PHARMACODYNAMICS OF NAVAYAS CHURNA: A DETAILED EXPLORATION OF ITS THERAPEUTIC MECHANISMS AND APPLICATIONS

Background: Ayurveda is one of the oldest branches of knowledge and a system of philosophical principles.Ayurvedic practitioners have effectively used numerous classical formulations to treat a wide range of ailments.In many cases, detailed information about their mechanisms of action is still lacking. NavayasChurna is one of them. It is a herbo-metallic preparation(Rasaushadhi)commonly used by Ayurvedic practitioners.According to the World Health Organization,Ayurvedic medicines fall under the category of traditional medicine.These medicines are used for the prevention of illness, diagnosis, treatment and promotion of health. Understanding the pharmacodynamics of Ayurvedic drugs is essential for the scientific validation of their traditional uses. It helps to explain how these formulations interact with the body and ensure safety by predicting potential side effects.This knowledge also aids in optimizing formulations,guiding evidence based drug development, and meeting global regulatory standards.Especially for complex preparations, such as herb-metallic compounds,pharmacodynamic insights are crucial for integrating Ayurveda into modern healthcare.The present study aims to compile the available literature regarding the pharmacodynamics,therapeutic mechanism,actions and properties of the NavayasChurna.