Shatavari Gulam is a “Best tonic for women”. It is used to treat wide range of gynaecological problems in females.  It is a semisolid or paste form of Ayurvedic formulation mentioned in ancient Ayurvedic text Sahasra Yoga Leha Prakarana 7. 

Benefits and Uses  

  • It strengthens the uterus and improves the functioning of ovary by regulating the Ovulation naturally and hence it is used to treat female Infertility 
  • It is used in abnormal bleeding disorders like Menorrhagia, Metrorrhagia and Dysmenorrhoea (painful menses) and leucorrhoea. 
  • It is a used to successfully treat conditions like PCOD and PCOS and irregular menses. 
  • It can be used to treat many urinary problems like Urinary tract infections and dysuria. It can be good option for treating the kidney stones containing Oxalates. 
  • It can also be used in liver complications like jaundice. 
  • It’s used in chronic digestive ailments to treat burning sensation in stomach. 
  • It a best galactagogue hence it is used in lactating women after the delivery. 
  • It can be used to increase the weight in much debilitated people with weakness of any age. 
  • In menopausal age it can be used in place of hormonal treatment as it is a natural phytoestrogen. 

Properties

  • Estrogenic  
  • Hematinic  
  • Muscle strengthening.
  • Antioxidant 
  • Galactagogue 
  • Anti-ulcerogenic 
  • Diuretic  
  • Antidepressant 

Main ingredients and Preparation: 

First, jaggery, ghee and juice of shatavari are boiled.

To this, small quantities of herbs known as Prakshepa Dravyas are added which includes Madhuka, Vetiver,  Gokshura ,  Sariva,  Vidari,  Shilajit,  Vamshlochana.

Dosage:  

Adults

10gms preferably with cow’s milk /warm water or honey. To be taken once or twice a day, before or after the meals or on advice of your ayurvedic physician. 

Children

Below age of 5yr – 1-2 gms preferably with cow’s milk or honey. To be taken once or twice a day. 

5-12 yrs – 2 to 5 gms preferably with cow’s milk or honey. To be taken once or twice a day. 

Diet: 

To Avoid:  

  • Fried and greasy foods
  • Items made with yogurt
  • Refined floor
  • Canned and processed food

To include:

  • Light easily digestible vegetarian meals
  • Freshly made soups.