Amravarta
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
The text states that it is created when something is dried in the sun repeatedly, resulting in concentrated properties and potential digestive benefits [cite: null]. It is used for its potential digestive benefits [cite: null].
Modern description
A preparation created by repeatedly drying a substance in the sun, used for its concentrated properties and potential digestive benefits [cite: null].
Purpose
To address constipation, loss of appetite, indigestion, and mild abdominal discomfort by promoting bowel movement through a preparation concentrated by repeated sun drying [cite: null].
Indications
- Constipation [cite: null], loss of appetite [cite: null], indigestion [cite: null], mild abdominal discomfort [cite: null], promotes bowel movement [cite: null].
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Anulomana
- Vatanulomana
Key ingredients
- Haritaki fruit pulp
- Amalaki fruit pulp
- Bibhitaki fruit pulp
- Draksha
- Sharkara
- Madhu
- Trikatu
Adult dose
5-10 grams [cite: null]
Pediatric dose
Varies depending on the substance [cite: null].
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients as per the formulation [cite: null].
- Clean and dry each ingredient thoroughly [cite: null].
- Powder each ingredient separately using a mortar and pestle or a grinder [cite: null].
- Sieve each powder through a fine cloth to remove any impurities or coarse particles [cite: null].
- Mix all the powdered ingredients in the specified ratio [cite: null].
- Spread the mixture on a clean, dry surface and expose it to direct sunlight [cite: null].
- Allow the mixture to dry completely under the sun for a specified period, usually several days, turning it over periodically to ensure even drying [cite: null].
- After each drying period, collect the mixture and store it in an airtight container [cite: null].
- Repeat the process of sun-drying and storing for a specified number of cycles, as indicated in the formulation [cite: null].
- After the final drying cycle, store the Amravarta in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight [cite: null].
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with severe gastrointestinal issues, acute infections, or allergies to any of the ingredients [cite: null].
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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