A CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF HINGVADI CHURNA IN UDAVARTINI YONIVYAPADA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA

Background: Udavartini Yonivyapada is a Vata-dominant gynecological disorder described in Ayurvedic classics, characterized by painful menstruation due to abnormal upward movement of Apana Vata. The clinical presentation closely resembles Primary Dysmenorrhea described in modern medicine. Hingvadi Churna, a classical Ayurvedic formulation containing Hingu, Sauvarchala Lavana, Shunthi, and Haritaki, is traditionally indicated in disorders of Vata and Yonishoola. Aim: To conceptually evaluate the role of Hingvadi Churna in Udavartini Yonivyapada with special reference to Primary Dysmenorrhea. Materials and Methods: A conceptual and literary review was conducted based on Ayurvedic classical texts, modern gynecological literature, and relevant pharmacological properties of Hingvadi Churna ingredients. Results: The formulation exhibits Vatanulomana, Deepana, Pachana, Shoolaghna, and Anulomana properties, which help in correcting the underlying pathology of Udavartini Yonivyapada. Conclusion: Hingvadi Churna acts on the root cause of Udavartini Yonivyapada by normalizing Apana Vata, facilitating smooth menstrual flow, and reducing dysmenorrheic pain, making it a rational Ayurvedic intervention for Primary Dysmenorrhea.