Punarnavarishta
from Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Shotha / Mutrakrichra Chikitsa Prakarana).
Punarnavarishta is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa), cited to Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Shotha / Mutrakrichra Chikitsa Prakarana). It is not among the formulations in Parts I and II of the Ayurvedic Formulary of India; the formula on this page is the one printed on the Prachyam pack, with 18 ingredients. 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. Formula as printed on the Prachyam pack; not among the formulations in AFI Parts I and II. 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 | Not in AFI Parts I–II |
| Classical source | Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Shotha / Mutrakrichra Chikitsa Prakarana). |
| Ingredients | 18 |
| 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 Punarnavarishta
As printed on the Prachyam pack.
| # | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Punarnava Shwet (Root) | |
| 2 | Lal Punarnava (Root) | |
| 3 | Bala (Root) | |
| 4 | Atibala (Root) | |
| 5 | Patha (Root) | |
| 6 | Vasa (Root) | |
| 7 | Giloya (Stem) | |
| 8 | Chitrak Mool Chhal (Root) | |
| 9 | Kateri Chhoti (Whole Plant) | |
| 10 | Nagkeshar (Flower) | |
| 11 | Dalchini (Stem Bark) | |
| 12 | Elaichi Chhoti (Seed) | |
| 13 | Kali Mirch (Fruit) | |
| 14 | Tej Pat (Leaf) | |
| 15 | Netrabala (Root) | |
| 16 | Shahad (Honey) | |
| 17 | Gur | 1 Part |
| 18 | Water |
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 Punarnavarishta
What is Punarnavarishta?
Punarnavarishta is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa), cited to Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Shotha / Mutrakrichra Chikitsa Prakarana). It is not among the formulations in Parts I and II of the Ayurvedic Formulary of India; the formula on this page is the one printed on the Prachyam pack, with 18 ingredients. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Punarnavarishta?
As printed on the Prachyam pack, Punarnavarishta contains 18 ingredients: Punarnava Shwet, Lal Punarnava, Bala, Atibala, Patha, Vasa, Giloya, Chitrak Mool Chhal, Kateri Chhoti, Nagkeshar (Flower), Dalchini, Elaichi Chhoti, Kali Mirch, Tej Pat, Netrabala, Shahad, Gur 1 Part, Water.
Which classical text is Punarnavarishta from?
Punarnavarishta is cited to Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Shotha / Mutrakrichra Chikitsa Prakarana).
Is Punarnavarishta 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. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Punarnavarishta?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Punarnavarista. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Shotha / Mutrakrichra Chikitsa Prakarana).
Formula as printed on the Prachyam pack; not among the formulations in AFI Parts I and II.
