A comprehensive review of Kakaradi gana and its significance in Rasashastra

Among various branches of Ayurveda, Rasashastra is an important branch known for its formulations called as Rasaushadhi (Mineral or Herbo-mineral medicines). According to classics some Pathyapathya (Wholesome and unwholesome diet / regime) are explained which should be followed during the Rasasevanakala (period consuming Mercurial Preparation). The group fruits vegetables advocated Apathya (unwholesome diet) Kakaradi Gana. In texts, eight number such dravyas mentioned this Kakarashtaka total drugs under Gana in different. These gana also has other utility than regime. Here attempt been made compile gana, with Probable rationale behind elucidation these significance ganas discussed here.