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Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective"

Ketki Kalyanrao Wategaonkar, Vijay Vitthal Bhagat.


Abstract
The Vivekchandra manuscript, a 17th-century Ayurvedic text by Jain scholars Pandita Dharmakirti Gani and Pandita Dhanaji Pramukh, provides unique insights into traditional Indian medicine. Preserved in the Oriental Institute, Baroda, this Sanskrit manuscript integrates Ayurvedic principles with Jain philosophical perspectives, emphasizing ethical and spiritual dimensions in disease management. Key features include detailed descriptions of Tridosha imbalances (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), pulse diagnostics (Nadi Pariksha), and unique therapeutic formulations such as Kshudradi Kwatha and Sudarshana Churna. It classifies diseases as Dosha-based or Karmaja, reflecting Jain philosophy on karmic influences in health. The manuscript also highlights innovative approaches to managing complex disorders through holistic interventions. This study examines the manuscript’s historical context, therapeutic methodologies, and relevance to modern Ayurvedic practices. Findings underscore its potential to enrich contemporary medicine by offering regionally adapted formulations and insights into managing disorders involving both physical and ethical dimensions.The Vivekchandra manuscript stands as a testament to the evolution of Ayurveda, integrating regional traditions and ethical considerations. Its systematic exploration and scientific validation can bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern integrative healthcare practices, preserving India’s medical heritage for future generations.

Key words: Karmaja Vyadhi, Jain Philosophy, Tridosha theory, Dosha-karmaja Vyadhi, Nadi Pariksha


 
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Wategaonkar KK, Bhagat VV. Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective". AAM. 2025; 14(2): 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064


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Wategaonkar KK, Bhagat VV. Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective". AAM. 2025; 14(2): 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064



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Wategaonkar KK, Bhagat VV. Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective". AAM. (2025), [cited April 28, 2025]; 14(2): 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064



Harvard Style

Wategaonkar, K. K. & Bhagat, . V. V. (2025) Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective". AAM, 14 (2), 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064



Turabian Style

Wategaonkar, Ketki Kalyanrao, and Vijay Vitthal Bhagat. 2025. Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective". Annals of Ayurvedic Medicine, 14 (2), 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064



Chicago Style

Wategaonkar, Ketki Kalyanrao, and Vijay Vitthal Bhagat. "Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective"." Annals of Ayurvedic Medicine 14 (2025), 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064



MLA (The Modern Language Association) Style

Wategaonkar, Ketki Kalyanrao, and Vijay Vitthal Bhagat. "Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective"." Annals of Ayurvedic Medicine 14.2 (2025), 132-138. Print. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064



APA (American Psychological Association) Style

Wategaonkar, K. K. & Bhagat, . V. V. (2025) Pharmacological Insights from the 17th-Century Vivekchandra Manuscript: An Ayurvedic Perspective". Annals of Ayurvedic Medicine, 14 (2), 132-138. doi:10.5455/AAM.226064