What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to review the formulation, properties, and clinical relevance of Kalyanaka Ghrita in both traditional and modern contexts.

March 1, 2026Open Access

Kalyanaka Ghrita: A Comprehensive Review as Per Classical and Contemporary Perspectives

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Kalyanaka Ghrita is an effective Ayurvedic formulation for treating various psychosomatic, neuropsychiatric, metabolic, and reproductive conditions. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The aim is to review the formulation, properties, and clinical relevance of Kalyanaka Ghrita in both traditional and modern contexts.
Systematic review of classical texts and contemporary studies.
Analysis of the composition and properties of Kalyanaka Ghrita.
Exploration of pharmacological actions and therapeutic indications.
Confirmed the traditional uses of Kalyanaka Ghrita in psychosomatic and neuropsychiatric conditions.
Highlighted the formulation's Medhya (cognitive), Rasayana (rejuvenating), and Vishaghna (detoxifying) properties.
Indicated its potential relevance in current medical practice for various conditions.

Abstract

Kalyanaka Ghrita is a well-established Ayurvedic ghrita formulation traditionally prescribed for various psychosomatic, neuropsychiatric, metabolic, and reproductive conditions. Classical references to this formulation are found in Susruta Samhita (Kalpa Sthana 6/8–11).1 It is prepared by processing ghrita with a combination of medicinal herbs known for their Medhya, Rasayana, Vishaghna and Tridoshahara properties.2,4 The present article systematically reviews the composition of Kalyanaka Ghrita, its pharmacological actions, therapeutic indications, and explores its clinical relevance in the context of current medical practice.11,14

Kalyanaka Ghrita: A Comprehensive Review as Per Classical and Contemporary Perspectives

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