Pippalyadi Decoction (Pipapalayadi Kavatha)
Used for drinking and as part of the diet in the treatment of Prameha Pidaka (diabetic boils).
Modern description
A decoction prepared from the Pippalyadi group of herbs, used in the treatment of Prameha Pidaka (diabetic boils) to improve digestion and reduce inflammation.
Purpose
Used for drinking and as part of the diet in the treatment of Prameha Pidaka (diabetic boils).
Indications
- Indigestion, loss of appetite, fever associated with indigestion, cough, cold, asthma, metabolic disorders related to ama (undigested toxins)
- Prameha Pidaka (diabetic boils/carbuncles)
Classical indications
- Drinking and in food for Prameha Pidaka (Diabetic boils/Carbuncles)
Karma
- Deepana (digestive stimulant)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Kapha-vata shamaka (reduces Kapha and Vata doshas)
- Amapachana (digests metabolic toxins)
Key ingredients
- Pippali
- Musta
- Shunti
- Katuki
- Water
Adult dose
48-60 ml
Pediatric dose
Not typically used in children without specific indications.
Preparation steps
- Take the raw herbs of Pippalyadi group.
- Boil the crude powder of herbs in water until the volume reduces to 1/4 of its original volume to obtain the Kwatha or decoction.
- Cool the Kwatha and filter it through a muslin cloth to remove impurities.
Safety contraindications
- Generally not used in children without specific indications.