@article {1535, title = {Preparation and Physico-Chemical Analysis of Madanphala Valkal Lepa Churna}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Research}, volume = {18}, year = {2026}, month = {November 2025}, pages = {1-4}, type = {Original Article}, chapter = {1}, abstract = {

Backgound: Lepa Kalpana is an important treatment modality in Ayurveda. It is a semi-solid medicament or paste used for topical application. Lepas have been used for various ailments of skin, hair, and overall beautification since ancient times. Objectives: The preparation of Madanphala Valkal Lepa Churna, as described in Vrinda Madhava, is intended for treatment of Darunaka, which is mentioned in the context of Kshudra Roga. This formulation is analysed for its organoleptic and physicochemical properties. Materials and Methods: This formulation follows the traditional method of preparing lepa. The dried herbal powder was obtained from a GMP-certified pharmacy, sieved, and analysed for its organoleptic and physicochemical properties. These properties were found to be stable and met the necessary criteria for medicinal use. Results: In order to establish its applicability as an anti-dandruff lepa and drug is also subjected for finding organoleptic and physicochemical properties of Madanphala Valkal (pericarp) Lepa Churna. Conclusion: Madanphala Valkal (Pericarp) Lepa Churna is prepared after following classical SOP for lepa with its analysis.

}, keywords = {Anti-Dandruff, Darunaka, Lepa, Madanphala Valkal Churna.}, doi = {10.5530/pres.20262218}, author = {Vikash Sharma and Savita Shivappa Angadi} }