Kutajarishta
Kuṭajāriṣta
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:11 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99
Kutajarishta (Kuṭajāriṣta) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:11), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99. It is made from 7 ingredients, the largest amounts being Dhātakī, Madhūka Kusuma and Kāśmarī (Gambhārī). The Formulary gives a dose of 12 to 24 ml. 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, 1:11, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99. A product you buy may follow a different text, so always read its label, and ask a Vaidya before use.
| Dosage form | Āsava / Ariṣṭa — fermented liquid medicine |
|---|---|
| Formulary | Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:11 (e-book p. 55) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99 |
| Ingredients | 7 |
| Dose (AFI) | 12 to 24 ml |
| Supervision | On a physician's advice |
What is a Āsava / Ariṣṭa?
Herbs are fermented in a solution of jaggery or sugar. An Ariṣṭa is made from a decoction of the herbs, an Āsava from the herbs or their juice without boiling. Fermentation produces a small amount of alcohol, which preserves the medicine.
Ingredients of Kutajarishta
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:11. 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 | Kuṭajamūla (Kuṭaja) (St. Bk.) | 4.800 kg |
| 2 | Mṛdvīkā (Drākṣā) (Dr. Fr.) | 2.400 kg |
| 3 | Madhūka Kusuma (Fl.) | 480 g |
| 4 | Kāśmarī (Gambhārī) (St. Bk.) | 480 g |
| 5 | Water for decoction reduced to 12.288l | 49.152l |
| 6 | Guḍa | 4.800 kg |
| 7 | Dhātakī (Fl.) | 960 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 Kutajarishta or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Jvara — Fever
- Grahaṇī — Malabsorption syndrome
- Raktātīsāra — Diarrhoea with Bleeding
- Agnimāndya — Digestive impairment
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 12 to 24 ml
The Formulary's dose is a general one. Your physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Safety
- Contains self-generated alcohol from fermentation and is sweetened with jaggery or sugar. Ask a physician first if you are pregnant, have diabetes or liver disease, or must avoid alcohol.
- 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 Kutajarishta
What is Kutajarishta?
Kutajarishta (Kuṭajāriṣta) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:11), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99. It is made from 7 ingredients, the largest amounts being Dhātakī, Madhūka Kusuma and Kāśmarī (Gambhārī). The Formulary gives a dose of 12 to 24 ml. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Kutajarishta?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:11, Kutajarishta contains 7 ingredients: Kuṭajamūla (Kuṭaja) 4.800 kg, Mṛdvīkā (Drākṣā) 2.400 kg, Madhūka Kusuma 480 g, Kāśmarī (Gambhārī) 480 g, Water for decoction reduced to 12.288l 49.152l, Guḍa 4.800 kg, Dhātakī 960 g.
What is the dose of Kutajarishta?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:11 gives a dose of 12 to 24 ml. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Kutajarishta from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:11 takes the formula of Kutajarishta from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99.
Is Kutajarishta 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, 1:11. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Kutajarishta?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Kutajarishta. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 1:11, KUṭAJāRIṣTA, e-book p. 55. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Atīsārādhikāra: 97-99
