A Comprehensive Guide to Ayurvedic Specialties
Nalikera khanda
Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Śūla Rōgādhikāra
As cited in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I.
This formulation is a compound electuary (Lēhya/Khanda) with a primary base and specific additive powders.
Main Ingredients (प्रधान द्रव्य)
नालिकेर फल (Nālikēra Phala) (Cocos nucifera)
सर्पिस् (Sarpis) (Ghee, clarified butter from cow's milk)
खण्ड शर्करा (Khaṇḍa Śarkarā) (Sugar candy / Rock candy)
नालिकेर पय (Nālikēra Paya) (Coconut water, Cocos nucifera)
Additive Powders (प्रक्षेप चूर्ण)
(All ingredients in equal quantities)
धान्यक (Dhānyaka) (Coriandrum sativum)
पिप्पली (Pippalī) (Piper longum)
पयोद / मुस्ता (Payōda / Mustā) (Cyperus rotundus)
तुगा / वंशलोचन (Tugā / Vaṁśalōcana) (Bamboo Manna - Bambusa bambos syn. Bambusa arundinacea)
श्वेत जीरक (Śwēta Jīraka) (Cuminum cyminum)
कृष्ण जीरक (Kṛṣṇa Jīraka) (Nigella sativa)
त्वक् (Tvak) (Cinnamon bark - Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
पत्र (Patra) (Tejpatra leaf - Cinnamomum tamala)
एला (Ēlā) (Elettaria cardamomum)
नागकेसर (Nāgakēsara) (Mesua ferrea)
Primary & Classical Diagnoses (Sanskrit):
Amlapitta: A condition characterized by excessive vitiation of Pitta Dosha, leading to symptoms like acid reflux, heartburn, and indigestion.
Aruci: Anorexia or loss of taste/appetite.
Uraḥ Kṣata: Injury or ulceration in the thoracic region (chest).
Raktapitta: A class of bleeding disorders where Pitta-dominant blood moves in an abnormal direction (e.g., hematemesis, hemoptysis).
Paripāma Śūla: Post-digestive pain or discomfort, often a burning or colicky pain after meals.
Chardi: Vomiting.
Scope of Application (Modern & Integrated Clinical Correlation):
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Gastric ulcer, Duodenal ulcer, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Functional Dyspepsia, Chronic Vomiting, Anorexia Nervosa.
Hematological & Bleeding Disorders: Epistaxis (nosebleeds), Hemoptysis (coughing up blood), conditions involving mild gastritis-related bleeding.
Respiratory Conditions: Supportive therapy in bronchitis or tuberculosis where hemoptysis is present (as an adjuvant to primary treatment).
General Wellness: Used as a nutritive tonic and digestive aid to improve appetite and assimilation.
Dosha Karma (Action on Humors): Tridoṣa Śamaka. Predominantly pacifies Pitta Dosha due to its cooling and soothing properties. Its sweet and pungent ingredients also help balance Vāta, while its digestive and appetizing properties help manage Kapha.
Dhātu Karma (Action on Tissues): Primarily acts on Rasa (plasma), Rakta (blood), and Māṃsa (muscle) Dhātus. It nourishes these tissues and helps heal ulcers and wounds within them.
Agni Karma (Action on Metabolic Fire): Dīpana (kindles digestive fire) and Pācana (digests toxins) due to the presence of pungent and aromatic spices like Pippalī, Dhānyaka, and Jīraka.
Srotas Karma (Action on Body Channels):
Anna Vaha Srotas (Food Channel): Corrects dysfunction; improves appetite and digestion.
Prana Vaha Srotas (Respiratory Channel): Soothes irritation.
Rasa-Rakta Vaha Srotas (Plasma & Blood Channels): Cools, cleanses, and stops abnormal flow of blood.
Roga Karma (Action on Diseases): Amlapitta Hara (alleviates hyperacidity), Kṣataghna (wound healing, specifically for internal ulcers and injuries).
Lakṣaṇika Karma (Symptomatic Action): Śūla Praśamana (alleviates pain, especially abdominal and chest pain), Rocana (appetizing), Chardi Nigrahaṇa (anti-emetic).
Attribute (Guṇa) Property
: :
Rasa (Taste) Primarily Madhura (Sweet), with Katu (Pungent) and Kaṣāya (Astringent) secondary tastes from the Prakshepa Dravyas.
Guṇa (Quality) Snigdha (Unctuous, Oily), Gūru (Heavy for nourishment), Sūkṣma (Subtle - penetrates deep channels).
Vīrya (Potency) Śīta (Cooling).
Vipāka (Post-Digestive Effect) Madhura (Sweet).
Modern Correlate Actions: Demulcent, Gastro-protective, Antacid, Carminative, Appetizer, Mild Haemostatic (stops bleeding), Nutritive Tonic.
Thaikkattu Mooss ETM Oushadhasala (INDIA) Ltd (ETM) - As per the Ayurvedic Formulary of India specification.
Dosage: 1 to 2 teaspoons, twice or thrice daily, after food, mixed with a sufficient quantity of warm water or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.