(English name:- Devil's Cotton, Hindi name:-. Ulatkambal)
Abroma Augusta, Medicinally the bark and the root are used. It is an uterine stimulant, produces an even menstrual flow and decreases pain in menstruation, the condition known as dysmenorrheal.
The decoction, powdered root or distilled water of the same is effective in diseases women suffer from, especially in cases where women have pain before or during the menstrual period. A decoction of Abroma Augusta will bring about clear menses without any pain; not only that, the menstrual period will also be regulated.
Irregular Menstruation Treatment
Another way of taking Abroma Augusta is as follows: Take the fresh root, extract its juice or decoction of the dried bark, about ½ tola with the powder of five black pepper corns. This taken on empty stomach early in the morning during the period relieves menstrual troubles.
The dose of fresh root and bark is 30 to 40 rattis; 20-30 grains of dried root will be sufficient. The dosage of the juice of the root is 30-60 drops.
The Kavirajas of Bengal have been using this remedy with success in the disorders of genital organs, dysmenorrhoea, sterility, in fertility and other cases where menstrual irregularities are predominant.
The infusion of fresh leaves and stems in cold water is effective in cases of gonorrhoea. It has been found that its roots and bark can also be used for congestive and nervous dysmenorrhoea and other menstrual disorders. The liquid extract of abroma Agusta 1 to 2 drams on empty stomach 4 to 8 days prior to onset of menstrual period will bring on that painless menstrual flow.
