Exploring The Medicinal Value of Vijaysara (Pterocarpus Marsupium ROXB.) From Nighantu

Background: Vijaysara (Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb.) is an important drug described in various Ayurvedic Nighantu. It is mainly indicated in Prameha, Medoroga, Kushtha, Raktapitta and Krimi. Material & Methods: Various Nighantu were reviewed to collect information regarding synonyms, Rasapanchaka and Rogaghnata of Vijaysara. Observations & Results: Different synonyms such as Vijaysara, Asana, Beejak, Sarjaka, Mahasara and Peetasara were observed in different Nighantu. Vijaysara (Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb.) is described as having Tikta–Kashaya Rasa, Ushna Veerya, Katu Vipaka and Kapha-Pittahara property. It is indicated in Prameha, Madhumeha, Medoroga, Kushtha, Raktapitta and Twakroga. Conclusion: Literary review of Ayurvedic Nighantu confirms that Vijaysara (Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb.) possesses significant Pramehaghna and Medohara actions and plays an important role in the management of Kapha dominant disorders.