Role of punarnavadi mandura in hypothyroidism- a critical review

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Journal name: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Original article title: Role of punarnavadi mandura in hypothyroidism- a critical review
The International Ayurvedic Medical Journal (IAMJ) is a peer-reviewed scientific publication dedicated to Ayurveda. It aims to integrate Ayurvedic concepts with modern scientific understanding, offering a comprehensive source of validated knowledge for both the modern Ayurvedic community and the broader medical fraternity.

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Aparna M.S
R R Geethesh P
Ravindra Angadi
Ashok Kumar B N
Sushmitha V S


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Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormones. It is one of the most common thyroid disorders in India affecting one in ten adults. The prevalence of hypothyroidism in India is 11%. The main symptoms are tiredness, cold intolerance, vitiligo, aches and pain, heaviness of the body, myxedema, etc. These symptoms can be seen in Panduroga also, that is Durbala, Srama, Shishira dweshi, Pandutva, Gatradhoola, Sareeragourava, Shopha, etc. Ayurveda has a wide range of medicines for the management of such conditions with fewer side effects. Punarnavadi mandura is one among that, which is mentioned in Charaka samhita in Pandu Rogadhikara. Mainly it works as Rasayana in Hypothyroidism, and it will act from the level of Rasa dhathu . Here an attempt is made to evaluate the role and effect of Punarnavadimandura in Hypothyroidism. Keywords: Punarnavadi mandura, Hypothyroidism, Deepana, Pachana INTRODUCTION In the present scenario, Hypothyroidism is considered as a common health issue in India, affecting one in ten adults with an overall prevalence of

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