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Kaaralavana parpam (KLP) is a Siddha medicine evidenced in Siddha literature “Sikicha Rathinadeepam Volume – 2 Vaithiya Chinthamani by C. Kannusamy pillai. It is a salt-based medicine contains 3 ingredients namely Padikaaram, Venkaaram & Vediuppu. It is a best diuretic & is used for oedematous conditions. KLP is used along with an adjuvant tender coconut water for its action betterment. In this scientific world it is mandatory to prove the Siddha medicines Scientifically for global acceptance. So, KLP was evaluated for ICP-OES analysis which is a heavy metal analysis technique. From the study results, it indicates that elements like Aluminium, Boron, Potassium, Manganese, Sodium, Phosphorus & Sulphur are present in the drug. Also, KLP is devoid of heavy metals like Mercury, Lead & Arsenic. So, it is safe for use. Furthermore, toxicity studies & pharmacological studies are needed to evaluate their safety & efficacy.
Keywords:
KLP, diuretic, ICP-OES, heavy metals, Siddha, Oedema.
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"ICP-OES ANALYSIS OF KAARALAVANA PARPAM", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijsdr.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.8, Issue 9, page no.881 - 885, September-2023, Available :http://www.ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2309126.pdf
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Publication Details:
Published Paper ID: IJSDR2309126
Registration ID:208614
Published In: Volume 8 Issue 9, September-2023
DOI (Digital Object Identifier):
Page No: 881 - 885
Publisher: IJSDR | www.ijsdr.org
ISSN Number: 2455-2631
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