Comparative Study on Efficacy of Murvadya Churna with Lauha Bhasma and Navayas Churna in Pandu Roga (Iron Deficiency Anemia)

Abstract

Pandu Roga is mainly the Rasapradoshaj Vyadhi which vitiates the Pitta. Whereas Shushruta described it as Raktapradoshaj Vyadhi. In Pandu Roga due to Alpa Rakta Twaka Vivarnata (discoloration of skin) occurs.So according to name Panduta is the main feature of Pandu Roga.Due to lack of dietary intake & improper absorption of iron are the causes of Iron deficiency Anemia. Aim: Efficacy of Murvadya Churna with Lauha Bhasma in the management of Pandu Roga (Iron Deficiency Anemia).          Material and Methods: Study was contained 60 patients of Pandu were divided into two groups (each group contain 30). In Group A (Experimental group)- Murvadya Churna with Lauha Bhasma 500 mg two times a day after meal with warm water for 30 days & In Group B 500 mg Navayas Lauha was administered two times a day after meal with honey. Assessment was recorded every 15th day (15th & 30th day) Result: Subjective and Objectives outcomes were assessed; both the groups were given equal effects on both the parameters subjective & objective. Conclusion: Murvadya churna with Lauha Bhasma was equally effective as Navayas Lauha.