Multidimensional Use of Cow Urine (Gomutra), One of the Ingredients of Panchagavya – A Narrative Review

Abstract

Gomutra is one of the constituents of “Panchgavya”. The use of “Panchgavya” dates back to 2^nd and 3^rdcenturies. Gomutra is a key component of Panchgavya chikitsa. Its importance and usage has been noted in several Ayurvedic literatures for the treatment of shool (colic), akshi-mukharoga (disorders of eye and mouth), kilaas (vitiligo), kasa (cough), shwas (respiratory disorders), kamala (jaundice), pandu (anaemia), etc. This narrative review was designed to explore the research done on gomutra.The data from every study on gomutra was collected in this review. On browsing the various databases, 4 analytical studies, 15 animal studies, and 7 clinical studies were found. In this review, gomutra was found to have multifaceted use in various disorders. The properties of gomutra are such that it could be used in a versatile manner. It was also observed that the number of clinical studies were very less. Hence, there was a need to conduct clinical studies for confirmation of the results obtained in analytical and preclinical studies. Additionally, over the last few years, the Cow Urine treatment and Study Center in Indore has accomplished extensive research in this field. However, public vigilance and acceptance is intended to promote the importance and wide applications of gomutra and to uplift people's health and lifestyles.