Shatavari Vati

Shatavari is a well-known Ayurvedic herb traditionally associated with nourishment, strength and women’s reproductive health.

This preparation uses Shatavari root powder together with Shatavari decoction. The decoction is used to fortify the powdered root during preparation, while keeping the formulation simple and focused on a single herb.

In Ayurveda, Shatavari is often selected when nourishment and restorative support are needed. It is traditionally used in women’s health, during periods of physical depletion and as part of Ayurvedic care for lactation.

Shatavari is described in Ayurveda as Guru (nourishing), Snigdha (unctuous), Shita (cooling) and Rasayana (restorative).

It is traditionally considered supportive of Vata and Pitta balance and is valued for its nourishing effect on the body.

The herb has a particular place in Ayurvedic women’s health. Traditionally, Shatavari is used to support reproductive nourishment and healthy lactation. It is also valued as a Balya herb, meaning it is traditionally associated with strength and nourishment.

For women going through periods of increased physical or emotional demand, Shatavari may be included as part of an individualized Ayurvedic approach to restoring nourishment and balance.

Balya

Traditionally used to support strength and nourishment.

Rasayana

Traditionally valued as a restorative and rejuvenative herb.

Stanyakara

Traditionally used to support healthy lactation.

Pittahara

Traditionally used to help maintain Pitta balance.

• Women’s reproductive nourishment
• Healthy lactation during the postpartum period
• General strength and nourishment
• Restorative care during periods of physical depletion
• Healthy Pitta balance
• Digestive and nutritional support
• General women’s wellbeing

Shatavari Root powder and decoction : Asparagus racemosus

This is a single-herb preparation, with both the powder and decoction derived from Shatavari root.

Botanical name

Asparagus racemosus

Family

Asparagaceae

Common names

Shatavari, Shatavar, Satavari

Traditionally used part

Tuberous root

Shatavari is a climbing herb traditionally used in Ayurveda and is widely valued for its nourishing properties, particularly in formulations that support women’s reproductive health and overall vitality

Two vati/tablet twice or thrice daily, or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.

For postpartum use, lactation support, long-term use or use alongside prescription medicines, consultation with a qualified Ayurvedic physician is recommended.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Keep the container tightly closed after use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Official pharmacopoeial standard

The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India

API Part I, Vol. IV (2004), Monograph 50 — Śatāvarī (Root), p. 108

The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India identifies Śatāvarī as the tuberous root of Asparagus racemosus and provides official pharmacopoeial standards for the raw drug. (Chakrapani Ayurveda)

View the official PCIM&H record

Classical Ayurvedic source

Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu

Guḍūcyādi-varga — Śatāvarī

The classical Śatāvarī entry describes the herb as nourishing, cooling, unctuous and Rasayana, with traditional associations with strength, reproductive nourishment and lactation. (Chakrapani Ayurveda)

शतावरी गुरुः शीता तिक्ता स्वाद्वी रसायनी ।

मेधाऽग्निपुष्टिदा स्निग्धा नेत्र्या गुल्मातिसारजित् ।

शुक्रस्तन्यकरी बल्या वातपित्तास्रशोथजित् ॥

The description reflects the traditional Ayurvedic understanding of Shatavari as a nourishing and restorative herb, particularly valued for reproductive and lactation support.

View Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu in the official NIIMH e-Nighaṇṭu

Shatavari Root Extract for Perimenopausal Symptoms

Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial · 80 women randomized · 73 completed per protocol · 8 weeks

Preparation and Dose

Participants received 300 mg of Shatavari root extract once daily for eight weeks.

Finding

Women receiving the Shatavari extract showed improvement in several measures of menopausal symptoms, including overall menopause-related symptoms and perceived stress. Improvements were also reported in areas such as hot flashes, fatigue and vitality.

The study used a standardized Shatavari root extract, not Shatavari Vati. Therefore, these findings should not be interpreted as direct clinical evidence that this particular Vati produces the same results. (PubMed)

Reference

Mahajan S, Avad P, Langade J.

Efficacy and Safety of Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) Root Extract for Perimenopause: Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study.