Critical Review on Brahmi Vati- An Ayurvedic Formulation Effective In Management of Memory Loss

Abstract

Health is a complete state of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual well-being. When a person is filled with intellect, they will achieve their greatest level of achievement in life. As a result, from the dawn of human civilization, Ayurveda has played a significant role in promoting both individual and societal health. From the prehistoric era, Ayurveda mentions a number of medicines that support human intelligence development. Acharya In the Charaka Chikitsa Rasayana chapter, Charaka mentions a few Medhya Rasayana plants that allow us to have more Medha (intellect), Grahana Sakti (power of perception), Smriti (power of memory), and Agni should be strengthened.(energy of metabolism and digestion), Varna (complexion), and Svara (voice). Medhya Rasayana medicines increase mental abilities and mental performance. Through the review of the literature regarding Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) it has been observed that these drugs are potent Medhya (intellect) with the properties as mentioned in this article.