Pushyanuga Churna

Names and identification

Language	Name
English	Pushyanuga Churna

Where is it described in the classical texts?

Charaka Samhita (Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 30 - Yonivyapad Chikitsa); one of the most important gynecological formulations in Ayurveda; also referenced in Ashtanga Hridayam, Bhaishajya Ratnavali, and Sharangdhara Samhita; contains 25 herbal ingredients and one mineral (Gairik)

How does it work?

• Hemostatic (Raktastambhaka) action: Kashaya Rasa (astringent taste) and Sheeta Veerya (cool potency) of majority ingredients constrict uterine blood vessels and strengthen endometrial tissue, reducing excessive menstrual bleeding
• Hormonal regulation: Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) triggers hypothalamic FSH and LH release, stimulating progesterone production that stabilizes the endometrium and controls dysfunctional uterine bleeding
• Antimicrobial genitourinary defense: Rasanjana (berberine), Lodhra, and multiple astringent herbs provide broad-spectrum antibacterial and antifungal activity in the female reproductive tract
• Anti-inflammatory and wound healing: Manjishta (Rubia cordifolia) and Arjuna bark provide anti-inflammatory and tissue-healing action in the endometrium and reproductive tract
• Pitta-Vata pacification: Cool potency and astringent/bitter tastes pacify Pitta (bleeding tendency) and Vata (pain, irregularity) in the reproductive system

Which traditional uses are supported by research?

• Menorrhagia (Raktapradara/DUB) management validated in clinical study showing highly significant (P<0.001) reduction in uterine hemorrhage with 68% good-to-fair response rate
• Leucorrhoea (Shweta Pradara) management validated through demonstrated antimicrobial and astringent mechanisms in the female genitourinary tract
• Hormonal balance for menstrual disorders validated through demonstrated FSH/LH/progesterone regulation by Lodhra extract
• Reproductive tract infection management validated through broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against gynecological pathogens

What do recent clinical trials show?

4 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

• Generally safe at recommended doses (1-3g with honey and rice-washed water); may cause mild constipation due to astringent herbs; not recommended during pregnancy or if trying to conceive; use only after proper gynecological diagnosis
• Long-term unsupervised use not recommended; excessive menstrual bleeding should be evaluated for underlying pathology (fibroids, polyps, endometrial hyperplasia) before relying solely on herbal management; some ingredients (Ativisha) require proper processing

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: Churna (fine powder), Capsule, Tablet

Standard Dosage: 3-6g twice daily for gynecological conditions

Bioavailability: Powder form provides faster disintegration than tablets; particle size reduction enhances surface area for absorption

Optimal Timing: Before meals

Shelf Life: 2 years (as per ASU guidelines for churna)

Storage: Airtight container, cool dry place, protected from moisture

Marker Compounds: Loturine, Cyperene, Atisin

Quality Parameters: Mesh size NLT 85#, moisture NMT 6%, total ash per pharmacopoeia, assay of marker compounds: Loturine, Cyperene, Atisin

Vehicle (Anupana): Rice water or honey

Synergistic Combinations

• With Rice water or honey as vehicle for enhanced absorption