Trijaataka
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Trijaataka is a combination of aromatic herbs often used to improve digestion, enhance flavor, and balance Vata and Kapha doshas.
Purpose
Balances Vata and Kapha doshas, improves digestion, and enhances flavor.
Indications
- Indigestion, loss of appetite, cough, cold, asthma, rhinitis, throat infections, abdominal distension, anorexia, and as a flavoring agent.
Classical indications
- Agnimandya (digestive impairment)
- Kapha disorders
- Tastelessness
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vata-Kapha Hara (reduces Vata and Kapha)
- Rochana (improves taste)
Key ingredients
- Cinnamomum zeylanicum
- Cinnamomum tamala
- Elettaria cardamomum
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
250mg - 1 gram
Preparation steps
- Dry the herbal ingredients separately until no moisture remains.
- Combine the dried ingredients in a blender and powder them.
- Keep the powder under direct sunlight to remove any remaining moisture.
- Pass the powder through sieve no. 100 to remove any impurities or hard particles.
- Store in airtight containers for future use.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy, High Pitta
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Shvayathu Chikitsita Adhyaya, Verse 15.
- 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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