A Comprehensive Guide to Ayurvedic Specialties
Amlapittāntaka Rasa
Ayurvedic Formulary of India / रसेन्द्र सार संग्रह (Rasendra Sara Sangraha) - अम्लपित्त चिकित्सा (Amlapitta Chikitsa).
The formulation is prepared from the following ingredients in the specified proportions.
पारद (Pārada) - (Purified Mercury)
अभ्रक भस्म (Abhraka Bhasma) - (Calcined Mica Ash)
लोह भस्म (Loha Bhasma) - (Calcined Iron Ash)
हरीतकी (Harītaki) - (Terminalia chebula)
Note: The composition ratio is one part each of Pārada, Abhraka Bhasma, and Loha Bhasma to three parts of Harītaki.
Primary & Classical Diagnoses (Sanskrit)
अम्लपित्त (Amlapitta): A condition characterized by the vitiation of Pitta Dosha, leading to symptoms like hyperacidity, sour belching, and heartburn. The formulation is specifically indicated for साम पित्त (Sāma Pitta), where Pitta is associated with आम (Āma) or metabolic toxins.
Scope of Application (Modern & Integrated Clinical Correlation)
This formulation is indicated for chronic conditions involving hyperacidity and anemia.
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Chronic acid-peptic disorders, gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), dyspepsia, flatulence.
Hematological Disorders: Iron-deficiency anemia, particularly when associated with chronic hyperacidity.
Dosha Karma (Action on Bio-Humors): Primarily पित्त हर (Pitta Hara) - pacifies Pitta Dosha. It is specifically साम पित्त हर (Sāma Pitta Hara), meaning it alleviates Pitta vitiated by Āma (toxins).
Dhātu Karma (Action on Body Tissues): Acts on रक्त धातु (Rakta Dhatu - blood tissue) due to its haematinic (iron-supplying) property.
Agni Karma (Action on Digestive Metabolism): Helps digest आम (Āma) or toxins due to the deep-penetrating (Soumya) properties of the bhasmas and the digestive qualities of Harītaki.
Srotas Karma (Action on Body Channels): Mainly acts on अन्नवह स्रोतस (Annavaha Srotas - channel of food digestion, GI tract).
Roga Karma (Action on Specific Diseases): अम्लपित्त हर (Amlapitta Hara) - Specific alleviator of Amlapitta.
Lakṣaṇika Karma (Symptomatic Action): Anti-flatulent and antacid.
| Attribute (Guṇa) | Property |
| Rasa (Taste) | Predominantly Kaṣāya (Astringent) and Madhura (Sweet) post-digestively. |
| Guṇa (Quality) | Laghu (Light), Sūkṣma (Subtle). |
| Vīrya (Potency) | सौम्य (Soumya) - Mild and cooling. |
| Vipāka (Post-Digestive Effect) | Madhura (Sweet). |
| Prabhāva (Unique Effect) | Amlapittāntaka (Specific alleviator of Amlapitta, especially chronic cases with Āma). |
Modern Correlate Actions:
Antacid: Neutralizes excess gastric acid.
Haematinic: Provides a bioavailable source of iron.
Carminative (Anti-flatulent): Reduces gas and bloating.
Digestive Stimulant & Detoxifying: Aids in digestion and helps clear metabolic toxins.
Kashmir Herbal Remedies (KASHMIR)
Clinical Notes:
Anupāna (Vehicle): Honey.
Key Characteristics: This formulation is considered सौम्य (Soumya) - milder than similar Louha (iron) preparations, making it suitable for chronic conditions.
Key Indication: Very effective in chronic Amlapitta with anemia. The inclusion of Harītaki helps mitigate the strong absorbent (Grāhi) effect of the mineral bhasmas.
Contraindications & Precautions:
Not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.