Kumbhika
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
Kumbhika is likely a description of a type of eyelid condition or swelling, possibly related to inflammation and infection, and can be correlated to chalazion.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- General weakness (due to its Rasayana effect). Mildly effective in conditions related to Vata and Kapha imbalance.
Classical indications
- Vartmaroga (eye lid disorders)
- Kumbhika Pidika (boil or swelling on the eyelid)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Anulomana (mild laxative)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
- Vata-Kapha Hara (balances Vata and Kapha)
Key ingredients
- Based on available information and likely composition
- Kumbhika likely contains
- Amalaki fruit pulp
- Guda . Proportions may vary.
- Bibhitaki fruit pulp
Adult dose
5-10 grams once or twice a day
Pediatric dose
Not applicable
Preparation steps
- Collect the ingredients.
- Dry the ingredients separately.
- Powder each ingredient individually.
- Mix all the ingredients in the specified ratio.
- Store in an airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Not suitable for individuals with severe uncontrolled diabetes or known allergies to any of the ingredients.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta 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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