T h e r a p e u t i c I n d e x 151 5. Protects against increased risk of postmenopausal osteoporosis (PMO): The phytoestrogens prevent osteoclastic bone resorption that occurs in postmenopausal women. Menosan contains phytoestrogens, and calcium from a natural source, which together help healthy bone formation and improve bone mineral density (BMD). Kukkutandatvak bhasma helps in calcium supplementation and provides protection against increased risk of PMO. 6. Antimicrobial action: Postmenopausal deficiency of estrogen increases the risk of recurrent lower urinary tract infections (UTI). Saraca indica, Asparagus racemosus, Terminalia chebula, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and Terminalia arjuna have potent antimicrobial action against common microorganisms involved in lower UTI, such as Escherichia coli, Klebsiella aerogenes, Proteus vulgaris, Staphylococcus aureus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Menosan® (tablet)
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