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Avipattikara Chūrṇa( Bhaishajya Ratnavali)
Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Amlapitta Chikitsa Prakarana (Chapter on the Treatment of Acidosis). This formulation is specifically detailed in the context of managing conditions arising from aggravated Pitta Dosha, particularly Amlapitta.
The formulation is a compound powder (Chūrṇa) with ingredients in specific ratios.
त्रिकटु (Trikaṭu) (3 parts total, each herb in equal proportion)
शुण्ठी (Śuṇṭhī) - (Zingiber officinale)
मरिच (Marica) - (Piper nigrum)
पिप्पली (Pippalī) - (Piper longum)
त्रिफला (Triphalā) (3 parts total, each herb in equal proportion)
हरीतकी (Harītakī) - (Terminalia chebula)
बिभीतक (Bibhītakī) - (Terminalia bellirica)
आमलकी (Āmalakī) - (Emblica officinalis)
मुस्त (Mustā) - (Cyperus rotundus)
विड लवण (Vida Lavaṇa) - (Black Salt)
विडङ्ग (Viḍaṅga) - (Embelia ribes)
एला (Elā) - (Elettaria cardamomum)
पत्र (Patra) - (Cinnamomum tamala)
लवङ्ग (Lavaṅga) - (Syzygium aromaticum)
Additional Components:
त्रिवृत् (Trivṛt) - (Operculina turpethum) [44 parts]
सिता (Sita) (शर्करा) (Śarkarā) - (Sugar) (Saccharum officinarum) [66 parts]
Primary & Classical Diagnoses (Sanskrit)
Amlapitta: Pathological condition characterized by excessive acid production, leading to heartburn, regurgitation, and nausea.
Malabandha & Mūtravibandha: Constipation and urinary retention/obstruction.
Agnimāndyajanya Roga: Spectrum of diseases originating from impaired digestive function (mandagni).
Vimśati Pramēha: The classical twenty types of urinary disorders, particularly those with Pitta predominance.
Arśas: Hemorrhoids/piles, especially of Pitta or Rakta (blood) origin.
Pittaprakopajanya Raktaduṣṭi: Disorders arising from vitiated blood caused by aggravated Pitta.
Pittaja Unmāda: Psychotic or manic disorders due to vitiated Pitta Dosha.
Scope of Application (Modern & Integrated Clinical Correlation)
Gastrointestinal System: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), hyperacidity, functional dyspepsia, constipation, hemorrhoids, liver detoxification support, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C).
Hepatobiliary System: Acts as a cholagogue, promoting bile flow; supportive therapy in non-specific liver disorders.
Genitourinary System: Dysuria, urinary tract infections (UTI), urinary calculi (kidney stones), and other disorders of micturition.
Musculoskeletal System: Inflammatory joint disorders (e.g., gout, rheumatoid arthritis) linked to Pitta and vitiated blood (Raktaduṣṭi).
Neuropsychiatry: Anxiety and agitation with a Pitta component.
ENT: Supportive management in conjunctivitis, rhinitis, and otitis with signs of heat and inflammation.
Dosha Karma (Action on Bio-energies): Primarily Pitta Kapha Śamana/Śodhana (Pacifies and purifies excess Pitta and Kapha). Its laxative and cooling properties mitigate Pitta, while its appetizing and drying properties balance Kapha.
Dhātu Karma (Action on Tissues): Primarily acts on Rasa (plasma) and Rakta (blood) dhātus, purifying them of excess heat and toxins.
Agni Karma (Action on Digestive Fire): Dīpana (Kindles the digestive fire and enhances appetite).
Srotas Karma (Action on Body Channels): Srotśodhana (Cleanses and removes obstructions from the bodily channels, particularly the Anna Vaha Srotas (GI tract), Purisha Vaha Srotas (colon), and Mūtra Vaha Srotas (urinary tract)).
Roga Karma (Disease-specific Action): Specific action on disorders of Amlapitta, Vibandha (obstruction), and Prameha (urinary disorders).
Lakṣaṇika Karma (Symptomatic Action): Dāhaghna (Alleviates burning sensations throughout the body). Anulomana (Facilitates the downward movement of Vata, relieving gas and constipation). Virecana (Induces purgation). Yakṛt Prasādana (Acts as a liver tonic).
| Attribute (Guṇa) | Property |
| : | : |
| Rasa (Taste) | Predominantly Tikta (Bitter), Kaṭu (Pungent), Madhura (Sweet) |
| Guṇa (Quality) | Rūkṣa (Dry) |
| Vīrya (Potency) | Śītōshṇa (Exhibits both cooling and heating energy; the cumulative effect is context-dependent) |
| Vipāka (Post-Digestive Effect) | Madhura (Sweet) |
Note on Modern Correlate Actions: The formulation demonstrates laxative, digestive stimulant, carminative, cholagogue (promotes bile flow), anti-inflammatory, urinary acidifier, and mild diuretic properties. The combination of Tikta and Kaṭu Rasas contributes to its potent detoxifying and metabolic-enhancing effects.
The following companies manufacture Avipattikara Chūrṇa in accordance with the classical text Bhaishajya Ratnavali:
Dabur India Ltd (DBR)
IMIS Pharmaceuticals
Kashmir Herbal Remedies (KASHMIR)
Sitaram Ayurveda Pharmacy (STM)
SKM Siddha and Ayurveda Company (SKM)
Sree Dhootapapeshwar Ltd (SDL)
Clinical Note: The classical dose is 8 Māsha (approximately 8-10 grams). A practical modern dose ranges from 1-5 grams, taken with water at the beginning or in the middle of a meal. For chronic, stress-associated Amlapitta (e.g., GERD), a combination of Avipattikara Chūrṇa + Aśhwagandhā Chūrṇa is clinically indicated to address both the Pitta imbalance and the contributing Vata/stress component in the pathogenesis (Samprapti).