Panchangi
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To be applied
Modern description
Panchangi is part of a topical application regimen including Yamaka and Mandala but its specific composition and action require further details for complete understanding.
Purpose
To be applied
Indications
- Indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, cough, cold, respiratory congestion, Ama conditions (accumulation of metabolic toxins), rheumatoid arthritis (early stages when Ama is dominant).
Karma
- Deepana (digestive stimulant)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka (pacifies Vata and Kapha doshas)
- Shoolahara (pain reliever)
- Amapachana (digest Ama)
Key ingredients
- Most likely
- Panchangi refers to a combination of five ingredients
- commonly
- Long Pepper Fruit
- Black Pepper Fruit
- Chavya Stem
- Chitrak Root
Adult dose
1-3 grams, once or twice daily.
Pediatric dose
Reduce the adult dose proportionally based on age and weight, or as directed by a physician.
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw herbs
- Cleaning and drying of herbs
- Powdering of individual herbs
- Mixing of herbs in specified ratio
- Quality check of the mixture
- Packaging and labeling
Safety contraindications
- May be contraindicated in individuals with severe Pitta aggravation or ulcers.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Uttarasthana.
- 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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