The department of Agada Tantra (अगद तंत्र) at kmct Ayurveda Medical College is a vital part of the institution, which deals with toxicology and poisoning. The term "Agada" means "remedies for poisoning" or "antidotes."

The Agada tantra department is well equipped with modern facilities and along with traditional ayurvedic principles, it provides holistic approach to both inpatient and outpatient care.

Agada Tantra department focuses on:

1. Identification and classification of poisons (animal, plant, mineral, and synthetic)
2. Symptoms and diagnosis of poisoning
3. Treatment and management of poisoning (using herbal and mineral remedies)
4. Prevention and prophylaxis

Subtopics in Agada Tantra include:

1. Visha Chikitsa (विष चिकित्सा): Treatment of poisoning
2. Visha Vijnana (विष विज्ञान): Science of poisons

Agada Tantra is essential in Ayurvedic practice, as it provides guidance on:

• Managing snakebites, insect stings, and other animal-related poisoning
• Treating plant-based poisoning .
• Addressing environmental and occupational exposure to toxins
• Developing antidotes and remedies for various poisons
• Gara Visha Vigyanan -treatment for food poisoning, food allergies etc

Under the guidance of Ayurvedic practitioners, students can:

• Develop expertise in toxicology and poisoning management
• Provide emergency care and treatment
• Create personalized treatment plans for patients
• Conduct research and develop new remedies