Mystery of Chapala – Case is not solved yet!

Abstract: The importance of accurate identification of raw drugs in Ayurvedic compositions for safe and effective therapeutic use is undebated. It highlights the efforts towards standardizing raw and finished Ayurvedic pharmaceuticals to ensure their quality and safety. The article addresses the issue of identification of chapala, a Maharasa group of Dravya, by physical characteristics, its organoleptic properties, its therapeutic benefits and toxicokinetic analysis with a focus on the debate surrounding their identification. In conclusion, our thorough analysis leads us to assert that selenium, not bismuth, emerges as the decisive element based on the comprehensive examination of the data.