Standardization of Siddha Herbomineral Formulation Irunelli Karpam

Abstract

Siddha system of medicine is a renowned holistic system of traditional medicine emphasizing curative and preventive measures. The medicines used in siddha are of plant origin, metals, minerals and animal products. It is one of the major Indian systems of Medicine. The people were well in the physical and mental health with the Siddha medicines. Till date, lesser studies have seen conducted on standardization of such preparations. Irunelli Karpam, a traditional siddha herbo - mineral drug was prepared as per the procedure mentioned in siddha literatures. In the present study an attempt has been made to standardize Irunelli Karpam.  According to PLIM guidelines, standardization of drugs conforms identity, determination of quality, purity and detection of adulteration by various parameters. The review article will help to provide details of information about physiochemical Screening, biological and pesticide screening (Aflatoxins, Sterility test by pour plate method test for specific pathogen).