EXPLORING THE RASAYANA POTENTIAL OF MAHAYOGARAJA GUGGULU IN THE MANAGEMENT OF SANDHIGATAVATA - A CONCEPTUAL REVIEW Authors: Gayathri B , SANAPETI RV*, AND NANDITHA S
ABSTRACT
Osteoarthritis, common in older adults, leads to pain and disability due to cartilage breakdown
and reduced synovial fluid. In Ayurveda, Sandhivata is attributed to aggravated Vata and
reduced Shleshaka Kapha, causing joint degeneration and symptoms like pain, swelling, and
stiffness. Rasayana therapies, particularly Naimittika Rasayana, target specific diseases to
enhance vitality. Mahayogaraja Guggulu, described in classical texts, contains 31 ingredients
focusing on bone, joint, and marrow health. It possesses properties that alleviate Vata and
Kapha, serving as a potent remedy in managing Sandhigatavata. Mahayogaraja guggulu does
Vata Shamaka and Kaphavatahara properties. MahaYogaraja is a powerful anti-oxidant, and
stimulates the immune system's white blood cells (WBC’s). (Guggulu's lekhana effect
eliminates the Aamatva accumulated in the joints and additionally the alchoholic extracts ofGuggulu also exhibits anti-oxidant property. The compound’s antioxidant properties are
attributed to prevent oxidative stress and cartilage destruction. This review focuses on
antioxidant and Rasayana effect of Mahayogaraja Guggulu in Janu Sandhigata Vata.
Keywords: Mahayogaraja guggulu, Rasayana, Janu sandhigata vata, Antioxidant Publication date: 01/05/2026 https://www.ijbpas.com/pdf/2026/May/MS_IJBPAS_2026_10138.pdfDownload PDFhttps://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2026/15.5.10138