Kumaryasavam Arishta
Kumaryasava is an Ayurvedic formulation, which has aloe vera as the main ingredient. Asavas are medicinal preparations prepared by soaking the drugs (decoction or powder) in a solution of jaggery or sugar for a definite period. It undergoes the fermentation process by producing alcohol, which facilitates the extraction of active constituents of drugs.1
Kumaryasava is composed of Aloe barbadensis, Terminalia chebula, Ricinus communis, Myristica fragrans, Syzygium aromaticum, Woodfordia fruticosa, Piper cubeba, Nardostachys jatamansi, jaggery and water.2 As per the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Kumaryasava should comprise not less than 5% v/v and not more than 10% v/v of self-generated alcohol.3
Phytochemical analysis of Kumaryasava showed the presence of saponins, phenolic compounds, tannins, and anthraquinone glycosides.1
Therapeutic Uses of Kumaryasava
The phytochemicals present in Kumaryasava, such as saponins, phenolic compounds, tannins, and anthraquinone glycosides, contribute to its various therapeutic uses.1
Kumaryasava is one of the most widely used over-the-counter products.
It is used as a health tonic for adults and children to treat weak digestion, urinary disorders, liver impairment, and cough.1
Benefits of Kumaryasava
As per Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Kumaryasava is beneficial in managing various conditions like digestive impairment, duodenal ulcers, urinary disorders, bleeding disorders, epilepsy, worm infestation, loss of memory, weakness, diseases of the abdomen, and tastelessness.4
Benefits of Kumaryasava as a Liver protective Agent
Kumaryasava has been widely used because of its various benefits in managing liver disorders.
Kumaryasava provides protection against hepatotoxicity.
Its hepatoprotective activity is attributed to the many antioxidant phytochemicals present in it.
It is a useful hepatoprotective formulation.5
Benefits of Kumaryasava in Treating Gastric Disorders
Kumaryasava has many benefits in managing gastric conditions.
Kumaryasava helps in relieving discomfort due to gas and acidity.
It also relieves constipation.
Additionally, it helps by stimulating digestive enzymes.6
Benefits of Kumaryasava in Managing Painful Periods
According to a study, the administration of Kumaryasava was found to be safe and effective in relieving the signs and symptoms associated with dysmenorrhoea (medical term for painful periods).
Kumaryasava could reduce the overall pain associated with dysmenorrhoea.7