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Aphrodisiac activity of vrishya drugs delineated by Bhavamisra: A review
International Journal of Herbal Medicine · 2016 · Vol. 4(2) · pp. 10–16
Abstract
Aphrodisiacs are the substances which are used to increase libido and to promote the fertility. Bhavprakash Samhita one of the Laghutrayi mentioned vrishya and sukrala drugs useful in the management of male infertility and erectile dysfunction. Certain vrishya and sukrala drugs such as gokshura, kapikachhu, shatavari, ashwagandha etc. are mentioned in Bhavprakashasamhita have provided scientific evidence for their aphrodisiac activity.
Phytochemicals and Medicinal PlantsComplementary and Alternative Medicine StudiesChemical synthesis and alkaloidsAphrodisiacLibidoTraditional medicineErectile dysfunctionInfertilityMedicineFertilityToxicologyPharmacologyAlternative medicine
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