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This review aims to assess the importance of Anjana in both classical Ayurvedic and contemporary medical contexts.

July 1, 2026Open Access

Anjana: A Review of Ayurvedic Collyrium in Classical and Modern Contexts

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Review explores Anjana's integration with modern ophthalmic practices and its therapeutic significance.

This review aims to assess the importance of Anjana in both classical Ayurvedic and contemporary medical contexts.
Reviewed classical texts like Sushruta Samhita and Ashtanga Hridaya regarding Anjana types and uses.
Analyzed modern parallels with contemporary ophthalmic preparations like ointments and drops.
Highlighted pharmacological aspects and potential for integration into modern eye care.
Identified various Anjana types: Lekhaneeya, Ropana, and Snehana, each for specific ocular conditions.
Demonstrated Anjana's relevance in maintaining ocular hygiene and managing eye disorders.
Suggested pathways for scientific validation and standardization of Ayurvedic collyria in modern eye care.

Dr. Praveen Kumar Pandey1*, Dr. Anupama Patra2, Dr. Rajat Churvedi3 (2026) studied this question.

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