Vatsakadi
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
To indicate that Vatsakadi Gana conquers Bala (strength/Vata).
Modern description
A group of herbs primarily used to balance Vata dosha and improve digestion.
Purpose
To indicate that Vatsakadi Gana conquers Bala (strength/Vata).
Indications
- Diarrhea
- Dysentery
- Intestinal infections
- Malabsorption
- Abdominal colic
- Ama-related disorders
Classical indications
- To conquer Bala (strength/Vata)
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Grahi
- Kapha-vata hara
Key ingredients
- Vatsaka
- Ativisha
- Bilva
- Shunthi
- Indrajava
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
1-3 grams
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients of Vatsakadi Gana.
- Dry them properly under shade.
- Pulverize the ingredients individually.
- Mix them together in specified proportion.
- Store in airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Severe dehydration
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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