Four Aromatics (Chaturjata)
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To provide proportions for Chaturjata in the context of a formula for treating Atisara (diarrhea).
Modern description
Chaturjata is a blend of four aromatic spices used in Ayurveda to enhance digestion, improve taste, and balance the doshas. It is known for its Kapha and Vata pacifying properties.
Purpose
To provide proportions for Chaturjata in the context of a formula for treating Atisara (diarrhea).
Indications
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal distension
- Cough
- Cold
- Bronchitis
- Asthma
- Anorexia
Classical indications
- Arochaka (tastelessness)
- Kapha Vikara (diseases due to vitiated Kapha)
- Visha (poisoning)
- discoloration
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
- Kaphahara (alleviates Kapha)
- Rochana (improves taste)
- Sugandhi (aromatic)
Key ingredients
- Twak
- Patra
- Ela
- Nagakesara
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for appropriate dosage.
Preparation steps
- Collect the four ingredients: Twak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Patra (Cinnamomum tamala), and Nagakesara (Mesua ferrea).
- Ensure the ingredients are of high quality and free from adulteration.
- Dry the ingredients separately to remove moisture.
- Grind each ingredient individually into a fine powder.
- Weigh the ingredients in equal proportions (e.g., 10 grams each).
- Mix all the powdered ingredients thoroughly to obtain a homogenous mixture.
- Sieve the mixture through a fine mesh to ensure uniform particle size.
- Store the powder in an airtight container, protected from light and moisture.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in severe peptic ulcer disease or gastritis without professional guidance.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya.
- 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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