Scientific and Regulatory Consulting for Herbal, AYUSH and Nutraceutical Products
We help manufacturers, entrepreneurs, institutions and investors develop better-planned natural-health products through formulation strategy, research planning, evidence generation, regulatory guidance and scientific documentation.
Independent scientific, product-development and regulatory consulting for natural-product innovation.
From Product Idea to Responsible Market Preparation
Caraka provides structured consulting support across the full natural-product development lifecycle — from initial concept and evidence planning through to regulatory documentation and market-readiness assessment. We do not manufacture, sell or independently conduct regulated studies. We plan, advise, coordinate and document.
Formulation Strategy & Product Concept Planning
Evidence Gap Analysis & Research Planning
Regulatory Pathway Assessment & Dossier Support
Laboratory & Preclinical Study Coordination
Clinical Evidence Advisory & Study Design Guidance
Scientific & Regulatory Documentation
Manufacturing Partner Identification & GMP Advisory
Training, Workshops & Capacity Building
Eight Specialised Consulting Practices
Each practice is designed to address a distinct stage or dimension of natural-product development — from early-stage concept through to regulatory submission and market preparation.
Product Development
Formulation strategy, ingredient assessment, product concept planning and development-stage advisory for herbal, AYUSH, nutraceutical and natural-health products.
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Evidence gap analysis, research planning, study design advisory and evidence-generation strategy to support product claims and regulatory submissions.
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Regulatory pathway assessment, dossier preparation support, compliance documentation and regulatory strategy for Indian and international markets.
Learn moreLaboratory & Preclinical Coordination
Study design advisory, accredited laboratory identification, protocol review and documentation support for in vitro and in vivo preclinical studies.
Learn moreClinical Evidence Advisory
Clinical evidence review, study design guidance, protocol advisory and clinical documentation support — coordinated through appropriately qualified institutions.
Learn moreScientific & Medical Writing
Regulatory dossiers, literature reviews, technical reports, product monographs, manuscripts and scientific communication for natural-health products.
Learn moreManufacturing & GMP Advisory
GMP gap assessment, quality documentation review, manufacturing partner identification and compliance advisory for herbal and nutraceutical manufacturers.
Learn moreTraining & Capacity Building
Regulatory awareness, research methodology, scientific writing and product development workshops for professionals, institutions and industry teams.
Learn moreIndustries We Support
We work with a wide range of organisations involved in the development, manufacture, research and commercialisation of herbal, AYUSH, nutraceutical and natural-health products — from early-stage start-ups to established manufacturers and academic institutions.
View Industries We SupportA Consulting Partnership Built on Scientific Integrity
We bring specialised expertise, honest advice and a commitment to responsible innovation to every project we undertake.
Deep Domain Expertise
Specialised knowledge spanning Ayurveda, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, nutraceutical science and natural-product regulatory frameworks — Indian and international.
Evidence-Centred Approach
We help you build a credible, scientifically sound evidence base for your product — grounded in published research, traditional knowledge and contemporary science.
Regulatory Clarity
Clear, practical guidance on AYUSH, FSSAI, CDSCO and international regulatory pathways — helping you understand requirements before committing resources.
Indian and International Perspective
We support projects targeting Indian domestic markets as well as international markets including the EU, UK, USA, Australia, Canada and the Middle East.
Collaborative and Transparent
We work alongside your team, sharing knowledge and building your internal capability — not creating dependency. Our advice is honest, even when it is not what you hoped to hear.
Responsible and Ethical
We do not fabricate evidence, overstate claims or promise regulatory outcomes. Our consulting is grounded in scientific integrity and professional responsibility.
Our Consulting Process
A structured, transparent six-step process designed to deliver clear, actionable consulting outcomes at every stage of your natural-product project.
Understand
We listen carefully to understand your product, objectives, market, timeline and constraints.
Assess
We assess the evidence landscape, regulatory requirements and development feasibility for your specific product and target market.
Plan
We develop a structured, realistic consulting plan — research strategy, regulatory roadmap, documentation plan and resource requirements.
Coordinate
Where studies, testing or manufacturing are required, we help identify and coordinate with appropriately qualified institutions and professionals.
Document
We prepare the scientific, regulatory and technical documentation your project requires — dossiers, reports, protocols, manuscripts and submissions.
Strengthen
We review outcomes, identify gaps and help you build a stronger, more defensible evidence and regulatory position over time.
Understand
We listen carefully to understand your product, objectives, market, timeline and constraints.
Assess
We assess the evidence landscape, regulatory requirements and development feasibility for your specific product and target market.
Plan
We develop a structured, realistic consulting plan — research strategy, regulatory roadmap, documentation plan and resource requirements.
Coordinate
Where studies, testing or manufacturing are required, we help identify and coordinate with appropriately qualified institutions and professionals.
Document
We prepare the scientific, regulatory and technical documentation your project requires — dossiers, reports, protocols, manuscripts and submissions.
Strengthen
We review outcomes, identify gaps and help you build a stronger, more defensible evidence and regulatory position over time.
Responsible Consulting Support
Caraka provides scientific, research-planning, regulatory-documentation and product-development consulting services. We do not independently conduct regulated clinical trials, own or operate laboratories, hospitals or manufacturing facilities, or provide medical, legal or financial advice.
Where regulated studies, laboratory testing, animal research, human-participant research, manufacturing or certification are required, these activities are undertaken through appropriately qualified, approved, accredited, licensed or registered institutions and professionals.
No regulatory approval, licensing, study results, publication, certification or commercial success is guaranteed or implied. All information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
Building a Herbal, AYUSH or Nutraceutical Product?
Whether you are at the concept stage, preparing a regulatory dossier or looking to strengthen your evidence base, we can help you plan a more credible, better-documented path to market. Contact us to discuss your project.