A Extensive study of Kupilu (Strychnos nux vomica)

The Book entitled “An extensive study of Kupīlu (Strychnus nux vomica is composed of five sections viz Conceptual study Analytical study Discussion and the present section of Summary and Conclusion. In a first subdivision the Drug profile has been presented. In its historical review progressive knowledge regarding Kupīlu has been treated with its synonyms vernacular names latin name family gaṇa part used rasa paňcaka actions pharmacological uses preparations chemical composition and toxicity & its treatment it cultivation & collection. Under Pharmacognostical division Macroscopic & Microscopic evaluation of Kupīlu seed is enumerated. Microscopic study of Kupīlu is done by the help of Microtomy. Under Phyto-chemical assessment thin layer chromatography High performance thin layer chromatography of the Kupīlu seeds both pure & impure has been carried out. In Pharmaceutical study the Kupīlu was screened for its gross behaviour during every steps of Śodhana process.