Kutaranashaka

Modern description

Likely a purgative combination of herbs. Useful in the management of diarrhea, dysentery, hemorrhoids and intestinal worms.

Purpose

Classical formulation

Indications

• Atisara (Diarrhea)
• Pravahika (Dysentery)
• Grahani (Malabsorption Syndrome)
• Arsha (Hemorrhoids)
• Krimi Roga (Intestinal Worms)
• Raktapitta (Bleeding disorders)

Classical indications

• Atisara
• Pravahika
• Grahani
• Arsha
• Krimi Roga
• Raktapitta

Karma

• Deepana (Appetizer)
• Pachana (Digestive)
• Grahi (Absorbent)
• Stambhana (Styptic)
• Krimighna (Anti-helminthic)

Key ingredients

• Based on available references
• 'Kutaranashaka' most likely refers to a formulation containing: Kutaja
• other supporting herbs may include Bilva
• Musta
• Ativisha
• and Indrayava . Exact proportions vary between formulations
• commonly
• Kutaja bark forms a significant portion
• with supporting herbs added in smaller quantities (e.g., Kutaja

Adult dose

Churna: 3-6 grams, two to three times a day; Vati/Gutika: 1-2 tablets, two to three times a day; Kwatha: 50-100 ml, two to three times a day. Dosage may vary based on the patient's condition and the specific formulation.

Pediatric dose

Use with caution; consult physician

Preparation steps

• Collection of raw materials
• Drying and cleaning of the ingredients
• Powdering and sieving of the ingredients
• Mixing of all ingredients in specified proportions
• Quality control checks
• Filling into capsules or tablets (if applicable)
• Packaging and labeling as per Ayurvedic guidelines

Safety contraindications

• Not generally recommended for individuals with severe constipation or obstruction of the bowels unless otherwise directed by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.