Abstract
Objectives: The most common bleeding disorders in women are described as Asrigdara in Ayurveda, characterized by Pradirana (excessive excretion) of Raja (menstrual blood). It can be correlated to ‘Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding’ in modern medicine. In modern medicine hormonal therapy, anti-prostaglandins & anti-fibrinolytic agents have not proven their definitive efficacy in spite of high costs; their side effects have led to hormonal imbalances. Methods: In order to overcome the above abnormalities, we conducted a clinical trial for 90 days on 30 patients of age group 18-45 yrs. We administered Shunthi Churna (2 gms.) and Lodhra Churna (3gms) mixed with Sharkara (5 gms.) i.e. total (10gms) thrice daily with cold water, after food. Two observations were taken, 1st after 45 days of treatment and the 2nd one after completion of treatment on various parameters like amount and duration of blood loss, inter-menstrual period, passage of clots and pain during menstruation. Results: Based on the parameters studied, we observed 60% of patients improved moderately, 36.7% showed mild-improvement, 3.3% showed marked-improvement in different symptoms. The results are highly significant on most parameters. Conclusion: Drug formulation Shunthi Churna and Lodhra Churna with Sharkara, proved to be effective in treating most of the symptoms of Asrigdara..
Highlights
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is defined as a state of excessive abnormal uterine bleeding without any clinically detectable organic pelvic pathology
Normal menstrual cycle varies from 21-35 days with the bleeding phase of 4-6 days with an average loss of 3545 ml of blood [2]
The disease A srigdara explained in Ayurveda may be closely co-related with the condition Dysfunctional uterine bleeding of contemporary medical science
Summary
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is defined as a state of excessive abnormal uterine bleeding without any clinically detectable organic pelvic pathology. The abnormality may be in frequency, duration or amount or combination of all [1]. Normal menstrual cycle varies from 21-35 days with the bleeding phase of 4-6 days with an average loss of 3545 ml of blood [2]. Abnormal menstrual cycle is defined as any deviation from the aforesaid. The disease A srigdara explained in Ayurveda may be closely co-related with the condition Dysfunctional uterine bleeding of contemporary medical science. According to A charya Charaka, if the menstrual cycle turns to be abnormal due to Pradirana (excessive secretion) of Raja, it is termed as Pradara [3]
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
