Triphala Churna त्रिफला चूर्ण
Triphalā Cūrṇa
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:15 · from Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42
Triphala Churna (Triphalā Cūrṇa) is a classical Ayurvedic fine herbal powder (Cūrṇa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (7:15), which takes it from Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42. It is made from 3 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 3 to 6 g, taken with ghee, honey, warm water. 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, 7:15, which takes the formula from Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42. 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, 7:15 (e-book p. 323) |
| Classical source | Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42 |
| Ingredients | 3 |
| Dose (AFI) | 3 to 6 g |
| Anupāna | Ghee, honey, warm water. |
| 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 Triphala Churna
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:15. 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 | Pathyā (Harītakī) (P.) | 1 Part |
| 2 | Bibhītaka (P.) | 1 Part |
| 3 | Dhātrī (Āmalakī) (P.) | 1 Part |
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 Triphala Churna or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Ānāha — Distension of abdomen due to obstruction to passage of urine and stools
- Prameha — Urinary disorders
- Netraroga — Eye disorder
- Kaphapittaroga — Disease due to Kapha doṣa and Pitta doṣa
- Kuṣṭha — Diseases of skin
- Mandāgni — Impaired digestive fire
- Aruci — Tastelessness
- Viṣamajvara — Intermittent fever
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 3 to 6 g
Anupāna (the vehicle it is taken with): Ghee, honey, warm water.
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 Triphala Churna
What is Triphala Churna?
Triphala Churna (Triphalā Cūrṇa) is a classical Ayurvedic fine herbal powder (Cūrṇa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (7:15), which takes it from Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42. It is made from 3 ingredients. The Formulary gives a dose of 3 to 6 g, taken with ghee, honey, warm water. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Triphala Churna?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:15, Triphala Churna contains 3 ingredients: Pathyā (Harītakī) 1 Part, Bibhītaka 1 Part, Dhātrī (Āmalakī) 1 Part.
What is the dose of Triphala Churna?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:15 gives a dose of 3 to 6 g, taken with ghee, honey, warm water. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Triphala Churna from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 7:15 takes the formula of Triphala Churna from Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42.
Is Triphala 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, 7:15. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Triphala Churna?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Triphala Churna. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 7:15, TRIPHALā CūRṇA, e-book p. 323. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhāvaprakāśa, Harītakyādī Varga : 41- 42
