Aragvadhadi

Modern description

Aragvadhadi is a group of formulations including Aragvadha used for skin diseases, wound healing and reducing itching.

Purpose

Part of a group of formulations (Aragvadhadi, Arkadi, Mushkakadi, Asanadikah)

Indications

• Skin diseases (Kushta), Constipation (Vibandha), Indigestion (Agnimandya), Visarpa (Herpes), Obesity (Sthaulya), Worm infestation (Krimi), Prameha (Diabetes)
• Vomiting
• Itching
• Ring worm infection
• Allergic dermatitis
• Eczema
• Non-healing wounds
• Kaphaja fever
• Scabies
• Urticaria
• Diabetic Foot Ulcer
• Frequent Urination
• Urinary Turbidity

Classical indications

• Chardi (Emesis)
• Visavikara (morbidity due to poisonous substance)
• Kaphavikara (disorders due to vitiation of Kaphadosha)
• Prameha (urinary disorders)
• Kandu (itching)
• Dushtavrana (nonhealing ulcer)
• Kushta (skin disease)

Karma

• Vatahara
• Kaphahara
• Pittahara (mildly)
• Rechana (mild laxative)
• Rasayana
• Aam Pachak (Detoxifier)
• Anthelmintic
• Depurative (purifies blood)

Key ingredients

• Aragvadha
• Haritaki
• Amalaki
• Shunti
• Maricha
• Pippali
• Vidanga
• Sita
• Bibhitaki

Adult dose

3-6 grams

Pediatric dose

Dose is dependent on the specific formulation and its ingredients. Use with caution.

Preparation steps

• Take about 10-15 grams of the powdered Aragvadhadi Kashayam mix.
• Boil in 240-300 ml of water until it reduces to 1/4th.
• Strain the liquid; you'll be left with a concentrated decoction.
• If it's too bitter, add a pinch of jaggery or a few drops of honey (once it cools).

Safety contraindications

• Severe Vata dominance, Extremely low digestive strength without supervision, Pregnant women unless specifically advised by a physician