The effect of Parushaka Moola Twak Lepa in Sukha Prasava - A Case Study

Abstract

Background: Child birth is a physiological natural process, where woman experiences the most severe and agonizing pain. Ayurvedic science has vast description on Prasava Paricharya and mentioned several drugs for accomplishing Sukha Prasava. Acharya Vangasena mentioned about Parushaka Moola Twak for Sukha Prasava. Aim and Objectives: To achieve normal vaginal delivery with in normal duration and without any complications. To evaluate the efficacy of Parushaka Moola Twak Lepa in Prasava. Materials and Methods: The Lepa was applied when the patient was in active first stage of labor. Repeated application of Lepa was done throughout the process of labor Result: Hastens the duration of stages of labor helps for cervical dilatation, effacement, consistency and normal process of labor by changing in the cervical position and head station. Conclusion: Parushaka Moola Twak Lepa was effective in reducing the duration of labor, progress of labor and for easy expulsion of foetus without affect the health of mother and foetus.