Study of Shatavaryadi vs. Guduchyadi Churna on postmenopausal syndrome.
Journal name: Ayushdhara
Original article title: A Comparative Clinical Study of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna on Rajonivrutti Avastha with special reference to Postmenopausal Syndrome
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Utpal Deb Barma
PG Scholar, Dept. of Prasuti & Stree Roga, National Institute of Ayurved, Aamer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Sushila Sharma
Professor, Dept. of Prasuti & Stree Roga, National Institute of Ayurved, Aamer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
B.Pushpalatha
Associate Professor, Dept. of Prasuti & Stree Roga, National Institute of Ayurved, Aamer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Hetal H. Dave
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Prasuti & Stree Roga, National Institute of Ayurved, Aamer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
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Year: 2022 | Doi: 10.47070/ayushdhara.v10i4.654
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Introduction
Menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive life, characterized by the permanent cessation of menstruation due to the loss of ovarian function. The age at which menopause occurs is largely genetically determined, impacting approximately one in five women in India, who may experience menopause before the age of 41. This study investigates the efficacy of two Ayurvedic formulations, Shatavaryadi Churna and Guduchyadi Churna, in managing symptoms associated with Postmenopausal Syndrome, particularly focusing on their effects on Rajonivrutti Avastha, which correlates with the menopausal phase.
Efficacy of Shatavaryadi Churna
Shatavaryadi Churna demonstrated a significant impact on reducing symptoms related to hot flushes, sweating, insomnia, and fatigue. The study showed an impressive 57.58% relief in hot flushes, attributed to the estrogenic effects of herbal components in the formulation such as Shatavari and Ashwagandha. These herbs are known for their anti-stress and sedative properties, contributing to enhanced overall well-being. The results suggest that Shatavaryadi Churna effectively alleviates several key symptoms of Postmenopausal Syndrome, showcasing its promising role as a therapeutic agent.
Benefits of Guduchyadi Churna
Similarly, Guduchyadi Churna exhibited notable benefits, particularly regarding its effects on hot flushes and palpitation, with a relief percentage of 50% and 63.64% respectively. The formulation's effectiveness is attributed to the combined action of its ingredients, which offer antipyretic and vasodilatory effects. Additionally, it provided moderate relief in conditions like arthralgia and fatigue, which can plague postmenopausal women. Although its efficacy was slightly lower than that of Shatavaryadi Churna, Guduchyadi Churna remains a valuable option for managing Postmenopausal Syndrome, especially in cases where osteoporosis is a concern.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the clinical study concludes that both Shatavaryadi Churna and Guduchyadi Churna are effective Ayurvedic remedies for managing symptoms associated with Postmenopausal Syndrome. While Shatavaryadi Churna proved to be more effective overall, particularly in managing hypertension-related symptoms, Guduchyadi Churna emerged as a suitable alternative for patients experiencing osteoporosis. Both formulations are safe, promising, and cost-effective options that can assist in improving the quality of life for women during and after the menopausal transition. Further research could provide more in-depth understanding and potentially enhance treatment protocols.
FAQ section (important questions/answers):
What are Shatavaryadi Churna and Guduchyadi Churna used for?
Both Shatavaryadi Churna and Guduchyadi Churna are Ayurvedic formulations used for the management of Postmenopausal Syndrome. They contain ingredients that help alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, promoting overall women's health.
How effective is Shatavaryadi Churna compared to Guduchyadi Churna?
Shatavaryadi Churna has shown more effectiveness than Guduchyadi Churna in managing Postmenopausal Syndrome symptoms. While both are effective, Shatavaryadi Churna provides better results, particularly in alleviating hot flushes and related symptoms.
What are the side effects of using these Churnas?
Both Shatavaryadi Churna and Guduchyadi Churna are considered safe with promising results in treating Postmenopausal Syndrome. However, potential side effects should be monitored, and users are advised to consult healthcare professionals before starting treatment.
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Scientific and Ayurvedic Glossary list for “Study of Shatavaryadi vs. Guduchyadi Churna on postmenopausal syndrome.�. This list explains important keywords that occur in this article and links it to the glossary for a better understanding of that concept in the context of Ayurveda and other topics.
1) Shatavaryadi (Satavaryadi):
The term 'Shatavaryadi' refers to a type of Churna, a medicinal powder in Ayurveda. It is composed of various herbal ingredients and used to treat Postmenopausal Syndrome, as it helps in balancing Vata and Pitta doshas.
2) Drug:
The word 'drug' in this context refers to herbal medications used in Ayurveda like Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna, which are utilized for their therapeutic properties in treating Postmenopausal Syndrome.
3) Shatavari (Satavari):
Shatavari is a key ingredient in Shatavaryadi Churna, known for its oestrogenic and adaptogenic properties. It helps in balancing hormones and alleviates symptoms like hot flushes and sweating in postmenopausal women.
4) Sweating (Sweat):
Sweating is a common symptom of Postmenopausal Syndrome. Shatavaryadi Churna includes herbs like Shatavari and Ashwagandha, which have phytosterol and hypothermic activities that help in reducing hot flushes and excessive sweating.
5) Vidanga (Vidamga):
Vidanga is an ingredient in Guduchyadi Churna known for its antioxidant properties. It helps in treating hot flushes and sweating by its vasodilatory effects and also contributes to alleviating other symptoms of Postmenopausal Syndrome.
6) Shunthi (Sunthi, Sumthi, Shumthi):
Shunthi, another name for dried ginger, is found in Guduchyadi Churna. It has hypoglycemic and anti-inflammatory properties that help in managing blood sugar levels and reducing fatigue, making it beneficial in Postmenopausal Syndrome treatments.
7) Shankhapushpi (Sankhapuspi, Samkhapuspi):
Shankhapushpi is an herb in Guduchyadi Churna with antioxidant and sedative properties. It helps in reducing anxiety and insomnia, which are common symptoms of Postmenopausal Syndrome.
8) Sugar:
The context refers to blood sugar levels. Both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna have hypoglycemic properties that aid in managing blood sugar levels, which is crucial for postmenopausal women with Diabetes Mellitus.
9) Vata:
In Ayurveda, 'Vata' is one of the three doshas. Postmenopausal Syndrome involves Vata predominance, and treatments like Shatavaryadi Churna aim to balance it along with Pitta to alleviate symptoms.
10) Ashvagandha (Asvagandha, Ashwagandha, Ashvagamdha, Ashva-gandha):
Ashwagandha is a crucial herb in Shatavaryadi Churna that exhibits anti-stress, sedative, and adaptogenic properties, helping to relieve insomnia, fatigue, and arthralgia in postmenopausal women.
11) Haritaki:
Haritaki in Guduchyadi Churna has cardioprotective and hypolipidemic effects. It aids in reducing heart discomfort and managing blood pressure, making it beneficial for postmenopausal treatment.
12) Avastha:
The term 'Avastha' refers to a condition or state. Rajonivrutti Avastha in Ayurveda corresponds to the postmenopausal state, which is the focus of the clinical study investigating the effectiveness of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna.
13) Blood:
Blood is referenced in the context of haematological investigations like Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Serum Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), which were measured to assess the efficacy of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna in postmenopausal women.
14) Milk:
Milk is used as Anupana, a vehicle for administering both Shatavaryadi Churna and Guduchyadi Churna, enhancing their effectiveness in managing Postmenopausal Syndrome.
15) Punarnava (Punar-nava):
Punarnava is an herb in Shatavaryadi Churna with oestrogenic and diuretic properties. It helps in managing hot flushes and sweating, contributing to the therapeutic effects in postmenopausal women.
16) Nagabala (Naga-bala):
Nagabala is included in Shatavaryadi Churna for its oestrogenic and cardiotropic properties. It aids in reducing hot flashes and supporting heart health in postmenopausal women.
17) Rasayana (Rasa-ayana):
Rasayana refers to rejuvenating therapies in Ayurveda. Both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna are described as Rasayana, helping in overall health improvement and symptom relief in postmenopausal syndrome.
18) Barma:
Utpal Deb Barma is one of the authors of the clinical study comparing Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna. His work contributes to the understanding of their effectiveness in managing postmenopausal syndrome.
19) Vedanasthapana (Vedana-sthapana):
Vedanasthapana refers to pain-relieving properties in Ayurveda. Both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna possess Vedanasthapana qualities, which help in relieving symptoms such as arthralgia and myalgia in postmenopausal women.
20) Apamarga:
Apamarga is an herb in Guduchyadi Churna with vasodilatory effects. It helps in managing hot flushes and sweating, contributing to alleviating postmenopausal symptoms.
21) Musali (Mushali):
Mushali in Shatavaryadi Churna has oestrogenic and adaptogenic properties. It helps in reducing fatigue and supporting overall health in postmenopausal women.
22) Vertigo:
Vertigo is a symptom of Postmenopausal Syndrome. The clinical study assessed the effectiveness of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna in alleviating such symptoms.
23) Hridya (Hrdya):
Hridya refers to heart-protective properties. Both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna contain herbs with Hridya properties, supporting cardiovascular health in postmenopausal women.
24) Medhya:
Medhya refers to cognitive-enhancing properties. The herbs in Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna help improve mental clarity and reduce symptoms like anxiety and fatigue in postmenopausal women.
25) Vaca:
Vacha in Guduchyadi Churna acts as a sedative and tranquilizer. It helps in alleviating insomnia, anxiety, and other stress-related symptoms in postmenopausal women.
26) Ayurveda (Ayus-veda):
Ayurveda is the traditional Indian system of medicine used in this study. It involves holistic treatments and herbal formulations like Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna to manage Postmenopausal Syndrome.
27) Mud:
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28) Tridoshahara (Tridosahara, Tridosha-hara):
Tridoshahara refers to the balancing of all three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Guduchyadi Churna is described as Tridoshahara, helping to maintain overall dosha balance in postmenopausal women.
29) Vatapitta (Vata-pitta):
The term Vata-Pitta refers to the two doshas that become imbalanced during menopause. Shatavaryadi Churna helps in balancing these doshas, thus alleviating postmenopausal symptoms.
30) Prasuti:
Prasuti refers to obstetrics in Ayurveda. The study was conducted in the Prasuti and Stree Roga (gynecology) department to assess the effectiveness of the Ayurvedic formulations in postmenopausal women.
31) Anupana:
Anupana refers to the vehicle substance used to administer a medicine. In this study, milk Acts as Anupana for both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna, enhancing their efficacy.
32) Dipana:
Dipana refers to digestive-stimulant properties in Ayurveda. Both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna have Dipana properties, aiding in digestion and metabolism, which is crucial for postmenopausal women.
33) Vihara:
Vihara refers to lifestyle practices. The study emphasizes healthy lifestyle choices like spending time with family, doing weight-bearing exercises, and yoga to complement the treatment of postmenopausal syndrome.
34) Jaipur:
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, is the location where this clinical study was conducted at the National Institute of Ayurveda, providing a geographical context for the research.
35) Pitta:
Pitta is one of the three doshas in Ayurveda. An imbalance in Pitta, along with Vata, contributes to postmenopausal symptoms, which treatments like Shatavaryadi Churna aim to balance.
36) India:
India is the country where the study was conducted, highlighting the significance of traditional Ayurvedic treatments like Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna in managing postmenopausal syndrome.
37) Balya:
Balya refers to strength-giving properties. Both Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna have Balya qualities, helping improve physical strength and resilience in postmenopausal women.
38) Food:
Food mentioned in the context of Pathya (recommended diet) includes nutritious items that support the treatment of Postmenopausal Syndrome, complementing the effects of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna.
39) Diet:
Diet plays a crucial role in managing postmenopausal symptoms. The study outlines Pathya (recommended) and Apathya (to be avoided) diets that enhance the efficacy of herbal treatments like Shatavaryadi Churna.
40) Butter milk (Buttermilk):
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41) Dhatukshaya (Dhatuksaya, Dhatu-kshaya):
Dhatukshaya in Ayurveda refers to the depletion of bodily tissues. Menopause is associated with Dhatukshaya, and treatments like Shatavaryadi Churna aim to counteract this depletion.
42) Discussion:
Discussion in the study provides insights into the clinical outcomes and mechanisms by which Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna alleviate postmenopausal symptoms.
43) Meditation:
Meditation is recommended as part of Vihara (lifestyle practices) to manage stress and improve overall well-being, complementing the effects of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna in postmenopausal treatment.
44) Rajasthan:
Rajasthan is the Indian state where Jaipur is located. The study on Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna was conducted at the National Institute of Ayurveda in Rajasthan.
45) Apathya:
Apathya refers to foods and activities to be avoided. In the context of the study, it includes items like caffeine, alcohol, and mental stress, which can worsen postmenopausal symptoms.
46) Samaka (Shamaka):
Shamaka refers to pacifying properties. Shatavaryadi Churna is described as Vata-Pitta Shamaka, helping to balance these doshas and alleviate postmenopausal symptoms.
47) Disease:
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48) Pathya:
Pathya refers to recommended foods and activities. The study includes guidelines for a nutritious diet and lifestyle practices that support the treatment of postmenopausal syndrome with Ayurvedic formulations.
49) Family:
Spending time with family is part of the recommended Vihara (lifestyle practices) to improve emotional well-being, complementing the therapeutic effects of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna.
50) Sharman (Sarma, Sharma, Sarman):
Sushila Sharma is one of the authors and a professor involved in the clinical study, contributing to the comparative analysis of Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna in treating postmenopausal syndrome.
51) Karma (Karman):
Karma here refers to actions or interventions. Vata-pitta vardhaka karma refers to activities that can aggravate Vata and Pitta doshas, which should be avoided to improve postmenopausal health.
52) Ahara:
Ahara means diet or food. The study outlines Pathya Ahara (recommended foods) that help in managing postmenopausal symptoms along with herbal treatments like Shatavaryadi Churna.
53) Ayus (Ayush):
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54) Worry (Worried, Worrying):
Mental stress and needless worry are considered Apathya (to be avoided) in Ayurvedic treatment to prevent aggravation of postmenopausal symptoms.
55) Roga:
Roga refers to disease. The study by the Department of Prasuti and Stree Roga focuses on managing postmenopausal syndrome through treatments like Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna.
56) Yoga:
Yoga is recommended as part of Vihara (lifestyle practices) to enhance mental and physical health, supporting the treatment of postmenopausal syndrome with Shatavaryadi and Guduchyadi Churna.
57) Soya:
Soya products are part of the recommended diet (Pathya Ahara) for postmenopausal women, helping to provide necessary nutrients and improve overall health.
58) Rice (Rce):
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