IMPORTANCE OF RASAYANAS AND AYURVEDA APPROACHES FOR RESTORING THE HEALTH OF GERIATRIC WOMEN W.S.R. TO THE MANAGEMENT OF GYNECOLOGICAL PROBLEMS

Abstract

Ayurveda,the science of life practicing in India since ancient time and acceptance of natural drugs is increasing day by day globally. Ayurveda’s approach helps to cure many health ailments, promotes general healthand delay consequences of aging, etc. In this regards it is well documented that Ayurveda provides unique modalities for geriatric care and many natural drugs offers health benefits in gynecological issues related to the elderly patient. Natural menopause is biological process associated with middle aged or elderly women. The condition mainly involves Dhatukshya and Vata vitiation. In this connection Ayurveda advocated some approaches (Vayasthapan, Vajikara, Balya and Rasayana) for managing gynecological problems associated with elderly women. The Rasayana and Vata- Pitta pacifying drugs mainly advised for delaying symptoms of aging in geriatric female. These drugs are Yastimadhu, Draksha, Pippali, Haritaki, Chitraka, Shatavari and Shaliparni, etc. Moreover Ayurveda formulations such as; Amalaki Rasayana, Pippali Rasayana, Hartitaki Rasayana,Vidanga Rsayana, Bhallataka Rasayana, Triphala Rasayana andShilajatu Rasayana, etc. are also recommended for reversing consequences of menopause in elderly women.These drugs also help to restore general health byenriching nutritional value of the circulating plasma. The Ayurveda Rasayana therapy acts at the level of Agnithusimproves digestion and metabolicactivities which gets suppressed in elderly people. TheRasayana not only rejuvenate whole body but also improves quality of Rasa and establishes hormonal balances, therefore considered good for elderly female. 

Key-Words: Ayurveda, Geriatric, Gynecological, Rasayana.