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Chandraprabha Vati

Chandraprabha vati
Chandraprabha Vati is an Ayurvedic preparation in which Chandra means Moon and Prabha means Glow. Chandraprabha Vati consists of 37 ingredients[5]. It has various therapeutic properties like pain relieving, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging. It helps to manage various diseases like skin, urinary, respiratory, gastrointestinal, eye and teeth. According to Ayurveda, It helps to balance Vata, Pitta and Kapha dosha. Chandraprabha Vati is known to have Balya (strength), Vrsya (aphrodisiac) and Rasayana (rejuvenator) properties[1-3].

What is the source of Chandraprabha Vati?

Plant Based

Benefits of Chandraprabha Vati

1. Urinary Tract Infection
Chandraprabha Vati is one of the most useful Ayurvedic medicine for urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infection is described under the broad term of Mutrakcchra in Ayurveda. Mutra means ooze, krichra means painful. Thus, dysuria and painful urination are called Mutrakcchra. In urinary tract infection, Chandraprabha Vati helps to control burning sensation because it has Pitta balancing effect. It increases the urine flow and subsides the symptoms of UTI like burning sensation during urination.
Tips:
a. Take 1 tablet of Chandraphrabha Vati.
b. Swallow with milk or water twice or thrice a day after taking food.
c. Repeat till you get relief from the symptoms of UTI.

2. Male Sexual Dysfunction
Sexual Dysfunction in men can be in the form of loss of libido i.e. having no inclination towards a sexual act. There can also be a low erection time or semen expelled soon after a sexual activity. This is also referred to as ‘early discharge or premature ejaculation. Taking Chandraprabha Vati helps to correct male sexual dysfunction and also improve stamina. This is due to its Vrishya (aphrodisiac) and Balya (strength provider) properties.
Tips:
a. Take 1 tablet of Chandraphrabha Vati.
b. Swallow with milk or water twice or thrice a day after food.
c. Repeat this to maintain sexual wellness.

3. Menorrhagia
Chandraprabha Vati is also useful to control the symptoms of menorrhagia. Menorrhagia or heavy menstrual bleeding is known as Raktapradar or excessive secretion of menstrual blood. This is due to an aggravated Pitta dosha. Taking Chandraprabha Vati helps to balance all three doshas especially aggravated Pitta and controls heavy menstrual bleeding or menorrhagia.
Tips:
a. Take 1 tablet of Chandraphrabha Vati.
b. Swallow with milk or water twice or thrice a day after food.
c. Repeat this to manage the symptoms of menorrhagia.

4. Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common cause of lower urinary tract symptoms in aging men. In Ayurveda, BPH is similar to Vatasthila. In this condition, aggravated Vata gets localized in between urinary bladder and rectum. This produces a dense fixed firm glandular swelling called Vatashtila or BPH. Taking Chandraprabha Vati helps to balance Vata and control the size of the prostate gland. It also helps to reduce the symptoms like painful or frequent urination when used at least one to two months regularly.
Tips:
a. Take 1 tablet of Chandraphrabha Vati.
b. Swallow with milk or water twice or thrice a day after food.
c. Repeat this to manage the symptoms of BPH.

5. Diabetes-induced fatigue
Most diabetic people feel general weakness or fatigue in spite of maintaining a normal blood sugar level. Chandraprabha Vati is useful in reducing the symptoms of fatigue and managing a normal blood sugar level when used as supportive medicine along with the existing treatment. This is because of its Balya (strength provider) property. It also improves immunity to fight secondary infection due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) nature.
Tips:
a. Take 1 tablet of Chandraphrabha Vati.
b. Swallow with milk or water twice or thrice a day after food.
c. Repeat this to reduce the feeling of weakness.

Precautions when using Chandraprabha Vati

Breastfeeding
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Avoid Chandraprabha Vati during breastfeeding or use it after consulting a doctor.
Pregnancy
ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Avoid Chandraprabha Vati during pregnancy or use it after consulting a doctor.

Recommended Dosage of Chandraprabha Vati

  • Chandraprabha Vati Tablet - 1 tablet twice or thrice a day[5].

How to use Chandraprabha Vati

1. Chandraprabha Vati
Take 1 tablet twice or thrice with milk or water after taking light food.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is Chandraprabha Vati good for PCOS?

scientific
Modern Science View
Although enough scientific evidence is not available, Chandraprabha Vati together with other Ayurvedic ingredients may be good of PCOS[4].

Q. Is Chandraprabha Vati good for diabetic patients?

scientific
Modern Science View
Yes, Chandraprabha Vati may be useful in managing diabetes. Some of the components of Chandraprabha Vati have blood glucose lowering effect. It also helps enhance the action of insulin and thereby lower triglycerides. Thus, Chandraprabha Vati may be useful in lowering elevated lipid associated with diabetes[3].

Q. Is Chandraprabha Vati good for digestive problems?

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Ayurvedic View
Yes, Chandraprabha Vati is useful in managing digestive problems like acidity and indigestion. This is because it helps to improve digestion and balance all the three doshas especially Pitta which is responsible for good digestive system.

Q. Can Chandraprabha Vati cause acidity?

ayurvedic
Ayurvedic View
Generally, Chandraprabha Vati is used to improve digestion and does not cause acidity. But if you already have a history of gastritis or hyperacidity disorder, it is advisable to consult your doctor before using it.

References

  1. Weerasekera KR, Wijayasiriwardhena C, Dhammarathana I et al.Establishment quality and purity of “Chandraprabha vati” using sensory characteristics, physiochemical parameters, qualitative screening and TLC fingerprinting.International Journal of Herbal Medicine.2014;2(3):26-29.
  2. Weerasekera KR, Dhammarathana I, Tissera AHM, et al.Anti-inflammatory activity of an ayurvedic herbo-mineral formulation: chandraprabha vati.International Journal of Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Research.2015;2(6):0471-0475.
  3. Wanjari MM, Mishra S, Dey YN et al.Antidiabetic activity of Chandraprabha vati - a classical Ayurvedic formulation.J Ayurveda Integr Med.2016;7(3):144-150.
  4. Dayani Siriwardene SA, Karunathilaka LP, Kodituwakku ND et al.Clinical efficacy of Ayurveda treatment regimen on subfertility with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).Ayu.2010;31(1):24-7.
  5. Angadi R.Vati Kapana(Chandraprabha Vati).Text book of Bhaisajaya Kalpana Vijnana.2016:205-207.
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The content is purely informative and educational in nature and should not be construed as medical advice. Please use the content only in consultation with an appropriate certified medical or healthcare professional.

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