Prabhakar Vati
Prabhākara Vaṭī
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 12:15 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67
Prabhakar Vati (Prabhākara Vaṭī) is a classical Ayurvedic tablet or pill (Vaṭī / Guṭikā) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (12:15), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67. It is made from 6 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 125 to 250 mg, taken with water, arjuna kvātha, 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, 12:15, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67. A product you buy may follow a different text, so always read its label, and ask a Vaidya before use.
| Dosage form | Vaṭī / Guṭikā — tablet or pill |
|---|---|
| Formulary | Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 12:15 (e-book p. 520) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67 |
| Ingredients | 6 |
| Dose (AFI) | 125 to 250 mg |
| Anupāna | Water, Arjuna Kvātha, milk |
| Supervision | On a physician's advice |
What is a Vaṭī / Guṭikā?
The ingredients are powdered, ground with a liquid (bhāvanā) such as a herbal juice or decoction, and rolled into pills or pressed into tablets.
Ingredients of Prabhakar Vati
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 12:15. 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 | Mākṣika (Svarṇamākṣika) - bhasma | 1 Part |
| 2 | Lauha - bhasma | 1 Part |
| 3 | Abhra (Abhraka) - bhasma | 1 Part |
| 4 | Tugākṣīrī (Vaṃśa) (S.C.) | 1 Part |
| 5 | Śilājatu - śuddha | 1 Part |
| 6 | Pārtha vāri (Arjuna) (St.Bk.) | Q.S. for bhāvanā |
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 Prabhakar Vati or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Hṛdroga — Heart disease
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 125 to 250 mg
Anupāna (the vehicle it is taken with): Water, Arjuna Kvātha, 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 Prabhakar Vati
What is Prabhakar Vati?
Prabhakar Vati (Prabhākara Vaṭī) is a classical Ayurvedic tablet or pill (Vaṭī / Guṭikā) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (12:15), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67. It is made from 6 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 125 to 250 mg, taken with water, arjuna kvātha, milk. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Prabhakar Vati?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 12:15, Prabhakar Vati contains 6 ingredients: Mākṣika (Svarṇamākṣika) - bhasma 1 Part, Lauha - bhasma 1 Part, Abhra (Abhraka) - bhasma 1 Part, Tugākṣīrī (Vaṃśa) 1 Part, Śilājatu - śuddha 1 Part, Pārtha vāri (Arjuna).
What is the dose of Prabhakar Vati?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 12:15 gives a dose of 125 to 250 mg, taken with water, arjuna kvātha, milk. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Prabhakar Vati from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 12:15 takes the formula of Prabhakar Vati from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67.
Is Prabhakar Vati 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, 12:15. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Prabhakar Vati?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Prabhakar Vati. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 12:15, PRABHāKARA VAṭī, e-book p. 520. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra : 67
