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A clinical study of Devadarvyadi-Vati on Grahani Dosha in children

Rutu V Patel1, V K Kori, K S Patel

  • 1Department of Kaumarabhritya, Institute for Post Graduate Teaching and Research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India.

Ayu
|March 13, 2012
PubMed

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This study investigated Grahanidosha, a childhood gastro-intestinal disorder linked to dietary habits. Deavadarvyadi-Vati showed significant improvement in pediatric patients, highlighting its therapeutic potential.

Area of Science:

  • Ayurvedic Medicine
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Etiopathogenesis

Background:

  • Gastro-intestinal disorders are prevalent in pediatric practice, often leading to chronic illness.
  • Grahanidosha, an Ayurvedic condition associated with Agnidushti (digestive impairment), is frequently observed in children due to poor diet and lifestyle.
  • Understanding the etiopathogenesis of Grahanidosha is crucial for effective management in childhood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the etiopathogenesis of Grahanidosha in children.
  • To evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of Deavadarvyadi-Vati in managing Grahanidosha.
  • To compare the effects of Deavadarvyadi-Vati with a control medication, Bhunimbadi-Vati.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted on 32 pediatric patients (ages 3-12) diagnosed with Grahanidosha.
  • Patients were randomly assigned to two groups: Group A received Deavadarvyadi-Vati, and Group B received Bhunimbadi-Vati.
  • Both medications were administered for 4 weeks with warm water (Koshna Jala), and etiologies and symptoms were carefully monitored.

Main Results:

  • In Group A, treated with Deavadarvyadi-Vati, 21.43% of patients showed marked improvement.
  • Moderate improvement was observed in 57.14% of patients in Group A, while 21.43% experienced mild improvement.
  • The study focused on symptom and etiological factor assessment post-treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Deavadarvyadi-Vati demonstrated significant efficacy in improving symptoms of Grahanidosha in pediatric patients.
  • The findings suggest Deavadarvyadi-Vati as a potentially effective treatment for childhood gastro-intestinal disorders like Grahanidosha.
  • Further research could explore long-term effects and comparative analyses with other Ayurvedic interventions.

Keywords:
BhunimbadivatiDevadarvyadivatiGrahani Dosha

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