Padmakadi
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Padmakadi Gana is a group of herbs used to pacify Pitta dosha, reduce burning sensations, and manage bleeding disorders. It is also known for its nourishing and galactagogue properties.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Burning sensation
- Excessive thirst
- Fever
- Skin disorders related to Pitta imbalance
- Bleeding disorders (Raktapitta)
- General debility
- Poisoning
Classical indications
- Raktapitta (bleeding disorders)
- Daha (burning sensation)
- Trishna (excessive thirst)
- Kushta (skin diseases)
Karma
- Pittashamaka (Pacifies Pitta)
- Raktaprasadana (Improves blood quality)
- Dahaprashamana (Relieves burning sensation)
- Trishna Nigrahana (Controls thirst)
- Varnya (Improves complexion)
Key ingredients
- Padmaka
- Usheera
- Madhuka
- Rakta Chandana
- Kamala
- Water
Adult dose
48-96 ml (approximately 1.6 - 3.2 oz) once or twice daily
Pediatric dose
25-50 ml
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials.
- Drying and grinding of individual herbs.
- Mixing the herbs in equal proportions.
- Sieving to obtain a fine powder (Churna).
Safety contraindications
- Generally safe, but avoid in conditions where cooling therapies are contraindicated.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana Adhyaya 15. sodhanadiganasamgarahodhayayah.
- 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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