A Review on Karmukta of Ayurvedic Drugs Used for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Pcos)

Abstract

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common gynaecological disorder characterized by hypergonadotropism, hirsutism, obesity, oligomenorrhea and commonly associated with infertility. According to Ayurveda PCOS can correlate with several conditions described in Ayurveda i.e. Granthi. Arttavakshayam, Nashtaarttavam, Pushpagni Jataharini and Raktagulamam. In all these conditions Kapha and Vata are aggravated doshas and medas, mamsam and rakta are the vitiated dushyas. Hence, in the initial stage, Ayurvedic drugs are given to specify Vata and Kapha. PCOS has a complex pathophysiology involving insulin resistance, androgen abnormality and excess oestrogen secretion. In this review, an attempt has been made to study the use and mode of action of Ayurveda drugs for the treatment of PCOS. Herbal products like Yastimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Kumari(Aloe vera), Tvaka(Cinnamomum Zeylanicum), Mostly the Ayurvedic drugs used for the PCOS, all are Vata-kapha shamaka. These can be used to treat various symptoms of PCOS with no or mild side effects.