Pathya
Digestive medicine with the same prior qualities as mentioned in the treatment of fever.
Modern description
Pathya is a digestive medicine containing Pathya, Kustumbari, and Karkatashringi, used to improve digestion and alleviate symptoms related to fever.
Purpose
Digestive medicine with the same prior qualities as mentioned in the treatment of fever.
Indications
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Mild digestive issues
- Daily rejuvenative
- Promoting healthy bowel movements
- Supporting liver function
- Fever
Classical indications
- Agni Mandya (Digestive impairment)
- Aruchi (Anorexia)
- Jwara (Fever)
Karma
- Anulomana (mild laxative)
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
- Tridoshahara (balances all three doshas)
Key ingredients
- Haritaki fruit powder
Adult dose
1-3 grams, once or twice daily. Start with a smaller dose (1 gram) and gradually increase as needed.
Pediatric dose
1-3 grams
Preparation steps
- Collect the ingredients.
- Dry and powder each ingredient separately.
- Mix all the powdered ingredients in the specified ratio.
- Store in an airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended during acute dysentery or severe abdominal pain.