Kottakkal Kumaryasavam is an ayurvedic remedy for menstrual, hepatic and urinary issues as well as several gastrointestinal conditions that include gastritis, flatulence, ulcers, indigestion, loss of appetite, etc.

Aloe vera, also known as a kumari, the main component of this medication, can calm the stomach's internal area. Numerous active ingredients in aloe vera are well known for curing illnesses. Additionally, it contributes to the cleansing of the digestive system, enhances digestion, and enhances the function of the gallbladder, kidney, and liver.

Along with the abundance of other plants like Jatamansi, Chitrak, and Manjistha in this medicine, aloe vera functions as an emmenagogue, which supports promoting menstrual flow. Herbs like Danti, Pushkarmoola, and Devadaru present in this medicine work as laxatives to soften the stools. Furthermore, it also contains 'loha bhasma' (purified iron) as an active component, which helps treat several bleeding diseases and raise hemoglobin levels in anemic individuals.

Ayurvedic texts allude to Kumaryasavam in the Madhyam khanda of the Sharangdhar Samhita, where it is indicated for increasing appetite, abnormal bleeding, ulcers, physical strength, body luster, abdominal pain, rheumatoid arthritis, sperm disorders, etc. Its method of preparation is also clearly mentioned in the text. It is made by fermenting aloe vera leaf material. Dhataki flowers, which promote alcoholic fermentation, are added throughout the preparation. Utilizing the native yeasts found on dhataki blossoms, this fermentation method is started. To finish the fermentation process, it is advised to give it about a month. Kumaryasavam is made by filtering and preserving the medicine's contents after it has been fermented.

Kottakkal Kumaryasavam is said to have 'deepan' (raising digestive fire) and 'pachan' (digestion) characteristics ayurveda. It helps in curing 'mandagni' (poor digestive fire), the primary factor contributing to 'ama' (toxins that accumulate due to undigested food ) development. It alleviates 'vata and Kapha dosha in the body, aiding in the treatment of illnesses linked to them.

Kottakkal Kumaryasavam possesses anxiolytic and anti-toxic qualities. It also has anti-inflammatory, anti-epileptic, lipid-lowering, emmenagogue, haematinic (improves hemoglobin levels), moderate laxative, diuretic, anti-rheumatic, cardioprotective, carminative, cholagogue (induces the secretion of bile), act as a digestive stimulant, and has fat-burning properties.

As a result, it is used to address a range of ailments, such as piles, constipation, menorrhagia, infertility, and liver cirrhosis, etc.