Vachadi
Classical formulation
Modern description
Vachadi is a formulation used to improve digestion and alleviate Vata and Kapha imbalances.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Digestive disorders, cough, cold, fever in children (especially related to Kapha), improves appetite, worm infestations
Classical indications
- Mandagni (low digestive fire)
- Aruchi (lack of taste)
- Krimi (worm infestation)
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Lekhana
- Balya (in specific contexts)
Key ingredients
- Vacha
- Ativisha
- Kushta
Adult dose
125 mg - 250 mg (1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon)
Pediatric dose
Consult a physician
Preparation steps
- The ingredients are finely powdered.
- The powders are mixed in the specified ratio.
- The mixture is then stored in an airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- High Pitta conditions, severe dehydration