Gokhru (Bada) Churna | Gokshura Churna

Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris) as per Bhav Prakash Nighantu

Sanskrit Name: Gokshura (गोक्षुर)
Botanical Name: Tribulus terrestris
Family: Zygophyllaceae

Bhav Prakash Nighantu describes Gokhru under the Mutravirechaniya Dravya (diuretics) category and highlights its therapeutic properties for maintaining urinary tract health, enhancing physical strength, and balancing bodily functions. It is a highly revered herb in Ayurvedic medicine due to its versatile health benefits.

Guna (Properties):

• Rasa (Taste): Madhura (Sweet)
• Guna (Qualities): Guru (Heavy), Snigdha (Unctuous)
• Virya (Potency): Shita (Cooling)
• Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Madhura (Sweet)

Dosha Effects:

• Balances Vata and Pitta doshas

Therapeutic Indications:

1. Mutravirechaniya (Diuretic): Promotes healthy urine flow and supports kidney functions.
2. Ashmarighna (Stone Breaker): Effective in managing urinary calculi (kidney and bladder stones).
3. Balya (Strength Enhancer): Improves physical strength and stamina.
4. Vrishya (Aphrodisiac): Enhances reproductive health and supports healthy libido.
5. Shothahara (Anti-inflammatory): Reduces swelling and inflammation in the body.
6. Raktapitta Prashamana: Helps in alleviating bleeding disorders.
7. Vatahara: Alleviates symptoms associated with aggravated Vata dosha, such as joint pain.
8. Pramehaahara: Aids in the management of urinary disorders and supports healthy sugar metabolism.

Modern Ayurvedic Usage:

Gokhru is widely used as a natural diuretic to support kidney health, manage urinary tract infections (UTIs), and promote reproductive vitality. Its adaptogenic properties make it a popular ingredient in formulations for enhancing endurance and physical strength.