Abstract

CLINICAL EVALUATION OF KATAKA BEEJA CHURNA IN MUTRASHMARI: A CASE REPORT

*Dr. Anurag Sharma, Dr. Subhendu Bikash Sahu, Dr. Yati Tiwari

Abstract

Mutrashmari denotes the development of calculi within the Mutravaha Srotas and is comparable to urolithiasis or urinary tract stone disease in contemporary medicine. It is classified under disorders of the Mutravaha Srotas and is listed among the Ashtamahagada (eight severe diseases) in Ayurveda. Renal calculi represent one of the most prevalent and intensely painful conditions of the urinary system. From an Ayurvedic perspective, Ashmari is a Tridoshaja Vyadhi with predominance of Kapha Dosha. Kataka possesses Tridoshaghna properties and is indicated in the management of Mutrashmari. Kataka Beeja Churna, described in the Dhanwantari Nighantu under Chandanadi Varga, is recognized for its Ashmarighna (anti-urolithic) action. In this case, a 34-year-old male presented with right-sided flank pain along with periumbilical abdominal discomfort persisting for 15 days and was diagnosed with right renal calculi. The observations from this case indicate that Kataka Beeja Churna demonstrates notable efficacy in the management of Mutrashmari. Its therapeutic action can be attributed to its Ashmari Bhedana (stone-breaking) and Mutrala (diuretic) properties.

Keywords: Mutrashmari, Urolithiasis, Diuretic, Kataka Beeja Churna.