Abstract

TO STUDY EFFICACY OF LODHRA WITH HONEY GEL IN UPAPLUTA YONIVYAPAD

Sumit* and Seema Gholap

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Abstract

Background and Objective: Vaginal candidiasis is fairly common during pregnancy due to various immunological and other physiological factors. Modern treatment for it entails many risks and other such limitations. It was decided to find out potential of ayurvedic formulation which is recommended in similar condition (a yonivyapad) with its economic feasibility as well as safety during pregnancy. Aim: To study efficacy of Lodhra with honey gel in Upapluta yonivyapad. Methodology: The research was carried out at Prasuti tantra and Striroga vibhag of Bharati Ayurved Hospital, Dhankawadi, Pune-43, Single blind experimental (clinical) study, total 30 patients were enrolled and were given 2ml of Lodhra with honey Gel for vaginal application twice a day for 7 days with follow up on 15 days of treatment. Results: Comparing the assessment criteria before and after treatment, it was seen that there was significant action of drugs used in gel on vaginal candidiasis during pregnancy. Treatment showed no any adverse effects in present clinical trial. Statistical analysis: As per statistical analysis Lodhra with honey gel showed significant effect. Conclusion: In the present study it has been proved that Lodhra with honey Gel had good effect on vaginal candidiasis during pregnancy. Candida albican species found in all patients. No any adverse or side effects were found during and after the treatment.

Keywords: Vaginal candidiasis during pregnancy, Lodhra, Honey.