Kamsa Hareetaki
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
Classical formulation
Modern description
Classical confection primarily made with Haritaki used for mild purgation, digestive support, and balancing Vata and Pitta doshas.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Mild constipation
- Abdominal distension
- Flatulence
- Initial stages of Ama formation
- Shotha (swelling/inflammation)
- Cough
- Fever
- Anorexia
- Urinary disorders
- Abdominal tumors
- Splenomegaly
- Anemia
- Emaciation
Classical indications
- Pravrudda Shvayathu (widespread oedema / anasarca)
- Kasa (Cough)
- Jwara (Fever)
- Aruchi (Anorexia)
- Meha (Diabetes Mellitus, Urinary Disorders)
- Gulma (Abdominal tumors)
- Pleeha (Splenomegaly)
- Tridosha (Disorders caused due to aggravation of all the Doshas)
- Udara (Abdominal Disorders, Ascitis)
- Pandu Roga (Anaemia)
- Krushata (Emaciation, Debilitating disorders, Consumption)
Karma
- Deepana (Appetizer)
- Pachana (Digestive)
- Vata-Kapha Hara (Balances Vata and Kapha)
- Anulomana (Mild Laxative)
- Shothahara (Reduces swelling)
Key ingredients
- Haritaki
- Rock Salt
- Shunthi
- Pippali
- Black Pepper
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
1-5 grams (adjust based on age and weight)
Preparation steps
- Prepare a decoction of Dashamoola.
- Add Haritaki and boil until a semi-solid consistency is reached.
- Incorporate Trikatu, Trijata, and Yava Kshara.
- Add Guda (jaggery) and honey.
- Mix thoroughly and store in a clean, airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy, lactation, children under 5 years, severe diarrhea, and dehydration.
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.
Published by formulations.directory