Gokshura

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Traditional Uses

Gokshura has been used in Ayurvedic Medicine for thousands of years as a tonic for the reproductive system, to enhance the health of reproductive organs and to treat infertility.

Current uses

It is currently acknowledged by herbalists as being beneficial in the treatment of stress (which can interfere with fertility) due to its calming effect on the nervous system.

It is also used in Ayurveda medicine to maintain efficient kidney and urinary functions and reduces renal discomfort It is effective in most urinary tract disorders because it promotes the flow of urine, cools and soothes the membranes of the urinary tract and helps remove stones.

It acts by stopping bleeding and nourishes and strengthens the kidneys and reproductive organs. Gokshura may be combined with Ginger (Zingiber officinalis) , Pippali (Piper methysticum root) or Wild Yam ( Dioscorea villosa ) to ease back pain, and the ash of the whole plant is used for external application in rheumatoid arthrtis .

Gokshura is thought to aid the flow of urine by cooling and soothing the membranes of the urinary tract.

It also is widely believed to have aphrodisiac properties. This herb is known to increase the quantity of semen and is useful in diseases of the genitourinary tract.

Precautions and side effects (refer also to statements below)

There are no commonly reported side effects.





 

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