CONTRACEPTIVE IN AYURVEDA WITH EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL EVIDENCE

Abstract

Introduction The global population is growing considerably more quickly. Numerous socioeconomic conditions of people have had negative effects as well. There are several negative effects associated with current contraceptive methods. Controlling fertility is crucial for preserving acceptable living standards and improving existing ones in emerging nations. There are Single as well as Combination drugs mentioned in Ayurveda. Much Ayurvedic research done on Garbhanirodhaka Dravyas (Contraceptive drugs) in Ayurveda, and they are safe and have better results. Material and Method- Ancient classical, review of published articles, and research articles on the subjects related to contraception are undertaken. Result & Discussion- Numerous plants have been referenced in ancient literature, some of which have been confirmed to be effective contraceptives through animal testing and clinical trials, while others require further scientific investigation to establish their efficiency. Conclusion- Animal experiments were done on drugs like Vidanga, Pippli, Japa Pushpa, Chitraka, etc. have been found effective as antifertility. Clinical studies have been done and proven effective with pharmacological evidence but there is however some scope for improving the composition, dose, or period of treatment so as to achieve still better results.