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Clinical study of the efficacy of ShwadanshtraBala Vati in Mutraroga W.S.R to mild urinary tract infections in pregnancy

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M. B. Kulkarni, Neha Agrawal
ยป doi: 10.48047/AFJBS.6.10.2024.6148-6171

Abstract

This study aims to discover a safe, efficient, and natural substitute for antibiotics. It will focus on finding an alternative that is effective in treating infections while minimizing risks and side effects., (It is essential to eliminate any potential side effects that may affect both the mother and the fetus. We need to take proactive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of both individuals.) in pregnancy. In today's world, embracing Ayurvedic medicine alongside modern medicine can prove to be highly beneficial for patient health. As per modern science Garbhini mutraroga can be correlated to urinary tract infections in pregnancy. Clinical Study were conducted on pregnant women having complaints and laboratory finding suggestive of mild urinary tract infection using shwadanshtrabala vati. Rasaratna Samucchaya mentions the use of Shwadanshtra (Gokshur) and Bala in treating Garbhini Mutraroga. Aim: Study the efficacy of Shwadanshtrabala vati in Mutraroga w.s.r to mild urinary tract infections in pregnancy. Methodology: The study was conducted on 30 patients, Gokshur vati and Bala vati 500 mg each twice a day for 7 days, with warm water. This study was conducted at Bharati Ayurveda hospital, during 2022-2023. It was a randomized, open clinical trial study. Patients with raised pus cells, total leucocyte count and neutrophil count, and symptoms of UTI were included in this study. Results: Total 30 patients evaluated in this study. Out of which 30 were recruited and 30 patients completed. The herbal medicine was tolerated well in trial group patients. Conclusions: In this study, it is proved that Shwadanshtrabala Vati could be the choice of herb in mild urinary tract infections in pregnancy. Thus, it is worth noting that Ayurvedic formulations have demonstrated their potential as a safe and effective natural alternative to antibiotics in managing mild cases of urinary tract infection during pregnancy.

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