DEPARTMENT OF RASASHASTRA & BHAISHAJYA KALPANA

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana (RSBK) is dedicated to the study of Ayurvedic pharmaceutics, encompassing the preparation, standardization, quality control, and therapeutic application of classical Ayurvedic formulations. Students gain comprehensive knowledge of herbal, mineral, and herbomineral medicines while learning traditional pharmaceutical processes supported by modern quality assurance practices.
The department combines classical Ayurvedic wisdom with contemporary pharmaceutical sciences, preparing students for clinical practice, research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and academia.



VISION :

To be a centre of excellence in Ayurvedic pharmaceutics by integrating classical pharmaceutical knowledge with modern scientific advancements, quality standards, and research.



MISSION :

 To provide comprehensive education in Ayurvedic pharmaceutics and drug manufacturing.
 To develop practical skills in the preparation and standardization of Ayurvedic medicines.
 To promote quality assurance, safety, and ethical pharmaceutical practices.
 To encourage innovation and research in Ayurvedic drug development.
 To prepare competent professionals for clinical, academic, and pharmaceutical careers.



OBJECTIVES OF THE DEPARTMENT :

 Understand the principles of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana.
 Learn pharmaceutical processing techniques for Ayurvedic medicines.
 Develop skills in quality control and standardization of formulations.
 Understand the safe preparation and therapeutic application of Ayurvedic drugs.
 Encourage scientific research and evidence-based pharmaceutical practice.

COURSES OFFERED

  Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
 Subject: Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana (Second Professional BAMS – NCISM Curriculum)

CORE AREAS OF STUDY

 Fundamentals of Rasashastra
 Bhaishajya Kalpana (Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics)
 Herbal, Mineral and Herbo-mineral Formulations
 Drug Purification (Shodhana)
 Pharmaceutical Processing Techniques
 Standardization and Quality Control
 Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
 Ayurvedic Drug Safety and Therapeutics

TEACHING METHODOLOGY

 Classroom teaching based on classical Ayurvedic texts
 Practical pharmaceutical preparation sessions
 Demonstration of traditional processing techniques
 Laboratory-based formulation exercises
 Interactive seminars and case discussions
 Continuous practical assessment and viva

LABORATORY AND FACILITIES

 Well-equipped Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana Laboratory
 Demonstration Pharmacy for practical formulation training
 Modern pharmaceutical equipment for preparation and quality assessment
 Departmental Library with classical and modern pharmaceutical references
 Vasant Vagado Botanical Herbal Garden for medicinal plant identification
 Audio-visual teaching facilities and demonstration models
 Infrastructure developed as per NCISM norms

ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES

 Practical preparation of Ayurvedic formulations
 Pharmaceutical laboratory demonstrations
 Student seminars and journal presentations
 Workshops on quality assurance and GMP
 Educational visits to Ayurvedic pharmaceutical industries
 Academic discussions on formulation development

STUDENT OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
 Prepare classical Ayurvedic formulations using standard pharmaceutical procedures.
 Apply principles of quality control and drug standardization.
 Understand the therapeutic applications of Ayurvedic medicines.
 Follow ethical and safe pharmaceutical practices.
 Develop competencies required for clinical, academic, and pharmaceutical careers.

FUTURE SCOPE

The Department of Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana opens career opportunities in Ayurvedic pharmaceutical industries, quality assurance, research and development, drug manufacturing, academia, hospital pharmacy, regulatory affairs, entrepreneurship, and integrative healthcare.

DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS E

 Modern Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics Laboratory
 Demonstration Pharmacy for hands-on learning
 Practical formulation and quality control training
 Integration of classical knowledge with modern pharmaceutical science
 Experienced faculty with research orientation
 Industry exposure and educational visits
 NCISM-compliant teaching infrastructure