Abstract

EFFICACY OF AMALAKI BEEJA CHURNA IN MANAGEMENT OF SHWETA PRADARA (LEUCORRHOEA)

*Dr. Farida Parbin and Dr. (Prof) Yanbeni Humtsoe

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Abstract

Throughout history, women have been celebrated for their unique ability to create, known as "Janani." This quality is highlighted in ancient literature worldwide. Acharaya Charaka, Bhavaprakasha, Sarangadhar does not say that Shweta-Pradara is a specific disease. However “Pandura Asrigdara Chikitsa” is specially mentioned. Shweta-Pradara word has been firstly mentioned in Vrinda Madhava. While Kashyap mentioned as PARISRUTA jataharini In the context. Swetapradara, a common issue among women globally, often accompanies gynecological conditions and can lead to infections if untreated. Though not a disease, it causes bothersome vaginal discharge that affects physical health, comfort, and confidence. Leucorrhea is excessive vaginal discharge, which can be normal or pathological. Physiological leucorrhea, linked to menstruation or pregnancy, needs no treatment, while pathological leucorrhea, caused by infections or other factors, can lead to serious issues if untreated. Treatment for Shweta pradara involves balancing the vata and kapha doshas, with" Charak Samhita Chikitsa adyaya chapter 30"recommending Amalaki beeja churna with madhu and mishri. A single-arm interventional clinical trial was conducted at Government Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Ghy-14, involving 20 participants. The primary objective was to assess the impact of Amalaki beeja churna on Yoni Srava, Yoni Kandu, Yoni Toda 2 month period. The study included comprehensive data collection and analysis using standard statistical methods. The findings indicate that Amalaki beeja churna shows promise for managing Shweta pradara and warrants further investigation.

Keywords: Shweta pradara, Leucorrhoea, Clinical trial, Amalaki beeja churna.