ROLE OF GARBHINI PARICHARYA IN SUKHA PRASAVA A CONCEPTUAL STUDY

Abstract

Pregnancy is a boon for every woman. Once the conception occurs, it is very essential to follow certain measures regarding aahaara, aachaara and aushadha (if necessary). During the nine months period of pregnancy, the pregnant woman may be facing some minor ailments which when attended in time may prevent future complications. During early weeks of pregnancy (I Trimester) - nausea and vomiting (hrullasam and chardi) may occur. During the mid-period (II Trimester) there may be anemia (pandu), pedal edema (pada sotha), hypertension etc. During the last weeks of pregnancy, there may be bleeding through vagina (Antepartum hemorrhage). Garbhini paricharya according to Ayurveda gives importance to each and every month of pregnancy and according to the need of the mother, certain aahaara and aushadha were suggested for ex: gokshura siddha ghritham mentioned by Susruthacharya in the 6th month prevents pre-eclampsia. Yogaratnakaram has mentioned ksheerapaka preparations using single drugs. This article highlights about the practical application of the medicines that can be used during pregnancy for preventing complications during pregnancy period and also those which help for sukha prasava. This study adds:With due consideration to the garbhini paricharya mentioned by achaaryaas, some clinical experiences of the author have been shared in the present article.