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@article{194411,
        author = {Dr. Abhishek Ashok Gholap and Dr. Supriya M S},
        title = {Assessment of Kukubhadi Malahar as a Prophylactic Antiseptic in Episiotomy Wounds: A Randomized Controlled Trial.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {4536-4540},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=194411},
        abstract = {Background: Episiotomy is a commonly performed surgical incision during the second stage of labor to facilitate childbirth and prevent severe perineal tears. However, episiotomy wounds are prone to infection, delayed healing, and maternal discomfort. In Ayurveda, Prasutaa Yoni Kshata is comparable to episiotomy wound and requires proper wound management. Kukubhadi Malahar is a classical Ayurvedic formulation indicated for wound care due to its Krimighna, Vrana Shodhana, and Vrana Ropana properties.
Aim: To evaluate the prophylactic antiseptic effect of Kukubhadi Malahar in comparison with Betadine ointment in the management of episiotomy wounds.
Materials and Methods: A randomized controlled clinical study was conducted on 40 postnatal women with episiotomy wounds following normal vaginal delivery at Govankop Nursing Home, Koppal. Patients were randomly divided into two groups of 20 each. Group A received Kukubhadi Malahar and Group B received Betadine ointment. Wound healing was assessed using the REEDA scale (Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Discharge, Approximation) and associated clinical parameters.
Results: Both groups showed statistically significant improvement in wound healing parameters. Intergroup comparison revealed no statistically significant difference (p > 0.05), indicating comparable efficacy.
Conclusion: Kukubhadi Malahar is equally effective as Betadine ointment in providing prophylactic antiseptic action and promoting healthy episiotomy wound healing without complications.},
        keywords = {Prasutaa Yoni Kshata, Episiotomy, Kukubhadi Malahar, Betadine Ointment, REEDA Scale.},
        month = {March},
        }