Kantakari Ghrita (Kanatakari Ghrta)
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Kantakari Ghrita is a classical Ayurvedic medicated ghee used to treat respiratory disorders such as cough, asthma, and bronchitis. It helps in pacifying Vata and Kapha doshas, improving digestion, and alleviating cough.
Modern description
A classical Ghrita formulation used for respiratory conditions, especially cough and asthma. It acts as a mucolytic, bronchodilator, and anti-inflammatory agent.
Purpose
To treat respiratory conditions and improve digestion by balancing Vata and Kapha doshas.
Indications
- Cough
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Dyspnea (shortness of breath)
- Hiccups
- Respiratory disorders
- Vata-Kapha imbalance
- Rhinitis
Classical indications
- Sarva Kasa (all types of cough)
- Swasa-Hidhma (breathing disorder and hiccup)
Karma
- Kasahara
- Shwasahara
- Vata-kapha hara
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Expectorant
Key ingredients
- Kantakari root paste (kalka)
- Go-ghrita
- Water
Adult dose
5-10 grams once or twice a day
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 grams twice daily, adjusted for age
Preparation steps
- Prepare Kantakari kwatha (decoction) following specific Ayurvedic procedures.
- Collect other herbs like Rasna and Balamool.
- Freshly prepare cow's ghee.
- Combine the Kantakari kwatha with ghee and other herbal ingredients.
- Heat the mixture on low flame until Gritha Siddhi Lakshanas (signs of complete ghee preparation) are observed.
- Allow to cool and filter using a clean cotton cloth.
Safety contraindications
- Not specified, but avoid in Pitta dominant conditions or as advised by the physician.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charak 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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