Vol. 6, Issue 11 (2017)

Author(s):
Dr. Athulya CM, Dr. Vijitha Vijayan, Dr. Neethu P, Dr Ittoop J Ancheril

Abstract:
Agada tantra is a branch of Ayurveda which deals with identification, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of various toxic conditions. Snake bite is a significant health concern, especially in rural populations of tropical and subtropical countries. Many toxicological treatises are available in Kerala which contains medications which can be used in emergency conditions. This article deals with Garudanjanam; a herbo mineral combination drug which is used as a collyrium in emergency conditions of poisoning by practitioners in Kerala.