
Results: With the overall effect of the study, fetus of the Rasayana group showed statistically significant increase in the ultrasonography parameters biparietal diameter and estimated fetal birth weight. Statistical Analysis: Paired t-test was used to compare within the group and unpaired t-test to compare between two groups. Control group ( n = 15) was given calcium carbonate 500 mg and ferrous sulfate 200 mg once in a day during 6 th and 7 th month. Subjects and Methods: Trial group ( n = 15) was administered RA 12 g twice a day with Ksheera (milk) as Anupana (adjuvant) in the 6 th and 7 th month of pregnancy. The study was a randomized comparative clinical trial. Setting and Design: Pregnant women fulfilling the inclusion criteria were selected from outpatient department of SDM Ayurveda Hospital, Udupi, Karnataka, for the study. Integrating Rasayana therapy in Garbhini Paricharya (antenatal care) not only benefits the pregnant lady but also the growing fetus in her womb.Īim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of Rasayana Avaleha (RA) ( Rasayana electuary) on fetal growth and development and its influence on fetal immune system. Supplementing Rasayana (rejuvenating and immunomodulatory) drugs in a Garbhini (pregnant women) provides positive maternal environment which helps the fetus to avoid or overcome diseases.

Context: Health of the child depends directly on the environment and state of the fetus in intrauterine life.
