Hingvashtak Churna
Hiṅgvaṣṭaka Cūrṇa
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:37 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37
Hingvashtak Churna (Hiṅgvaṣṭaka Cūrṇa) is a classical Ayurvedic fine herbal powder (Cūrṇa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (7:37), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37. It is made from 8 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 1 to 2 g, taken with ghee. 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, 7:37, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37. 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, 7:37 (e-book p. 353) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37 |
| Ingredients | 8 |
| Dose (AFI) | 1 to 2 g |
| Anupāna | Ghee |
| 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 Hingvashtak Churna
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:37. 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.) | 3 g |
| 2 | Marica (Fr.) | 3 g |
| 3 | Pippalī (Fr.) | 3 g |
| 4 | Ajamodā (Fr.) | 3 g |
| 5 | Saindhava Lavaṇa | 3 g |
| 6 | Śveta Jīraka (Fr.) | 3 g |
| 7 | Kṛṣṇa Jīraka (Fr.) | 3 g |
| 8 | Hiṅgu - śuddha (Exd.) | 3 g |
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 Hingvashtak Churna or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Agnimāndya — Digestive impairment
- Śūla — Colicky Pain
- Gulma — Abdominal lump
- Vātaroga — Disease due to Vāta doṣa
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 1 to 2 g
Anupāna (the vehicle it is taken with): Ghee
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 Hingvashtak Churna
What is Hingvashtak Churna?
Hingvashtak Churna (Hiṅgvaṣṭaka Cūrṇa) is a classical Ayurvedic fine herbal powder (Cūrṇa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (7:37), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37. It is made from 8 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 1 to 2 g, taken with ghee. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Hingvashtak Churna?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:37, Hingvashtak Churna contains 8 ingredients: Śuṇṭhī 3 g, Marica 3 g, Pippalī 3 g, Ajamodā 3 g, Saindhava Lavaṇa 3 g, Śveta Jīraka 3 g, Kṛṣṇa Jīraka 3 g, Hiṅgu - śuddha 3 g.
What is the dose of Hingvashtak Churna?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:37 gives a dose of 1 to 2 g, taken with ghee. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Hingvashtak Churna from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:37 takes the formula of Hingvashtak Churna from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37.
Is Hingvashtak 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, 7:37. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Hingvashtak Churna?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Hingwashtak Churna. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 7:37, HIṅGVAṣṭAKA CūRṇA, e-book p. 353. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Agnimāndyādirogādhikāra: 37
