Samkhayato Bhadarakapaya
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Samkhyato Bhadrakapya is mentioned as a type of Yajjah Purusha and Annapanika in Charaka Samhita, indicating a classification or description rather than a medicinal formulation.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Diarrhea
- Dysentery
- Malabsorption syndrome (Grahani)
- Anorexia
- Indigestion
- Abdominal distension
- Bleeding disorders related to Pitta aggravation (e.g. Raktapitta)
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Grahi
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka
Key ingredients
- Kapittha
- Water
- Bhadraka
Adult dose
12-24 ml (approximately 1-2 tablespoons)
Pediatric dose
6-12 ml (approximately 1-2 teaspoons) under supervision of a physician.
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials.
- Cleaning and drying of the raw materials.
- Coarsely powdering the ingredients.
- Adding the powder to water.
- Adding a fermentation starter culture.
- Allowing the mixture to ferment for a specific period.
- Filtering the fermented liquid.
- Testing and standardization.
- Bottling and packaging.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy, lactation, and in children below 5 years of age. Severe Pitta aggravation.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka Samhita.
- 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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