is a popular teeth-cleaning agent. It prevents tooth decay and eliminates toothache and bad breath. S persica has shown promising properties such as antiplaque, analgesic, antibacterial, antimycotic, and astringent activities and is hence used in a variety of oral care products.

PutihaLatin name: Mentha piperita

English name: Peppermint

Peppermint oil, an essential oil of Mentha piperita, is useful in dental care due to its antiseptic properties. The oil is colorless or pale yellow and has a strong penetrating odor. It removes bad breath and helps fight germs and treat toothaches. Hence, essential oil of M piperita is included in dentrifices, mouthwashes, and breath fresheners.

Oral health is an essential element of general health and quality of life. Good oral hygiene and good health go hand-in-hand. Good oral hygiene is a state of being free from mouth and facial pain and diseases that limit an individual’s capacity in chewing, smiling, speaking, and psychosocial wellbeing.

The most common oral diseases are dental cavities (caries), periodontal (gum) disease, oral cancer, oral infections, trauma from injuries, and hereditary lesions.

Triggers and Outcomes of Poor Oral HygieneConsuming a diet high in sugars can lead to dental caries; smoking results in periodontal diseases and oral cancer; alcohol abuse leads to oral cancer; poor oral hygiene causes periodontal disease and dental caries; and diabetes can cause periodontal diseases.1

Hormonal changes during pregnancy result in increased blood flow to gum tissues and cause the gums to become more sensitive, irritable, and swollen. These hormonal changes also hinder the body’s normal response to oral bacteria causing periodontal infections.2

Benefits of Good Oral HygieneGood oral hygiene boosts self esteem and confidence, lowers the risk of heart disease, benefits intestinal flora, diminishes infection and inflammation risks, preserves memory and lessens the risk of dementia, and reduces the birth rate of preterm and low birth weight infants.3

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2. American Pregnancy Association. http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/swollengums.html. Accessed November 28, 2013.

3. WebMD. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/gum-disease-health. Accessed November 28, 2013.

8) Match the metaphors with their meanings:

A1. He gets under everyone’s skin

A2. It’s an uphill struggle

A3. He’s over the moon

A4. He’s got plenty on his plate

A5. It’s like looking for a needle in a haystack

B1. He’s really happy and excited

B2. It’s very difficult to keep going

B3. He’s got a lot to do

B4. It’s an almost impossible task

B5. He really annoys other people

9) SpellathonHow many words of 4 or more letters can you make from the letters shown in the puzzle? In making a word, each letter may be used only once. Each word must contain the central letter. There should be at least one 7-letter word. Plurals, foreign words, and proper names are not allowed.Rating: 08 - average; 09 - good; 11 - outstanding


Math and Logic

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1) To paint 2 white lines dividing a road into 3 lanes, it costs R1000. What will it cost to paint lines dividing a road into 6 lanes?

2) A lilypad doubles in size each day. In 28 days, the lilypad will cover the entire pond. In how many days will the pond be half covered?

3) Three women have 2 daughters each. They are having lunch at a restaurant. There are only 7 chairs in the restaurant. All the women are seated. How is this possible?

6) Figure out the unwanted letter in each of the given series and unscramble the rest of the letters to form meaningful words. In each of the series the starting letter of the word is in capital letters. The meaning for each of the words is indicated in the brackets. Now unscramble the set of unwanted letters to form a meaningful word.a. ciToox: _ _ _ _ _ (poisonous)b. glseGig: _ _ _ _ _ _ (type of laugh)c. Reetscj: _ _ _ _ _ _ (to refuse to take)d. lEaxdt: _ _ _ _ _ (to lift up with joy or pride)e. lasuAt: _ _ _ _ _ (book of maps)f. Veoueg: _ _ _ _ _ (fashion; accepted style)

7) Colorful Idioms: Fill in the blank with a color to complete the idiom, the meaning of which is indicated in the brackets.a. Silence is _____. (Silence is something

of great value)b. To be caught _____ handed. (To be

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5) If a quarter kilogram of potato costs R20, what is the cost of 200 g?

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Answers to Crossword

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Previous Issue (Vol. 9 Jul–Sep 2013 • Q3) Current Issue (Vol. 9 Oct–Dec 2013 • Q4)

Answers to PGET Infoline (Pages 8 and 9)

1. e; 2. c; 3. b; 4. c; 5. b; 6. b; 7. d; 8. c; 9. b; 10. c; 11. e; 12. a; 13. a; 14. d; 15. d; 16. a; 17. b; 18. c; 19. c; 20. a; 21. c; 22. c; 23. b; 24. b; 25. e; 26. b

Answer to “Can You Identify This Herb?” (Page 9)

Mimosa pudica (Lajjalu)

Across3. _____ is the Sanskrit name of Bauhinia variegata. (10)

7. _____ is a phytopharmaceutical formulation of The Himalaya Drug Company prescribed to treat mouth ulcers, pain, and denture irritation. (5)

8. The botanical name of Draksha is _____. (5, 8)

9. In the context of Ayurveda, embryo in the first month of developmental stage is known as _____. (6)

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Unscrambled word out of unwanted letters: douses

7. a. golden; b. red; c. blue; d. silver

8. A1-B5; A2-B2; A3-B1; A4-B3; A5-B4

9. Emir, mess, mire, miser, miss, misuse, muse, muss, remiss, serum, SURMISE

Answers to Brain Teasers (Page 13)

Down1. Apara (placenta) is a derivative of _____. (6)

2. During the _____ month of pregnancy, ojas is established in the fetus. (6)

4. Ayurveda is an upaveda of _____. (11)

5. A phytopharmaceutical formulation of The Himalaya Drug Company prescribed for treating plantar xerosis is _____. (8)

6. The book Susruta Samhita was revised by _____. (9)

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Laughter,

Medicine the Best

Lawyer: She had 3 children, right?” Witness: Yes. Lawyer: How many were boys? Witness: None. Lawyer: Were there girls?

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Lawyer: You don’t know what it was, and you didn’t know what it looked like, but can you describe it?

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Lawyer: Did you ever stay all night with this man in New York? Witness: I refuse to answer that question. Lawyer: Did you ever stay all night with this man in Chicago? Witness: I refuse to answer that question. Lawyer: Did you ever stay all night with this man in Miami? Witness: No.

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Lawyer: What is your marital status? Witness: Fair.

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Lawyer: Do you drink when you’re on duty? Witness: I don’t drink when I’m on duty, unless I come on duty drunk.

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Lawyer: Were you acquainted with the deceased? Witness: Yes sir. Lawyer: Before or after he died?

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A man left his cat with his brother while he went on a week’s vacation. When he came back, he called his brother to see when he could pick the cat. The brother hesitated, and then said, “I’m so sorry, but while you were away, the cat died.”

The man was very upset and yelled, “You know, you could have broken the news to me better than that. When I called today, you could have said he was on the roof and wouldn’t come down. Then when I called the next day, you could have said that he had fallen off and the vet was working on patching him up. Then when I called the third day, you could have said he had passed away.” The brother thought about it and apologized. “So how’s mom?” asked the man. “She’s on the roof and won’t come down.”

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My neighbor’s 12–year–old skinny lanky son needed a new shirt. At the shopping mall, in the boys’ department, the target size was too small. They moved to the men’s department where the size was too big. With the largest size in one hand and the smallest in the other, his mother gave him a long look. “Son,” she said,” Do you realize you are now in the generation gap?”

•••Courtroom QuotationsLawyer: How many times have you committed suicide? Witness: Four times.

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