A Comprehensive Guide to Ayurvedic Specialties
भैषज्य रत्नावली - अम्लपित्त चिकित्सा प्रकरण (Bhaishajya Ratnavali - Amlapitta Chikitsa Prakarana).
The formulation is prepared from equal parts of the following five ingredients, followed by trituration (Bhāvana) with Āmalaki Swarasa.
पारद (Pārada) - (Purified Mercury)
गन्धक (Gandhaka) - (Purified Sulphur)
माण्डूर भस्म (Māndūra Bhasma) - (Calcined Iron Oxide)
अयस्कृति भस्म (Ayaskṛti Bhasma) - (Iron Calx)
अभ्रक भस्म (Abhraka Bhasma) - (Calcined Mica Ash)
आमलकी स्वरस (Āmalaki Swarasa) - (Juice of Phyllanthus emblica), used for Bhāvana (trituration).
Primary & Classical Diagnoses (Sanskrit)
अम्लपित्त (Amlapitta): A pathology primarily of Pitta Dosha, characterized by symptoms like hyperacidity, sour belching, and heartburn.
शूल (Śūla): Refers to colicky or gripping pain, often abdominal.
पाण्डु (Pāṇḍu): A condition characterized by pale skin and weakness, correlating with anemia.
Scope of Application (Modern & Integrated Clinical Correlation)
This formulation is specifically indicated for conditions involving hyperacidity, often coupled with iron deficiency.
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Acid-peptic disorders (APD), gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), dyspepsia, heartburn, vomiting, abdominal colic.
Hematological Disorders: Iron-deficiency anemia, particularly when it coexists with hyperacidity.
Dosha Karma (Action on Bio-Humors): त्रिदोष हर (Tridosha Hara) - Pacifies all three Doshas, with a specific emphasis on पित्त-कफ शमन (Pitta-Kapha Shamana) - pacifying Pitta and Kapha.
Dhātu Karma (Action on Body Tissues): Primarily acts on रक्त धातु (Rakta Dhatu - blood tissue) due to its haematinic (iron-supplying) property.
Agni Karma (Action on Digestive Metabolism): Helps normalize impaired digestive fire (Māndyāgni) associated with Amlapitta.
Srotas Karma (Action on Body Channels): Mainly acts on अन्नवह स्रोतस (Annavaha Srotas - channel of food digestion, GI tract) and रक्तवह स्रोतस (Raktavaha Srotas - channel of blood circulation).
Roga Karma (Action on Specific Diseases): अम्लपित्त हर (Amlapitta Hara) - Specific alleviator of Amlapitta.
Lakṣaṇika Karma (Symptomatic Action): शूल प्रशमन (Śūla Prashamana) - Alleviates pain, specifically abdominal colic.
Attribute (Guṇa) Property
Rasa (Taste) Predominantly Tikta (Bitter), Kaṣāya (Astringent) due to the combined effect of the bhasmas and Āmalaki.
Guṇa (Quality) Laghu (Light), Rūkṣa (Dry).
Vīrya (Potency) Śīta (Cooling).
Vipāka (Post-Digestive Effect) Madhura (Sweet).
Prabhāva (Unique Effect) Amlapittāntaka (Specific alleviator of Amlapitta).
Modern Correlate Actions:
Antacid: Neutralizes excess gastric acid.
Haematinic: Provides a bioavailable source of iron for hemoglobin synthesis.
Analgesic: Relieves abdominal pain and colic.
Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation in the gastric mucosa.
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Clinical Notes:
Dosage: 2 Ratti (Practical Dose: 250 - 500 mg), once or twice daily after meals.
Anupāna (Vehicle): A decoction (Kashāya) prepared with धान्यक (Dhānyaka - Coriandrum sativum), अभया (Abhaya - Terminalia chebula), and मिशि (Miśi - Pimpinella anisum/Aniseed).
Key Indication: Highly effective for managing पाण्डु (Pāṇḍu - anemia) with concomitant अम्लपित्त (Amlapitta - hyperacidity).
Contraindications & Precautions:
Avoid long-term use and overdose.
Not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.
Concomitant use of Pitta and Rakta vitiating substances (e.g., excessively spicy food, alcohol) should be avoided during therapy.