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National Institute of Ayurveda & Toxicology Reviews

13505 Cleveland Dr. Rockville, MD 20854

301-762-8262, 301-537-8804, mishra13505@yahoo.com

Ayurvedic medicine of India (AMI) is a Traditional medical system which incorporates a holistic approach to patient care. The institute provides education information about ayurvedic health care and health maintenance. The institute specializes in chronic diseases such as musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, and hepatic disorders asthma, obesity, urolithiasis, psychiatric disorders and ischemic heart disease. In addition, the Institute provides scientific review of pharmacological and toxicological research data for pharmaceutical industry necessary for submitting New Drug Application to US Food and drug Administration and risk assessment on uses of herbal products and conventional drugs. The Institute also reviews and provides assistance in writing research grants for NIH. Dr. Mishra, President of the Institute, is uniquely qualified to conduct and supervise these services as he has training and experience in Ayurvedic Medicine, conventional medicine pharmacy, pharmacology and toxicology. He has B.I.M.S. (Bachelor of Indian Medicine and Surgery) degree in Ayurveda, Master’s Degree in Pharmacy from BHU India, and Ph.D. in Pharmacology from SUNY Buffalo, USA.

Dr. Mishra has many publications in the field of Ayurvedic medicine, cancer research, biochemistry, pharmacology, clinical trials, cancer chemotherapy, toxicology, and, government regulations (FDA,EPA,CPSC).

He also edited a book entitled "Scientific Basis for Ayurvedic Therapies" 2003, CRC Press, Florida. The book provides detailed evaluation of laboratory and clinical studies on Ayurvedic herbs, herbal formulas and therapies that have been shown to have a range of potentially beneficial effects for preventing and treating certain cancers, treating infectious diseases, promoting health. The book has 625 pages and over 2000 references and is the first book to provide critical evaluation of literature, clinical trials, and biochemical and pharmacological studies on major Ayurvedic therapies. The book, organized by disease state, provides important information concerning the effectiveness/efficacy and safety profile of herbals available for treatment of the diagnoses included in the book.

Links: American Association of Practitioners and Researchers of Ayurveda (AAPRA)

Ayurvedic Medicine of India is not regulated in the US at this time. Thus, there is no minimum standard which persons must meet before being allowed to accept patients. In order to have Ayurvedic Medicine regulated to provide a safeguard to the public as provided in other health care professions, AAPRA has filed a petition in Maryland in 2005 and in Virginia in 2006 for the regulation and licensing of AMI graduates (BAMS). More information can be found on the following sites.

AAPRA Membership

Petition

Appendix

Ayurveda Consulting

More about Ayurvedic Products

Studies have shown that supplements are beneficial as adjuncts to standardized western treatments for specific illnesses and can perhaps enhance recovery. They are being recommended due to their overall health promoting qualities; the person's individual body type/constitution and current health state determine which one is chosen. Many of the herbs present in the products have well documented pharmacological studies supporting the therapeutic value of the products.

The purpose of the Ayurvedic consultation is to help a person regain a positive healthy status in both body and mind, and maintain good health. It is recommended that patients receive consultation to determine daily routine, dietary habits, nutrition, exercise, life style, and dietary supplements to bring back the harmony of the body and mind. These recommended changes assist as an adjunct to whatever treatment patients are currently getting and eventually result in overall improved health. Ayurvedic consultation is provided as a part of the traditional health care system of India.

This Web page was updated on 06-27-07.

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