Sukumaram Ghritam

Sukumaram Ghritam is a classical Ayurvedic ghrita, a medicated ghee. Listed in Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API); standardized as per API norms; manufactured under GMP-certification; available in Sahasrayogam formulary.

Key facts
Also known as	Sukumaram Ghritam, SukumaramGhritam
Pharmacopoeia status	Listed in Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API); standardized as per API norms; manufactured under GMP-certification; available in Sahasrayogam formulary

Names and identification

Language	Name
English	Sukumaram Ghritam

Where is it described in the classical texts?

Ashtanga Hridayam (Vidaryadi group of herbs); Sahasrayogam (Saptavarti preparation); later commentaries in medieval Ayurvedic compendiums

How does it work?

Vidaryadi herbs provide Vata-pacifying action, relieving spasmodic pain in uterus and promoting smooth muscle relaxation
Ashwagandha (withanolides) modulates hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, supporting hormonal balance and fertility
Bala and Shatavari provide phytoestrogenic support, nourishing the female reproductive system
Dashamoola’s anti-inflammatory action reduces pelvic inflammation and congestion
Ghee medium enhances absorption of lipid-soluble phytoestrogens and adaptogenic compounds

Which traditional uses are supported by research?

Rajonirvritti (menopausal syndrome): prospective clinical study validates significant symptom improvement over 84 days
Yoni Roga (gynecological disorders): clinical reviews confirm efficacy in dysmenorrhea, menstrual irregularities, and pelvic pain
Vandhyatva (infertility): traditional use for fertility enhancement supported by pharmacological evidence of hormonal modulation
Gulma (abdominal masses): anti-inflammatory and Vata-pacifying actions validated in abdominal conditions

What do recent clinical trials show?

3 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

Prospective clinical study confirms all safety laboratory parameters (liver and renal function) remained within normal limits throughout 84-day trial; no adverse events or adverse drug reactions reported
Compliant to standards laid in Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API); manufactured by GMP-certified facilities
Not recommended during active menstruation in heavy flow; consult practitioner for use during pregnancy

What is it made of?

Key Active Markers

Derived from constituent herbs (see individual herb profiles)
Standardized on primary bioactive markers

Analytical Methods: HPLC fingerprinting, TLC (identity), LC-MS/MS (marker quantification)

Dosage forms and preparation

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

Standard Dosage: 12-24ml for gynecological and abdominal conditions

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, Ricinoleic acid

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

Vehicle (Anupana): Warm water or warm milk

Synergistic Combinations

Key herbs: Sukumara herbs: Eranda, Shatavari, Triphala in ghee; ghee enhances tissue penetration (yogavahi property)

#	Ingredient	Part	Quantity
1	Punarnava (raktapunarnava) *	whole plant	4.800 kg.
2	Bilva *	Rt./St. Bk.	480 g.
3	Syonaka *	Rt./St. Bk.	480 g.
4	Gambhari	Rt./St. Bk.	480 g.
5	Patala *	Rt./St. Bk.	480 g.
6	Agnimantha	Rt/St. Bk.	480 g.
7	Salaparni *		480 g.
8	Prsniparni *	whole plant	480 g.
9	Brhati *	whole plant	480 g.
10	Kantakari *	whole plant	480 g.
11	Goksura *	whole plant	480 g.
12	Payasa *	Sub. Rt.	480 g.
13	Asvagandha	root	480 g.
14	Eranda	root	480 g.
15	Satavari	root tuber	480 g.
16	Darbha-mula *	root	480 g.
17	Kusa-mula	root	480 g.
18	Sara-mula *	root	480 g.
19	Kasa-mula	root	480 g.
20	Iksu-mula	root	480 g.
21	Potagala-mula	root	480 g.
22	Water for decoction *		49.152 l., reduced to 6.144 l.
23	Guda		1.440 kg.
24	Eranda taila *	oil	768 g.
25	Ghrta (go ghrta)		1.536 kg.
26	Payas (go dugdha)		1.536 kg.
27	Krsna *	fruit	96 g.
28	Krsna mula *	root	96 g.
29	Saindhava lavana		96 g.
30	Yasti	root	96 g.
31	Madhuka *	flower	96 g.
32	Mrdvika (draksa)	dry fruit	96 g.
33	Yavani	fruit	96 g.
34	Nagara (sunthi) *	rhizome	96 g.

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