Correspondence Address:
Dr. Yogita Dnyaneshwar Pawar Pg Scholer Final Year Prasuti tantra and Streeroga, Rajarajeshwari Ayurvedic Medical College Hospital & PG Centre, Humnabad 585330 Dist. Bidar, Karnataka Email- yogitapawar893@gmail.com, Mobile no: - 9529020730
Date of Acceptance: 2026-01-14
Date of Publication:2026-02-10
Article-ID:IJIM_504_02_26 https://ijim.co.in
Source of Support: Nill
Conflict of Interest: Non declared
How To Cite This Article: Pawar Y., Patil P. A Literary Review on Stanyakshaya in Ayurveda. Int J Ind Med 2026;7(01):21-24 DOI: http://doi.org/10.55552/IJIM.2026.70104
In Ayurveda, Stanya (breast milk) is considered the foremost source of nutrition for infants and is described as an Upadhatu derived from Rasa Dhatu. The adequacy of Stanya is influenced by the mother’s digestive strength, tissue nourishment, psychological status, and balanced Doshas. Stanyakshaya denotes the reduction in breast milk secretion, which can compromise infant growth and immunity. Classical Ayurvedic texts attribute this condition to factors such as depletion of Rasa Dhatu, aggravation of Vata Dosha, improper diet and lifestyle, and mental stress including grief, fear, and anger. Management of Stanyakshaya (lactation insufficiency) in Ayurveda emphasizes nourishing therapies, lactation-promoting drugs, appropriate postnatal care, and mental reassurance. The present review compiles and interprets references from major Ayurvedic texts to provide a comprehensive understanding of Stanyakshaya and its management.
Keywords: Stanyakshaya, Stanya , Rasa Dhatu, Vata Dosha, Mandagni, Sutika Paricharya
