The Role of Aragwadha (Cassia fistula Linn.) Against VataRakta(Gout) -A Review

Abstract

The doctrine of Tridosha forms the cornerstone of Ayurveda, the oldest & pioneer healthcare / medical system in the world. The only difference between health and illness is the balance or imbalance among Tridosha. As per Ayurvedicliterature, most of diseases arise of some imbalance of Jatharagni(Metabolism Process).Vata Rakta/ Gout is no exception, presenting with simultaneous imbalance among Vata, Rakta, and Agni.As per Ayurvedictherapeutic guidelines, this disease is be to be dealt with through Shaman & Shodhan modalilties. Gout is a prominent metabolic disorder, also featuring in the metabolic syndrome.Though much under rated, AAragwadhaa being mildly laxative/Mridu Virechak, anti-dermatitis/Kandughna, anti-inflammatory /Jwaraharposes a huge potential as anti-Gout agent. These properties have been established by various modern researches aswell.