Amritadi

Modern description

A formulation used for treating skin conditions like pimples, administered in gradually increasing dosages with honey. Also used in treatment of gout, arthritis, haemorrhoids and obesity management.

Purpose

Conquers pimples and other ailments when increased gradually in parts and dissolved in honey.

Indications

• Fever (Jwara)
• Cough (Kasa)
• Respiratory ailments
• General debility
• Skin diseases
• Boosting immunity
• Digestive issues
• Pimples
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Gout
• Haemorrhoids
• Fistula

Classical indications

• Pimples
• Other ailments

Karma

• Rasayana
• Deepana
• Pachana
• Kaphahara
• Pittahara
• Anti-inflammatory
• Detoxifying

Key ingredients

• Based on prevalent usage and classical references
• commonly with other ingredients like Vasa
• Kantakari
• Bharangi or Triphala (Haritaki, Bibhitaki, Amalaki) in varying proportions. Specific quantities depend on the manufacturer and intended therapeutic use.
• 'Amritadi' commonly refers to a formulation containing

Adult dose

Kwatha: 50-100 ml, once or twice daily. Churna: 3-6 grams, once or twice daily.

Pediatric dose

Not specified, consult a practitioner

Preparation steps

• Take Guduchi, Guggulu, and Triphala in specified quantities.
• Add double the quantity of water.
• Boil the mixture in a wide-mouthed vessel until the water reduces to a quarter.
• Filter the decoction to remove impurities from Guggulu.
• Heat the filtered decoction until it becomes thick.
• Add the specified quantities of the remaining ingredients (Danti, Vyosha, Maricha, Pippali, Shunti, Vidanga, Tvak, and Trivrut) to the thick decoction.
• Mix well to form a semi-solid mass.
• Roll the mass into pills of approximately 500 mg each or prepare as churna.

Safety contraindications

• Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation without professional supervision. Not recommended for patients who are emaciated or have muscular dystrophy. Avoid in children below 6 years of age or prescribe in lower doses.