Efficacy of prishnaparni-bala-vasa kwatha in garbhavastha janya shopha
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Original article title: Efficacy of prishnaparni-bala-vasa kwatha in garbhavastha janya shopha
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*Shubha M
Assistant Professor, Dept of Prasooti Tantra & Stree Roga, Sushrutha Ayurvedic Medical College, Jodi Bingipura, Jigani Hobli, Anekal Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Sunita Siddesh
Reader & H.O.D, Dept of Prasooti Tantra & Stree Roga, Sri Kalabyraveshwara Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital & Research Center, Bangalore 560 104, Karnataka, India.
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Introduction
Pregnancy often induces various physiological changes in the mother, leading to symptoms such as "Garbhavastha Janya Pada Shopha," or pedal edema. This condition, which occurs in 50-80% of healthy pregnant women, can lead to complications like deep vein thrombosis if left untreated. The Ayurvedic formulation "Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha" has been identified as a potential treatment for managing this form of edema during pregnancy. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of this Ayurvedic remedy in treating non-pathological mild to moderate pedal edema associated with pregnancy.
Efficacy of Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha
In the study, 30 pregnant women experiencing mild to moderate pedal edema were treated with "Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha," administered three times daily for 15 days. The treatment showed statistically significant improvements in various measurements of edema, including location, circumference, and grading of edema in both legs. The results revealed reductions in circumferences at the forefoot and ankle joints, highlighting the formulation's effectiveness in managing edema through mechanisms like promoting fluid balance and alleviating pressure.
Understanding Pedal Edema During Pregnancy
The nature of pedal edema in pregnancy is primarily physiological, often confined to the forefoot and ankle regions. The study assessed parameters such as the presence of unilateral or bilateral edema and the grade of edema. Findings indicated that most participants presented with mild to moderate pitting edema, showing improvements after treatment. The study also documented a slight recurrence of edema during follow-ups, suggesting the need for ongoing management of this condition in pregnant women.
Conclusion
The research demonstrated that "Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha" is an effective therapeutic intervention for non-pathological mild to moderate Garbhavastha Janya Shopha. Participants exhibited significant reductions in edema throughout the treatment period, with minimal adverse effects noted for both mothers and fetuses. The findings suggest the potential for incorporating Ayurvedic formulations in prenatal care to manage common pregnancy-related symptoms effectively. Further investigations could help to establish comprehensive guidelines for treatment and support the health of pregnant women.
FAQ section (important questions/answers):
What is Garbhavastha Janya Shopha during pregnancy?
Garbhavastha Janya Shopha refers to pedal edema that occurs physiologically during pregnancy. It affects 50-80% of pregnant women and can lead to complications like deep-vein thrombosis if not treated.
How effective is Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha for treating edema?
Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha was found to be effective in reducing non-pathological mild to moderate Garbhavastha Janya Shopha. Statistically significant reductions in edema were observed during treatment and follow-up.
Who was included in the study for this treatment?
The study included pregnant women aged 18-35 years at 21 to 32 weeks of gestation, diagnosed with non-pathological mild to moderate pedal edema. Exclusions included women with pre-existing medical conditions affecting edema.
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1) Edema (Oedema):
Oedema refers to the swelling caused by the accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space between cells. This condition is particularly relevant in the context of pregnancy, where it is described as Garbhavastha Janya Shopha. Pedal oedema in pregnant women, if not treated, can predispose to deep-vein thrombosis.
2) Shopha (Sopha):
Shopha is the term used in Ayurveda for swelling or oedema. In this study, Garbhavastha Janya Shopha refers specifically to the swelling that occurs during pregnancy. The study focuses on treating this Shopha using Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha to maintain the health of the mother and fetus.
3) Bala:
Bala is one of the herbs used in Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha. It acts as a Vata Shamaka due to its Madhura, Pichila, and Snigdha gunas, and its use helps in reducing the oedema by balancing the body's doshas. Bala's properties are essential in the treatment of Garbhavastha Janya Shopha.
4) Vasa (Vasha):
Vasa is another key component of the Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha. It contains compounds like quinolizone and pyrroquinazolin, which help reduce fluid retention in the capillaries. This action makes Vasa effective in managing pedal oedema during pregnancy.
5) Pada:
Pada refers to the foot, which is a common site for physiological oedema in pregnant women. Garbhavastha Janya Shopha often manifests in the forefoot and ankle region, and the study aims to reduce this swelling effectively using Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha.
6) Pregnant:
Pregnant women often experience various physiological changes, one of which is pedal oedema. The study targets this specific group, focusing on women between the 21st to 32nd weeks of gestation, aiming to treat mild to moderate non-pathological pedal oedema.
7) Tantra (Tamtra, Tantrism):
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8) Shubha (Subha):
Dr. Shubha M is one of the authors of the study on the efficacy of Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha in treating Garbhavastha Janya Shopha. She is an Assistant Professor in the Dept of Prasooti Tantra and Stree Roga at Sushrutha Ayurvedic Medical College, Karnataka, India.
9) Roga:
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10) Sophahara (Shophahara, Shopha-hara):
[see source text or glossary: Shopha-hara]
11) Karnataka:
Karnataka is the Indian state where the study was conducted. The authors are affiliated with Ayurvedic medical institutions in Bangalore, Karnataka, including Sushrutha Ayurvedic Medical College and Sri Kalabyraveshwara Ayurvedic Medical College.
12) Medicine:
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13) Madhura:
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14) Disease:
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15) India:
India is the country where this research on the efficacy of Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha in treating Garbhavastha Janya Shopha was conducted. The study involves Ayurvedic medical principles and practices native to Indian medicine.
16) Drug:
Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha is the drug under investigation in this study. This herbal formulation is intended to treat non-pathological pedal oedema in pregnant women, demonstrating significant efficacy according to the research findings.
17) Prishniparni (Prsniparni, Prishni-parni):
Prishniparni is one of the primary herbs used in the Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha. It has Vatashamaka properties due to its Madhura rasa, Madhura vipaka, and Ushna virya, contributing significantly to reducing oedema in pregnant women.
18) Ayurveda (Ayus-veda):
Ayurveda is the traditional Indian system of medicine, which emphasizes maintaining health and treating diseases. The study leverages Ayurvedic principles and herbs like Prishniparni, Bala, and Vasa to address Garbhavastha Janya Shopha in pregnant women.
19) Garbhini:
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20) Nature:
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21) Yoga:
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22) Jodi:
Jodi Bingipura is a location in Karnataka, India, home to the Sushrutha Ayurvedic Medical College where Dr. Shubha M, one of the study's authors, works. The college is involved in the research on pedal oedema treatment during pregnancy.
23) Madhurarasa (Madhura-rasa):
[see source text or glossary: Madhura-rasa]
24) Tuberculosis:
Patients with tuberculosis were excluded from the study to focus on non-pathological mild to moderate pedal oedema in pregnant women. The exclusion criteria ensured that the results were specific to Garbhavastha Janya Shopha.
25) Shothahara (Sothahara, Shotha-hara):
Shothahara refers to the anti-inflammatory property that helps in reducing swelling. The Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha used in the study has Shothahara properties, demonstrating its efficacy in treating non-pathological pedal oedema in pregnant women.
26) Discussion:
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27) Flavonoid:
Flavonoids in Prishniparni act as antioxidants with Shophahara properties. They help in scavenging free radicals, thus reducing oedema. This is one of the mechanisms by which Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha is effective in treating pedal oedema.
28) Rakshana (Raksana):
[see source text or glossary: Rakshana]
29) Vatahara (Vata-ahara):
Vatahara describes the property of reducing excess Vata dosha in Ayurvedic terms. Both Prishniparni and Bala have Vatahara properties, which help in mitigating the symptoms of Garbhavastha Janya Shopha by balancing the Vata dosha.
30) Vatakara:
Vatakara refers to factors that aggravate Vata dosha. In the study, the use of Vatakara Ahara (diet) and Vihara (activities) by pregnant women contributed to the development of pedal oedema, which was then treated using Vatahara properties of the herbs.
31) Epilepsy:
Patients with epilepsy were excluded from the study to focus specifically on treating non-pathological mild to moderate pedal oedema in pregnant women, ensuring the results were relevant to Garbhavastha Janya Shopha.
32) Prakopa:
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33) Snigdha:
[see source text or glossary: Snigdha]
34) Mutrala:
Mutrala refers to the diuretic property that aids in reducing fluid retention. Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha possesses Mutrala properties, which contribute to its efficacy in ameliorating oedema in pregnant women by promoting urine formation and excretion.
35) Samaka (Shamaka):
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36) Vikara:
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37) Hridya (Hrdya):
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38) Vihara:
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39) Vipaka:
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40) Powder:
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41) Dosha (Dosa):
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42) Karma (Karman):
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43) Patra:
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44) Ushna (Usna):
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45) Ahara:
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46) Virya:
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47) Balya:
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48) Ayus (Ayush):
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49) Sugar:
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50) Blood:
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51) Hara:
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52) Agni:
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53) Rasa (Rasha):
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54) Vata:
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55) Guna:
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56) Goud:
Dr. Kiran M Goud is the Principal of Sri Kalabyraveshwara Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital & Research Center, Bangalore. He provided valuable support for the study on the efficacy of Prishnaparni-Bala-Vasa Kwatha in treating Garbhavastha Janya Shopha.
57) Diet:
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