A Comprehensive Guide to Ayurvedic Specialties
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1. Reference
Yogaratnakara (One of the authoritative compendia of Ayurvedic formulations, categorized under the Laghu Trayee)
2. Composition (Sanskrit & Botanical Equivalents)
The formulation is a powder (Cūrṇa) composed of the following ingredients in the specified parts by weight:
हीङ्गु (Hiṅgu) (Ferula assafoetida)
वचा (Vacā) (Acorus calamus)
पिप्पली (Pippalī) (Piper longum)
शुण्ठी (Śuṇṭhī) (Zingiber officinale)
यवानी (Yavānī) (Trachyspermum ammi)
हरीतकी (Harītakī) (Terminalia chebula)
चित्रक (Citraka) (Plumbago zeylanica)
कुष्ठ (Kuṣṭha) (Saussurea costus)
3. Therapeutic Indications
Primary & Classical Diagnoses (Sanskrit)
Ajīrṇa: Indigestion due to impaired digestive fire.
Udāvarta: A disorder characterized by the upward movement of Vāta, causing bloating, distension, and constipation.
Gulma: Phantom tumor or abdominal lump, often caused by vitiated Vāta.
Śvāsa: Dyspnea or breathing difficulties.
Kāsa: Cough.
Plīha Roga: Disorders of the spleen, often involving enlargement.
Udara Roga: A broad term for abdominal diseases including ascites.
Arśas: Hemorrhoids.
Śūla: Colicky or gripping pain, especially in the abdomen.
Kṣaya: Wasting or consumptive diseases.
Scope of Application (Modern & Integrated Clinical Correlation)
Gastrointestinal System: Functional Dyspepsia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with bloating, Intestinal Gas, Colic, Hemorrhoids, Splenomegaly, parasitic worm infestations.
Respiratory System: Cough, Dyspnea, especially when secondary to poor digestion (e.g., reflux-associated cough).
Metabolic System: Supports metabolism in weight management protocols.
4. Pharmacological Properties (Dravyaguna)
Dosha Karma (Action on Bio-Humors): Kapha-Vāta Šamana, Vātānulomana. Pacifies Kapha and Vāta doshas. Specifically facilitates the downward movement of Vāta (Anulomana), correcting its upward movement (Udāvarta).
Dhātu Karma (Action on Body Tissues): Rasa Prasādana. Purifies Rasa Dhātu (the plasma and lymphatic tissue).
Agni Karma (Action on Digestive Fire): Dīpana, Pācana. Kindles the digestive fire (Agni) and digests toxins (Āma).
Srotas Karma (Action on Body Channels): Srotoviśodhana (channel cleansing), Lekhana (scraping). Cleanses the bodily channels and has a scraping action to remove obstructive waste.
Roga Karma (Disease Curing Action): Jantughna (microbicidal), Kṛmighna (anthelmintic). Destroys microorganisms and parasites.
Lakṣaṇika Karma (Symptomatic Action): Śūla Hara (analgesic), Kapha Praseka Hara (reduces excess salivation or mucus secretion). Alleviates pain and reduces Kapha secretions.
5. Pharmacodynamics (Rasa, Guṇa, Vīrya, Vipāka)
| Attribute (Guṇa) | Property |
| Rasa (Taste) | Predominantly Kaṭu (Pungent), Kaṣāya (Astringent), Tikta (Bitter) |
| Guṇa (Quality) | Laghu (Light), Rūkṣa (Dry), Tīkṣṇa (Sharp) |
| Vīrya (Potency) | Uṣṇa (Heating) |
| Vipāka (Post-digestive Effect) | Kaṭu (Pungent) |
Note on Modern Correlate Actions: Carminative, digestive stimulant, antispasmodic, anthelmintic, expectorant, and anti-flatulent.
6. Approved Manufacturers
SKM Siddha and Ayurveda (Yogaratnakara Formulation)
Dosage & Administration: 3-6 grams, administered with a suitable adjuvant such as buttermilk (Takra), hot water (Uṣṇa Jala), or as directed by a physician.
Contraindications & Precautions: Contraindicated in conditions dominated by Pitta Dosha and Raktaja (blood-related) disorders due to its hot, sharp, and drying properties.