Trayodashang Guggulu – Uses, Benefits, Ingredients, Properties, Side Effects

Trayodashang Guggulu is an Ayurvedic herbal concoction made with Shuddha Guggulu or Commiphora Mukul and thirteen other ingredients which is why it is named ‘trayodashang.’  Majorly used for the treatment of joint-related disorders, Trayodashang has many therapeutic uses like treatment of chronic pain and extreme body weakness. The herbal medication is widely available in the market as tablets.

 

Composition and Preparation

Trayodashang Guggulu vati is prepared from the following ingredients:

Herb Name	Botanical Name	Part Used	Quantity
Shuddha Guggulu	Commiphora Mukul	Raceme	12 parts
Abha (Babul)	Acacia arabica	Stem	1 part
Ashwagandha	Withania somnifera	Root	1 part
Guduchi	Tinospora Cordifolia	Stem	1 part
Hapusha	Juniperus Communis	Fruit	1 part
Shatavari	Asparagus Racemosus	Root	1 part
Gokshur	Tribulus Terrestris	Fruit	1 part
Vriddhadaru	Argyreia Speciosa	Root	1 part
Rasna	Pluchea lanceolata	Leaf	1 part
Shatahva	Anethum Sowa	Fruit	1 part
Shati	Hedychium spicatum	Rhizome	1 part
Yavani	Trachhyspermum ammi	Fruit	1 part
Shunthi	Zingiber officinale	Rhizome	1 part
Ghee	Clarified Butter		6 parts

 

Preparation Method

All the ingredients except Shuddha Guggulu and Ghee are taken in the aforementioned ratio. They are washed, dried and powdered; after which  Shuddha Guggulu (6 parts) is added in crushed form. All the herbs are pounded together and ghee is slowly added during the pounding process until a smooth mixture is obtained. This mixture is then converted into vatis (tablets) of 500 mg or 1 g. The vati should then be stored in a dry and airtight container.

 

Trayodashang Guggulu: Properties and Uses

 

Ayurvedic Properties oF Herbs used in Trayodashang Guggulu

 

Herb Name	Rasa	Guna	Virya	Vipaka	Dosha it affects
Shuddha Guggulu	Katu Tikta Kashaya	Laghu sara Vasada	Usna	Katu	Kapha and Vata
Abha (Babul)	Kashaya	Guru Raksha	Sita	Katu	Kapha
Ashwagandha	Tikta Kashaya	Laghu Snigdha	Usna	Madhur	Kapha and vata
Guduchi	Tikta Kashaya	Guru Snidha	Usna	Madhur	Pitta
Hapusha	Tikta Kashaya	Guru	Usna	Katu	Kapha and Pitta
Shatavari	Madhura tikta	Guru Snidha	Sita	Madhura	Pitta
Gokshur	Madhura	Guru Snidha	Sita	Madhura	Kapha and Pitta
Vriddhadaru	Katu Tikta Kashaya	Laghu	Usna	Madhura	Kapha and Vata
Rasna	Tikta	Guru	Usna	Katu	Vata and Kapha
Satahva	Kashaya	Laghu Snigdha	Usna	Katu	Vata and Kapha
Shati	Katu Tikta Kashaya	Laghu Tikshna	Usna	Katu	Vata and Kapha
Yavani	Katu Tikta	Laghu Raksha Tikshna	Usna	Katu	Vata and Kapha
Shunthi	Katu	Laghu Snidha	Usna	Madhura	Vata and Kapha

 

Ayurvedic Properties of Trayodashang Guggulu

 

Effect on Doshas	Balances Vata and Kapha
Rogkarma	Katigraha, hanugraha, janugraha, yonidosha, asthibhagna,  sandhigatavata, asthigatavata, majjagatavata, vatarogas
Agni Karma	Deepana
Other Karmas	Asthimajjagata vata, Asthiposhaka, Shulahara

 

Medicinal Properties and Uses of Trayodashang Guggulu

• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-toxin
• Anti-arthritic
• Anti-gout
• Analgesic
• Muscle Relaxant
• anxiolytic agent
• Enhances dopamine level
• Diuretic
• Carminative
• Adaptogenic
• Anti-pathogenic 
• Anti-cancer
• Immunomodulatory

Trayodashang has been found to be effective in the treatment of the following disorders:

• Paralysis
• Hemiplegia
• Lordosis
• Sciatica
• Lumbar spondylosis
• cervical spondylosis,
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Stiffness of joints
• Lower backache
• Inflammation of ligaments
• Muscle spasm
• Bone marrow disorder, Bone fracture
• Abscess
• Gout
• Lockjaw
• Helps in reducing cholesterol level

 

How Does Trayodashang Guggulu Work?

Being a concoction of many useful herbs carries with it the positives of all the herbs. Its anti-oxidant property ensures that the free radicals are removed from the body. It is also anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic making it useful in providing relief from joint pains and gout.

 

Wide-Ranging Benefits Of Trayodashang Guggulu

 

Disorders Of The Muscle And Bones

Trayodashang Guggulu’s anti-inflammatory properties can help relieve swelling due to arthritis, cramps, sprains and also swollen muscles after extensive exercise. It also helps in maintaining the level of uric acid in the blood and thus is used in the treatment of gout. It is most famously used for relieving lower back pain. It provides immediate relief without causing any harm, instead providing nourishment to the bones and muscles. Hence it is better to use it in place of painkillers which are quite harmful if consumed on a regular basis. It also ensures that the joints remain lubricated to prevent any wear and tear and promoting better functioning.

 

Anti Toxin

Herbs like Guduchi make this medicine a powerful detoxifying agent. It helps remove free radicals and other toxins which can otherwise cause deadly diseases like cancer and tumours.

 

Neurological Disorders

It has the ability to enhance the motor and sensory functions of the nerves. It can be a saviour in numerous neurological disorders like paralysis and hemiplegia.

 

Increasing Bone Mineral Density

Although not directly helpful, Trayodashang Guggulu if used with mineral supplements and Laxadi Guggulu can help in better absorption of nutrients by the bones, thereby increasing bone mineral density. It strengthens the bones and also promotes faster healing in case of fractures.

 

Cervical Spondylosis

Trayodashang Guggulu has been tested on about 30 patients suffering from cervical spondylosis. The patients were given 500 mg Trayodashang thrice a day for 8 weeks. The drug proved to be efficient in providing relief from all the symptoms of cervical spondylosis.

 

Dosage

The recommended dosage of Trayodashang Guggulu is 750 mg to 1.5 g two to three times a day. The Anupan or the fluid vehicle used with Trayodashang Guggulu can be milk, lukewarm water, maharasnadi kadha, meat soup or even alcohol depending upon the disease.

Paralytic disorders	1 g to 2 g
Osteoarthritis	500 mg to 1 g
Osteoporosis	500 mg

 

Side Effects And Precautions

Although there are no known side effects of this medicine, however, if not taken properly or taken in doses greater than the required dosage, it can cause belching and stomach irritation. Also, people with severe digestive disorders can face some difficulties like loss of appetite.

Certain precautions must also be taken:

• There are chances that Trayodashang Guggulu might react with allopathic medicines and dietary supplements.
• There is a need for caution in case of pregnant and lactating women.

In any case, self-medication is not recommended and one should consult a medical practitioner to know the right dosage and right timing of consuming this herbal formula.