Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF GARBHINI CHARDI (EMESIS GRAVIDARUM) - A CASE REPORT

Dr. Asokan V.*, Dr. Deepika Singh and Dr. Gayathri Bhat N. V.

ABSTRACT

Purpose: Emesis gravidarum is a common obstetrical problem where 50-80% of pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting during their first trimester which begins in the morning and frequently continues throughout the day; considered as one of the Vyakta Garbha Lakshana. If it is not tackled effectively in time; it may lead to complications in pregnancy (Garbhopadrava) affecting the quality of life of pregnant woman and thus the pregnancy outcome. Aim and objective of the study was to evaluate the role of Ayurvedic management of Garbhini Chardi by Bilwa-Lajadi syrup. Methodology: Multigravida woman aged 29 years with gestational period of eight weeks five days and complaints of repeated episodes of vomiting throughout the day associated with generalized weakness and anorexia with past history of Hyperemesis gravidarum throughout her first pregnancy visited the outpatient department. As antiemetic medication was not found beneficial she was administered with Ayurvedic formulation of Bilwa-Lajadi syrup along with Pathyahara for 30 days. Result: There was substantial relief of symptoms along with improvement in the general health and hydration status. Conclusion: Bilwa-Lajadi syrup was found effective in the management of Garbhini Chardi. Thus, early medication, adequate rest, assurance along with dietetic regimen is the key to overcome the Garbhini Chardi.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Bilwa-Lajadi syrup, Emesis Gravidarum, Garbhini Chardi.