Bhunimbadya Churna (Bhunimabadaya Curana)
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Bhunimbadya Churna is a classical Ayurvedic formulation based on Bhunimba (Andrographis paniculata) and other herbs, used to reduce fever, thirst, and Pitta imbalances. It supports skin health, detoxification and immune balance.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Fever (Jwara)
- Indigestion (Ajeerna)
- Liver disorders (Yakrit Vikara)
- Skin diseases (Kushtha)
- General weakness (Daurbalya) due to fever or infection
- Grahani (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Classical indications
- Grahani Dosha (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
- Agnimandya (Digestive impairment)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Jvaraghna (antipyretic)
- Pittahara (pacifies Pitta)
- Srotoshodhana (channel purification)
Key ingredients
- Bhunimba
- Katuki
- Musta
- Pippali
- Shunthi
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
0.5-1 gram, 1-2 times per day
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients of pharmacopoeial quality.
- Wash separately to remove any microbial load.
- Dry the ingredients.
- Individually powder each ingredient and pass through sieve number 10.
- Weigh the ingredients according to the formula.
- Mix all the powdered ingredients thoroughly.
- Pass the mixture through a clean cloth.
- Store in airtight containers.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in conditions where bitter and pungent herbs are contraindicated, or as advised by a physician.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka Samhita.
- 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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