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This study aims to evaluate the physicochemical changes in Manahsila before and after the Shodhana purification process.

August 1, 2026Open Access

Physicochemical Characterization of Manahsila Before and After Shodhana Using XRF and Xrd: A Scientific Validation of Ayurvedic Purification Process

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Randomized trial evaluates physicochemical changes in Manahsila, suggesting effectiveness of Shodhana purification.

This study aims to evaluate the physicochemical changes in Manahsila before and after the Shodhana purification process.
Raw Manahsila was purified using classical Ayurvedic Shodhana techniques.
Both untreated and purified samples were analyzed via XRF for elemental composition and XRD for crystalline characteristics.
Analytical findings were compared before and after Shodhana.
XRF analysis showed reductions in extraneous impurities while retaining principal constituents of Manahsila.
XRD analysis indicated that the crystalline structure of realgar was mostly preserved post-purification, with minor changes in peak intensity.
Overall, Shodhana improved the physicochemical quality without significant changes to the mineral phase.

Dr. Kritika Verma*, Dr. M. K. Yadav2, Dr. Sheetal Kailkhura3, Dr. Shivanshi Pal3 (2026) studied this question.

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