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ISSN (Online) : 2277-4572

A CRITICAL REVIEW OF GOMUTRA HARITAKI PREPARATION METHODS

Abstract

Author(s): Gujarathi Ritesh*, Dwivedi L K , Gujarathi Jasmine

Gomutra Haritaki is one of the Ayurvedic drugs which have been described in the Samhitas like Charakasamhita, Sushrutasamhita, Ashtangahridayam etc. This drug has been recommended for the diseases like Shoth (Oedema), Arsha (Haemorrhoids) and Pandu (Anemia). Several references are available about the properties of Gomutra (Cow’s Urine) and Haritaki (Fruit of Terminalia Chebula) in different Samhitas. The different methods are described regarding the preparation of Gomutra Haritaki. This is multidimensional drug useful in various disorders. An attempt has been made to compile all the details of Gomutra Haritaki from classics along with its method of preparation.