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Karveer (Indian Oleander): An Ayurvedic and Toxicological Perspective Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology)  Bams 2 nd year INTRODUCTION Karveer, commonly known as Indian Oleander, is a fascinating yet potent plant deeply rooted in both ornamental gardening and ancient Ayurvedic toxicology (Agadtantra). While its vibrant flowers are a common sight across India, every part of this evergreen shrub carries significant biological activity and potential toxicity Botanical Name: Nerium Odurum (श्वेत/रक्त पुष्प)        White and Red flowered variety Thevetia nerllifolia (पित्त पुष्प)          Yellow flowered variety Family - Apocynaceae Kingdom-Plantae Hindi name- Kaner English Name- Indian Oleander Sanskrit name-Haymarak,Haripriy, Ashwamaar,hayari External features- 1.Habitat- Found all over India as an evergreen shrub,commonly planted as an ornamental plants 2.Stem- Hard and woody 3.Leaves linear, lanceolate 10-20cm long. 4.Flowers are bell sha...

FORENSIC THANATOLOGY ( Medicolegal Aspects of Death )  DEFINITION OF THANATOLOGY Thanatology is the branch of science which deals with study of death . DEFINITION OF DEATH  Death is cessation of life , permanent and complete stoppage of functions of the vital organs of the body Bishop's tripod of life - brain , heart & lungs .  MOMENT OF DEATH  stoppage of respiration  stoppage of circulation ,  brain death ,   brain death was then classified into -   Cortical death  Brain stem death   Total brain death  DIAGNOSIS OF DEATH  Stoppage of respiration  Absence of pulse  Absence of heart beat  Fixed dilated pupils  STAGES OF DEATH  As per Shapiro - there are 2 stages of death  Somatic / clinical / immediate / systemic / tissue death  Molecular / cellular death  1 ) Somatic death   It refers to death of tissue / system / body and is clinical death   there is s...

  Snuhi : Ancient Ayurveda and Forensic Toxicology Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology)  Bams 2 nd year Snuhi, known botanically as Euphorbia neriifolia. This blog explores the characteristics, medicinal uses, and critical safety profile of this unique plant based on traditional and modern scientific perspectives.  Snuhi is a succulent shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 2 to 6 meters. It is widely distributed across India, as well as in the regions of Sikkim and Bhutan INTRODUCTION • Snuhi is a Drastic Purgative • One among the UPAVISHA • Categorised under STHAVARA VISHA • It has 600 varieties like Tridhari, Chaudhari etc.. • Charakacharya has divided into Alpakantaka Bahukantaka (superior) • Latex is usually collected at the end of winter from a plant which is 2 to 3 years old   Latin Name = Euphorbia nerifolia   Family = Euphorbiaceae   Vernacular Names :   Sanskrit = 1.Vajri 2.sudha   Hindi = Sehund Marathi = Nivadung Eng...

Understanding Bhang (Cannabis sativa): An Ayurvedic and Modern Perspective Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology)  Bams 2 nd year Introduction cannabis is a generic term used to denote several psychoactivepreparation of the plant Cannabis sativa. It is the oldest psychoactive substances used by man It is widely used as recreational substances & in medicinal drugs. It is called as the gateway drug. It is more commonly called as marijuana. Other names - weed, pot, grass, herb, maryjane etc... classification Botanical name: Cannabis sativa/indica Family: Cannabinaeae Hindi - bhang, bhanga English - Indian Hemp Sanskrit - bhang, madani, matulani Varieties:sub species 1. Cannabis sativa 2. Cannabis indica 3. Cannabis ruberalis Synonyms: भङ्गः, मादिनि  Toxic part: All parts of the plants stem, root, and seed of cannabis. Type of poison According to Modern 1. Neurotic cerebral poison 2. Stupefying poison 3. Deliriant poison According to ayurveda 1. Sthavara-visha 2. Upavisha- Rasatara...

VATSANABH : Overview of Aconitum ferox Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology)  Bams 2 nd year In the realm of Ayurvedic Toxicology (Agadatantra), Vatsanabha holds a dual identity. While it is classified as one of the most potent Sthavara Vishas (stable poisons), it is also a celebrated Mahoushadhi (great medicine) when processed correctly. Introduction     Botanical name: Aconitum ferox   Family : Ranunculaceae   Hindi - Bachnag, Meetha Vish, Meetha Teliya   English - Monk's Hood  Sanskrit - Amrita, Vatsanabha, Vatsanaga   Type of poison : Cardiac Poison Synonyms : Visha, Amruta, Garala Toxic part : All parts of the plants Specially Leaves And Root Tubers. Rasa Panchaka   Rasa : Madhura   Guna : Laghu, tikshna   Virya : Ushna   Vipaka : Katu Active principal All parts of the plants, male and female contain the active material. But its Root Tubers contains maximum concentration. than in flowers & than in leaves. While all part...

  Datura: Ancient Ayurveda and Forensic Toxicology Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology) Bams 2 nd year Commonly known as the Devil’s Trumpet, Thorn Apple, or Jimsonweed. Datura is a plant that commands both respect and caution. In the realm of Agadtantra (Ayurvedic Toxicology), it is classified as an Upavisha .. a substance that is poisonous but can be transformed into a potent medicine through specific purification processes. However, in modern medicine, it is feared as a dangerous cerebral deliriant poison capable of causing profound disorientation and death . INTRODUCTION Latin Name : Datura metel (and varieties like alba, nigar, stramonium)   Family : Solanaceae   Common Names:    English : Thorn Apple   Sanskrit : कंटकफला, उन्मत, शिवप्रिया   Hindi/Marathi : धतूरा / धोत्रा   Classification:    Ayurvedic : Sthavara Vegetative Poison (Upavisha)   Modern : Cerebral Delirient Poison   रस पंचक (Ra...

  Spider Poison (लूता विष) : Ayurvedic and modern aspect  Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology) Bams 2 nd year निसर्गात अनेक जीव आहेत, ज्यांच्यापासून आपल्याला इजा होऊ शकते. आयुर्वेदामध्ये अशा विषारी प्राण्यांचा आणि त्यांच्या विषाचा सखोल अभ्यास 'अगदतन्त्र' या शाखेमध्ये केला जातो. आज आपण अशाच एका विषयावर माहिती घेणार आहोत, तो म्हणजे लूता विष (Spider Poisoning) .  Introduction अगदतन्त्राची व्याख्या: “अगदतन्त्रं नाम सर्पकीट लूता मूषकादि दष्ट विष व्यञ्जनार्थं  विविध विषसंयोगोपर्शमनार्थञ्च | (सु. सु.१/१४)" आयुर्वेदाच्या आठ शाखांपैकी एक असलेल्या अगदतन्त्राचा उद्देश सर्प (साप), कीट (कीटक), लूता (कोळी), मूषक (उंदीर) इत्यादींच्या दंशाचे निदान आणि विविध प्रकारच्या विषांवर उपचार करणे हा आहे.   लूता विष म्हणजे कोळी चावल्यामुळे होणारे विषबाधा.   याचे वर्णन जांगम विष (प्राणीजन्य विष) या अंतर्गत केले जाते. Classification (वर्गीकरण) संख्येनुसार सुश्रुत - १६   वाग्भट - २८   विषाच्या तीव्रतेनुसार  तीक्ष्ण विष लूता : ७ दिवसांच्या आत मृत्यू होतो....

 Ahiphena (Opium): Bridging Ayurvedic Wisdom and Modern Toxicology Category: Agadtantra (Toxicology) Bams 2 nd year In the world of Agadtantra (Ayurvedic Toxicology) and modern forensic medicine, few substances are as fascinating—and dangerous—as Ahiphena, commonly known as Opium or the Poppy plant. Known for its potent medicinal properties and high potential for abuse, understanding Ahiphena requires a look at both its traditional Ayurvedic classification and its modern pharmacological profile. Introduction Latin Name : Papaver Somniferum. Family : Papaveraceae. Vernacular Names   Sanskrit : Aaphuk, Ahiphen, Naagphen,   Niphen, Amal. Marathi : Aphu Hindi : Afim English : Opium, Poppy plant . Classification: According to Ayurved - Sthavara vegetative poison Upavisha (Bhavaprakash & Rasatarangini) According to Modern science - Neurotic Cerebral Somniferous Properties   Guna : Laghu, Ruksha,Sukshma, Vyavayee, Vikasee. Rasa : Tikta. Vipaka : Katu. Veerya : ...