Chaturthaka
Describes a fever pattern where the dosha situated in the head causes chaturthaka on the fourth day and the dosha situated in the joints causes pralepaka always. Specifically for Rajayakshmis.
Modern description
A diagnostic term describing a type of fever that recurs every fourth day, often associated with Rajayakshma. It may be correlated to malaria or other intermittent fevers.
Purpose
Describes a fever pattern where the dosha situated in the head causes chaturthaka on the fourth day and the dosha situated in the joints causes pralepaka always. Specifically for Rajayakshmis.
Indications
- Digestive issues
- Mild constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Cough
- Cold
- General debility
- Fever that occurs on the fourth day
- Rajayakshmis
Classical indications
- Fever that occurs on the fourth day
- Rajayakshmis
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Anulomana
- Rasayana
Key ingredients
- Most commonly refers to a formulation with
- 1 part Amalaki
- and 1 part Pippali
- 1 part Bibhitaki
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner.
Preparation steps
- Specific preparation steps would depend on the exact ingredients, but generally involves combining powdered herbs in specific proportions.
Safety contraindications
- Generally not recommended during acute illness or for pregnant and breastfeeding women unless directed by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.