Gokshuradi Guggulu: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and more!
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Gokshuradi guggulu is an Ayurvedic aushadi (medicine) which is made by combining different herbs for their different potential properties. In ancient scriptures such as Sarangadhar Samhita, Gokshuradi Guggulu has been mentioned for the treatment of gout (vatarakta). Though it contains many herbs, its main constituents are Gokshura and Guggulu, lending it the name.1
Gokshura is the Hindi name of caltrops fruit. It is referred to as Palleru kaya in Telugu, Naggerimulu in Kannada, Pakhda in Kashmiri and Gokhru in Marathi. The whole plant might be utilised for its various potentially helpful properties.1
Guggulu is a name given to medicines where both the plant and its gum (oleo-resin) are used. Guggulu is mainly found in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra and is a woody herb or a small tree. It also has various vernacular names like Guggal (Hindi), Mahishakshi gugglu (Telugu), and Guggal dhoop (Kashmiri). In English, it is called Indian Bdellium or Gum-guggul.1
One should not have misconceptions about its herbal nature merely because it is being commercially produced and is available in the market. It is an Ayurvedic preparation with potent herbs. You must consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician before consuming any herb for its benefits.
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Gokshuradi Guggulu is a mixture of herbs. The individual components when mixed together accentuate each other’s properties and act as a single unit to produce an entirely different set of potential uses. The various herbs that constitute Gokshuradi guggulu are:
| Ingredient | Part used | Ratio used in Palas |
| Gokshura | Fruit | 28 |
| Guggulu | Gum | 7 |
| Amalaki | Fruit | 1 |
| Pippali | Fruit | 1 |
| Hareetaki | Fruit | 1 |
| Bibheetaki | Fruit | 1 |
| Mareecha | Fruit | 1 |
| Shunthi | Rhizome | 1 |
| Musta | Tuber | 1 2 |
These ingredients are then used to make round, hard, greyish-dark coloured balls of around 500mg with characteristic odour and taste.2
Gokshuradi guggulu, might have the following potential uses:
Reduce prostate enlargement with Gokshuradi Guggulu! Researchers believe that due to its anti-inflammatory property, Gokshuradi Guggulu might be helpful in the case of Benign Prostate Enlargement in males.
Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)
Gokshuradi guggul may be potentially used for its benefits:
Gokshuradi Guggulu is mentioned in ancient scriptures as a treatment for gout (vatarakta). The increase of uric acid in the body leads to over-activation of the immune system. This leads to the production of cells which cause the destruction of our own healthy cells instead of any outside harmful agent. This leads to inflammation and pain.
The formulation of Gokshuradi Guggulu might potentially exhibit anti-inflammatory action and stop the over-activation of the immune system by decreasing uric acid levels. Thus, it might help to relieve the pain caused by gout.
Gokshuradi guggulu might help increase the blood circulation to the joint which is important for the removal of cells causing inflammation. Furthermore, it might be helpful for rheumatic pain which is also caused due to inflammation by the same mechanism mentioned above.1 However, gout is a serious condition and must be diagnosed and treated by a doctor. Kindly consult a doctor and do not self-medicate.
Stones may be formed in the urinary tract of the body due to various reasons; the scientific term for kidney stones is urolithiasis. As the stone formed blocks the flow of urine, there may be pain in the lower region of stomach (abdomen and umbilical region), pain during urination, blood in urine, etc. If this condition persists it may even lead to total obstruction of urine flow which can be quite dangerous and painful.3
In a recent study conducted in 2020, it was found that gokshuradi guggulu might help to relieve the pain during urination and pain in the lower part of the stomach (abdomen) and might even aid in expulsion of the kidney stone through urine. This may be because it contains herbs which might possess stone dissolving properties (lithotriptic properties). It may increase urine production and expulsion (diuretic) properties, as it might help with muscle spasm in the abdominal region and might act as an antiseptic (might be helpful against infections of urinary tract). Gokshuradi guggulu might enrich the blood and may be helpful against inflammation and irritation. One of the herbs present in gokshuradi guggulu, musta, might help stimulate the expulsion of the stone in the urine.3 However, more research is required to prove these claims. Therefore, kindly consult a doctor and ensure proper diagnosis and treatment of the condition. Do not self-medicate.
The harmful effects of diabetes (high blood sugar) on the kidney are collectively called as diabetic nephropathy in medical terms. These effects on the kidney may be seen even in those patients with well-controlled blood sugar levels over the course of many years. It is a potentially life-threatening condition.
A study conducted by Kalapi Patel over 2 months on patients with diabetes showed that Ayurvedic preparations like gokshuradi guggulu might have a potential to help with diabetic nephropathy.4 In this study it was seen that it might help restore the blood flow to the kidney, thus might help in its proper nourishment and function.2 It was seen that gokshuradi guggulu might also help reduce the occurrence of proteins in the urine (albuminuria).3 However, more research is required to prove such effects. Therefore, please consult a doctor as such conditions should be diagnosed and treated by a doctor.
Gokshuradi Guggulu might have antioxidant property, might act as a scavenger for free radicals and might help neutralise them. It might also protect the cells of the kidney from damage by ensuring proper blood flow to it.1 However, more research is required to ascertain these uses of Gokshuradi guggulu. Kindly consult a doctor. Do not self-medicate.
Though there are studies that show the potential uses of gokshuradi guggulu in various conditions, these are insufficient and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of benefits of gokshuradi guggulu on human health.
Did you know Gokshuradi Guggulu might be helpful in case of UTI (Urinary tract Infection)? Gokshuradi Guggulu has anti-oxidant and diuretic nature which makes it a potential drug in cases of Urinary Tract Infection.
Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS
Gokshuradi Guggulu is commercially available in the form of tablets in the market. It is advised not to self-medicate without consulting a qualified Ayurvedic physician first.
You must consult a qualified doctor before taking any herbal supplements. Do not discontinue or replace an ongoing treatment of modern medicine with an ayurvedic/herbal preparation without consulting a qualified doctor.
Herbs may react differently in different people. More research is required to ascertain the side effects of gokshuradi guggulu. If you experience any reaction or side effect while consuming the herb you must reach out to doctors for help. It is not to be used without a prescription from a qualified physician.
A few general precautions are to be kept in mind:
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Interaction with other drugs has not been fully explored yet. Therefore, there is a need for more studies on gokshuradi guggulu. If you are taking any kind of medication, your Ayurvedic physician will be a better judge and be able to guide you based on your health condition. Kindly consult your Ayurvedic physician and do not self-medicate.
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It is advised to consult your Ayurvedic physician for a proper prescription and dosage recommendation for your health condition.
Gokshuradi Guggulu is an Ayurvedic preparation containing many herbs, Gokshuradi and Guggulu being the predominant ones.1
Gokshuradi Guggulu might have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties which might help with rheumatic pain.1 However, more research is required to prove such claims. Please consult your Ayurvedic physician.
No. there have been no reports regarding the usage of Gokshuradi Guggulu for better concentration.
Gokshuradi Guggulu might have the potential to help with diabetes as it might help protect the kidney from damage caused by diabetes.4 However, more research is required on this subject. Do not self-medicate. Kindly consult a doctor.
There have been no reports stating the beneficial effects of Gokshuradi Guggulu in lowering blood pressure.
It is advised to consult an Ayurvedic physician before consuming gokshuradi guggulu, especially for pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Gokshuradi Guggulu is used since ancient times to treat gout. It might help reduce inflammation and might have a pain-relieving effect too. Therefore, it might be helpful for the treatment of gout.1
There are no reports claiming the benefit of gokshuradi guggulu for hair.
Gokshuradi guggulu as a digestion-promoting agent has not been reported.
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1. Kaur R, Goyal C, Chopra S, Singh R, Malik A. a Literary Review on Gokshuradi Guggulu With Special Reference To the Management of Gout. Int J Res Ayurveda Pharm. 2020;11(5):159–64. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/346691244_A_LITERARY_REVIEW_ON_GOKSHURADI_GUGGULU_WITH_SPECIAL_REFERENCE_TO_THE_MANAGEMENT_OF_GOUT
2. Evaluation P. FORMULATION. 2015;5:24–9. Available from: http://www.ijpra.com/File_Folder/24-29(ijpra).pdf
3. Sabbu Thasineku, Binod Kumar Singh, D.L.Bharkher, Sirjana Shrestha, Raj Kishor Shah, Shankar Gautam. The Effectiveness of Goksuradi Guggulu and Varunadi Kwath with Goksuradi Guggulu in the Management of Mutrasmari w.s.r. to Urolithiasis. Int J Res AYUSH Pharm Sci. 2021;463–9. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/349741544_The_Effectiveness_of_Goksuradi_Guggulu_and_Varunadi_Kwath_with_Goksuradi_Guggulu_in_the_Management_of_Mutrasmari_wsr_to_Urolithiasis
4. Patel K, Shah N, Gupta S. Effect of Ayurvedic management in 130 patients of diabetic nephropathy. AYU (An Int Q J Res Ayurveda). 2011;32(1):55. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3215418/
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