Tri Lavana Powder (Tri-Lavana Powder)
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
Used in context of properties similar to Haritaki.
Modern description
Tri-lavana powder is a mixture of three salts, used in Ayurveda to promote digestion and enhance taste, sharing similar properties with Haritaki.
Purpose
Used in context of properties similar to Haritaki.
Indications
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal distension
- Gas
- Constipation (Vata type)
- Low digestive fire (Agni)
- Amadosha
Classical indications
- Agni-mandya (Digestive impairment)
- Adhmana (Abdominal bloating)
- Aruchi (Tastelessness)
Karma
- Deepana (Appetizer)
- Pachana (Digestive)
- Rochana (Improves taste)
- Vatahara (Balances Vata)
- Kapha hara
- Pittahara
Key ingredients
- Saindhava Lavana
- Sauvarchala Lavana
- Vida Lavana
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
0.5-1 gram
Preparation steps
- Take equal parts of Saindhava Lavana (Rock Salt), Sauvarchala Lavana (Black Salt), and Vida Lavana (Bida Salt).
- Dry each salt separately to remove any moisture.
- Powder each salt individually using a mortar and pestle or a grinder.
- Mix the three powdered salts in equal proportions in a clean, dry container.
- Store the mixture in an airtight container, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in individuals with severe kidney disorders, edema and hypertension.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana.
- 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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