Pharmacology, phytotherapy 2 and complex preparations

In the second part of Dravyaguna, Ayurvedic herbal medicine, we expand this knowledge and discuss selected herbal single and combination preparations in a practice-oriented and clinical context. The Ayurvedic classifications are considered as well as indications, contraindications, dosage and forms of application.

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Contents

- Introduction, deepening of the basic principles of Ayurvedic pharmacology (dravyaguna-vijnana)
- practice-oriented discussion of mainly herbal mono- and combination preparations (dravyas, yogas)
- Ayurvedic classification (rasa, guna, virya, vipaka), effects (karma, prabhava), indications and dosage of the preparations
- pharmaceutical forms of administration, carrier substances
- exemplary application in clinical practice
- availability in Europe
- legal basis, quality assurance

For whom?

Nutritionists, health coaches, therapists, chefs, doctors and anyone who wants to delve deeper into Ayurvedic plant knowledge.

Lecturers

Porträt Kalyani Nagershet
Dr. Kalyani Nagersheth

Price info

Seminar fee from € 750

Please note the price information for the respective module dates.

Final payment

By invoice: Due 14 days before the start of the seminar

List of lessons for the eLearning seminar

Learn where and when you want! That is the motto of our eAcademy modules. Based on a varied eMagazine, they allow you to learn the various content in a fun way. Various videos, audios and a knowledge database allow you to delve deep into the topics. It will be exciting!

At the end, you will know just as much - and perhaps even a little more - as you would if you attended a face-to-face event. That's because we've included some videos from our symposium collection as bonus material in this online training course. And with the help of a learning check, you can test and secure your new knowledge and acquired skills.

Contents of the e-seminar

1 - Introduction and theory
- In-depth study of Vipaka
- How to choose the right plant
- Classification of plants, Karma

2 - Anupanas
- Water
- Ghee
- Honey
- Milk

3 - Kitchen spices for the Ayurvedahome medicine cabinet
- Introduction to kitchen spices
- Methi
- Ela
- Nigella sativa
- Jatiphala
- Tvak
- Allium sativum
- Lavangha

4 Anulomana spices with anti-bloating effect
- Introduction to anti-bloating spices
- Hing
- Krishna-Jiraka
- Jiraka
- Ajamoda
- Foeniculum vulgare

5 - Plants for the treatment of indigestion
- Introduction plants for indigestion
- Kalmus
- Eranda
- Citraka
- Kutaja
- Svarna Patri, Sennes
- Musta

6 - Plants for the Treatment of Metabolic Diseases & Bitter Plants
- Introduction to Plants for Metabolic Diseases
- Dugdhapheni
- Bhumyamalaki
- Bringaraja
- Introduction to Bitter Plants
- Artemisia

7 - Plants for the Treatment of Neurological Diseases - Plants for the Treatment of Neurological Diseases Plants for the treatment of neurological diseases
- Introduction plants neurological diseases
- Kapikacchu
- Shankhapushpi
- Hypericum perforatum

8 - Plants for the treatment of skin diseases
- Introduction Plants for skin diseases
- Crocus sativus
- Santalum album
- Khadira
- Manjishtha
- Betula utilis
- Bala

9 - Plants for external use
- Introduction Plants for external use
- Jati
- Karpura
- Tila
- Symphytum officinale L.

10 - Plants for the treatment of the respiratory tract
- Introduction to plants for respiratory diseases
- Vasaka
- Tulsi

11 - Essential oils
- Introduction to plants with essential oils
- Lavendula angustifolia
- Mentha

12 - Combination preparations
- Introduction to combination preparations
- Chyavanaprasha
- Triphala, Haritaki, Bibhitaka
- Avipattikara Curna
- Arogyavardhini, Picrorhiza kurroa
- Candraprabhavati, Shilajatu
- Dahsamula
- Anu Tailam
- Kshirabala Tailam
- Shadbindu Tailam

13 - Additional relevant plants for Swiss studies
- Information on additional relevant plants for studies in Switzerland

- Modul-Lerrncheck

Learning check

This seminar concludes with a learning check in our digital eAcademy platform. With the help of multiple choice questions, you check whether you have achieved the learning objectives of this course. You can complete the learning check up to three times and if you get at least 70% of the answers correct, you have passed.

After the successful learning check, you will reap the rewards of your work: your certificate of attendance will be sent to you by email and is also available for you to download from the learning platform.

Only valid for eLearning modules: Dates eWorkshops & instructional videos

As part of an eLearning module, you will have the opportunity to put the knowledge you have learned into practice. We have developed the eWorkshop concept for this purpose. Together with your fellow students and your lecturer, you will discuss a specific topic in this live event, do practical exercises or group work on it, and thus gain a deeper insight into the practical application of your Ayurveda knowledge.

In addition to the Interdisciplinary Question Forum (Q & A session), this is your opportunity to exchange ideas with your lecturer and fellow students.

Please note: You only need to attend one session. You will find an indication of when it makes sense to register for the eWorkshop in your eLearning. The eWorkshop is a compulsory part of the module and is required for your course completion. The dates for the coming year are published in the fall of the previous year.


    APE 2 - eWorkshop - Ayurvedic Psychoanalysis with the Trivargas

    • 11.12.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

    eWorkshop - MBK/MBH - Integration of Ayurveda into modern medicine

    • 27.11.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock
    • 27.11.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

    DRK - eWorkshop - Ayurveda dietetics: Meal plans for practice

    • 13.11.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

    Some of the eLearning modules may contain video content in English with German subtitles.

    At a glance

    Required prior knowledge:
    none

    Scope
    3 Days 45 learning hrs of which 22,5 hrs presence
    3 Days 45 learning hrs of which 22,5 hrs live-webinar
    20 Lessons 42 learning hrs of which 3 hrs live-webinar

    from € 750
    Plus board and lodging if applicable

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