Avipattikar Churna
Avipattikara Cūrṇa
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27
Avipattikar Churna (Avipattikara Cūrṇa) is a classical Ayurvedic fine herbal powder (Cūrṇa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (7:2), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27. It is made from 14 ingredients, the largest amounts being Śarkarā, Trivṛt and Lavaṅga. The Formulary gives a dose of 3 to 6 g, taken with honey, water, milk. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
Please note: The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27. A product you buy may follow a different text, so always read its label, and ask a Vaidya before use.
| Dosage form | Cūrṇa — fine herbal powder |
|---|---|
| Formulary | Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2 (e-book p. 309) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27 |
| Ingredients | 14 |
| Dose (AFI) | 3 to 6 g |
| Anupāna | Honey, water, milk. |
| Supervision | On a physician's advice |
What is a Cūrṇa?
The dried ingredients are powdered separately, sieved through fine cloth and mixed in the stated proportions.
Ingredients of Avipattikar Churna
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2. Plant-part codes follow the Formulary: Rt. root, Rz. rhizome, Fr. fruit, Lf. leaf, St. stem, St.Bk. stem bark, Ht.Wd. heartwood, Sd. seed, Pl. whole plant, P. pericarp, Exd. exudate.
| # | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Śuṇṭhī (Rz.) | 1 Part |
| 2 | Marica (Fr.) | 1 Part |
| 3 | Pippalī (Fr.) | 1 Part |
| 4 | Harītakī (P.) | 1 Part |
| 5 | Bibhītaka (P.) | 1 Part |
| 6 | Āmalakī (P.) | 1 Part |
| 7 | Musta (Mustā) (Rz.) | 1 Part |
| 8 | Viḍa (Viḍa Lavaṇa) | 1 Part |
| 9 | Viḍaṅga (Fr.) | 1 Part |
| 10 | Elā (Sūkṣmailā) (Sd.) | 1 Part |
| 11 | Patra (Tejapatra) (Lf.) | 1 Part |
| 12 | Lavaṅga (Fl. Bd.) | 11 Parts |
| 13 | Trivṛt (Rt.) | 44 Parts |
| 14 | Śarkarā | 66 Parts |
Indications listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India
These are the classical indications as the Formulary records them, with its English renderings, given for information. They are not a claim that Avipattikar Churna or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Agnimāndya — Digestive impairment
- Malabandha — Constipation
- Amlapitta — Dyspepsia
- Arśa — Haemorrhoids
- Mūtrabandha — Retention of urine
- Prameha — Urinary disorders
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 3 to 6 g
Anupāna (the vehicle it is taken with): Honey, water, milk.
The Formulary's dose is a general one. Your physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Safety
- Tell your physician about every other medicine you take. Do not stop or change prescribed medication on your own.
If you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number or go to a hospital.
Common questions about Avipattikar Churna
What is Avipattikar Churna?
Avipattikar Churna (Avipattikara Cūrṇa) is a classical Ayurvedic fine herbal powder (Cūrṇa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (7:2), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27. It is made from 14 ingredients, the largest amounts being Śarkarā, Trivṛt and Lavaṅga. The Formulary gives a dose of 3 to 6 g, taken with honey, water, milk. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Avipattikar Churna?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2, Avipattikar Churna contains 14 ingredients: Śuṇṭhī 1 Part, Marica 1 Part, Pippalī 1 Part, Harītakī 1 Part, Bibhītaka 1 Part, Āmalakī 1 Part, Musta (Mustā) 1 Part, Viḍa (Viḍa Lavaṇa) 1 Part, Viḍaṅga 1 Part, Elā (Sūkṣmailā) 1 Part, Patra (Tejapatra) 1 Part, Lavaṅga 11 Parts, Trivṛt 44 Parts, Śarkarā 66 Parts.
What is the dose of Avipattikar Churna?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2 gives a dose of 3 to 6 g, taken with honey, water, milk. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Avipattikar Churna from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2 takes the formula of Avipattikar Churna from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27.
Is Avipattikar Churna made the same way in every Ayurvedic text?
Not always. The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:2. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Avipattikar Churna?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Avipattikar Churna. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 7:2, AVIPATTIKARA CūRṇA, e-book p. 309. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Amlapittādhikāra: 24-27
