Hingvadi Churna
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Hingvadi Churna is a powder formulation to stimulate digestion and alleviate Vata and Kapha disorders. It contains aromatic spices and medicinal herbs.
Purpose
To stimulate digestion and alleviate Vata and Kapha disorders
Indications
- Agni Mandya (Digestive impairment)
- Adhmana (Abdominal distension)
- Gulma (Abdominal lump/tumor)
- Shoola (Colicky pain)
- Ajirna (Indigestion)
- Vata Vikara (Vata disorders related to digestion)
- Grahani (Malabsorption syndrome)
- Back pain and low back pain
Classical indications
- Gulma
- Ajirna
- Adhmana
- Shoola
Karma
- Deepana (Appetizer)
- Pachana (Digestive)
- Vata anulomana (Carminative)
- Shoola Prashamana (Analgesic)
- Anahaprasaman (Relieves bloating)
- Gulmaghna (Reduces abdominal lump/tumor)
- Krimighna (Antimicrobial)
Key ingredients
- Hingu
- Vida Lavana
- Shunthi
- Pippali
- Maricha
- Ajamoda
- Saindhava Lavana
- Shveta Jiraka
- Chavya
- Krishna Jiraka
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
Consult physician
Preparation steps
- Take all ingredients in specified quantities
- Powder each ingredient separately to a fine consistency
- Mix all powdered ingredients thoroughly
- Sieve the mixture to ensure a uniform blend
- Store in an airtight container, away from moisture and direct sunlight
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with depleted sperm quality and quantity
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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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