Phala Ghrita

Phala Ghrita is a classical Ayurvedic ghrita, a medicated ghee. Listed in Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI); described in classical pharmacopoeial texts; standardized formulation available from GMP-certified manufacturers.

Key facts
Also known as	Phala Ghrita, PhalaGhrita
Pharmacopoeia status	Listed in Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI); described in classical pharmacopoeial texts; standardized formulation available from GMP-certified manufacturers

Names and identification

Language	Name
English	Phala Ghrita

Where is it described in the classical texts?

Ashtanga Hridayam by Acharya Vagbhata (for genital and reproductive disorders); Charaka Samhita (Phalasarpi); classical texts for both male and female infertility management

How does it work?

Shatavari provides phytoestrogenic support, nourishing ovaries, promoting reproductive hormones, and increasing libido
Kushta (Saussurea lappa) acts as uterine stimulant with aphrodisiac properties, maintaining semen morphology in males
Vidarikand maintains reproductive health by improving libido and fertility via adaptogenic and anabolic mechanisms
Tikta (bitter) and Madhura (sweet) rasa combination provides Dipana-Pachana (digestive stimulation) along with tissue nourishment
Ghee and milk base provides enhanced bioavailability of fat-soluble reproductive hormones and phytoestrogens

Which traditional uses are supported by research?

Vandhyatva (female infertility): clinical trial shows 21.43% conception rate and 23.80% menstrual regulation after 3-month course
Ovarian factor infertility: demonstrated comparable efficacy to clomiphene citrate for follicular development and ovulation
Shukra Dosha (male infertility/oligozoospermia): case reports validate traditional use for improving sperm parameters
Artava Dushti (menstrual irregularities): clinical evidence supports cycle regularization

What do recent clinical trials show?

Otta SP, Tripaty RN 2002. Clinical trial of phalaghrita on female infertility. Ancient science of life. PMID 22557087
Phala Ghrita demonstrated positive effects as Prajasthapana (conception-promoting) and Yoni Pradosha Nashaka (uterine disorder correcting) in infertile women

2 further claims previously listed here could not be traced to a published paper and have been removed. Classical formulations are researched largely in journals that PubMed does not index, so an absence here reflects the reach of the index rather than the state of the evidence.

Recent safety updates

Clinical study with 45 women confirmed no significant adverse effects during or after 3-month treatment, suggesting safe complementary fertility therapy
Ghee and milk base requires caution in lactose-intolerant individuals and those with hyperlipidemia
Should be used under Ayurvedic practitioner guidance for infertility; not a replacement for modern fertility treatments when indicated

What is it made of?

Mineral/Elemental Profile

Primary component: Mineral-derived preparation
Note: Composition varies by specific preparation method

Analytical Methods: XRD, ICP-OES, SEM-EDS

Dosage forms and preparation

Dosage Forms: Ghrita (medicated ghee), Capsule (for convenience)

Standard Dosage: 12-24ml for reproductive health

Bioavailability: Ghee is an excellent lipid carrier crossing blood-brain barrier; enhances absorption of fat-soluble phytochemicals by 3-5x compared to aqueous preparations

Optimal Timing: Before meals on empty stomach for best absorption

Shelf Life: 2 years (as per ASU guidelines for ghrita preparations); improves with aging (Purana Ghrita concept)

Storage: Airtight glass/stainless steel container, cool dry place, protected from light and moisture

Marker Compounds: Shatavarin, Withanolides

Quality Parameters: Acid value <4, peroxide value <5 meq/kg, moisture <0.5%, rancidity test negative, marker: Shatavarin, Withanolides

Vehicle (Anupana): Warm water or warm milk

Synergistic Combinations

Key herbs: Shatavari, Madhuka, Ashwagandha, fertility herbs; ghee enhances tissue penetration (yogavahi property)

#	Ingredient	Part	Quantity
1	Manjistha *	root	12 g.
2	Kustha	root	12 g.
3	Tagara *	root	12 g.
4	Haritaki *	pericarp	12 g.
5	Bibhitaka *	pericarp	12 g.
6	Amalaki	pericarp	12 g.
7	Sarkara *		12 g.
8	Vaca	rhizome	12 g.
9	Haridra	rhizome	12 g.
10	Daru haridra	stem	12 g.
11	Madhuka (yasti) *	root	12 g.
12	Meda *	root tuber	12 g.
13	Dipyaka (yavani)	fruit	12 g.
14	Katurohini (katuka)	Rz./Rt.	12 g.
15	Payasya (ksira vidari) *	root tuber	12 g.
16	Hingu	exudate	12 g.
17	Kakoli *	Sub. Rt.	12 g.
18	Vajigandha (asvagandha)	root	12 g.
19	Satavari	root tuber	12 g.
20	Ghrta (go ghrta)		768 g.
21	Ksira (go dugdha) *		3.072 l.

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