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Classical ayurveda medicines- Kwath Churna

Kwath Churna in Ayurveda refers to herbal decoction powders that are used to prepare medicinal teas or infusions. These formulations typically consist of a blend of dried herbs and spices. Kwath Churnas are versatile and can be used for various health concerns. However, it’s important to use them under the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner to ensure proper preparation and dosage. Here are some insights into using Kwath Churnas in home remedies:

  1. Triphala Kwath Churna for Digestive Health:

    • Ingredients: Triphala Kwath Churna, warm water.
    • Method: Mix Triphala Kwath Churna in warm water and consume it before bedtime. This may help support digestion, regulate bowel movements, and detoxify the digestive system.
  2. Trikatu Kwath Churna for Metabolism:

    • Ingredients: Trikatu Kwath Churna, honey.
    • Method: Prepare a decoction with Trikatu Kwath Churna and mix it with honey. Consuming this mixture may aid metabolism and digestion.
  3. Guduchi Kwath Churna for Immunity:

    • Ingredients: Guduchi Kwath Churna, tulsi leaves.
    • Method: Boil Guduchi Kwath Churna in water, add tulsi leaves, and consume it as a tea. This may help strengthen the immune system.
  4. Ashwagandha Kwath Churna for Stress Relief:

    • Ingredients: Ashwagandha Kwath Churna, warm milk.
    • Method: Mix Ashwagandha Kwath Churna in warm milk and consume it before bedtime. This may help manage stress and promote relaxation.
  5. Giloy Kwath Churna for Detoxification:

    • Ingredients: Giloy Kwath Churna, amla juice.
    • Method: Prepare a decoction with Giloy Kwath Churna and mix it with amla juice. Consuming this blend may aid in detoxification and rejuvenation.
  6. Arjun Kwath Churna for Cardiovascular Health:

    • Ingredients: Arjun Kwath Churna, honey.
    • Method: Boil Arjun Kwath Churna in water, let it cool, and add honey. Consuming this concoction may support heart health.
  7. Punarnava Kwath Churna for Kidney Health:

    • Ingredients: Punarnava Kwath Churna, coriander seeds.
    • Method: Prepare a decoction with Punarnava Kwath Churna and coriander seeds. Consuming this may have diuretic properties and support kidney health.
  8. Neem Kwath Churna for Skin Health:

    • Ingredients: Neem Kwath Churna, turmeric powder.
    • Method: Make a decoction with Neem Kwath Churna and turmeric powder. Using this mixture as a face wash may support skin health.
  9. Musta Kwath Churna for Digestive Disorders:

    • Ingredients: Musta Kwath Churna, fennel seeds.
    • Method: Boil Musta Kwath Churna in water, add fennel seeds, and consume it. This may be beneficial for digestive disorders.
  10. Brahmi Kwath Churna for Cognitive Health:

    • Ingredients: Brahmi Kwath Churna, honey.
    • Method: Prepare a decoction with Brahmi Kwath Churna and add honey. Consuming this may support cognitive health and memory.

Always consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner before incorporating Kwath Churnas or any herbal remedies into your routine, especially if you have existing health conditions or are taking medications. They can provide personalized advice based on your individual health profile.

Dashmool Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • Shalparni
  • Prashnparni
  • Brahti
  • Kantkari
  • Gokshura
  • Bilva
  • Agnimantha
  • Syonak
  • Gambhari
  • Patala

Dosage

  • The dose is 12 – 24 ml, before food, at about 6 am and 6pm or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor.
  • It is usually advised to add equal amount of water to the kashayam.
  • It is advised to have a long pepper along with this medicine.

Indication

Useful Vata & Kapha, Post Pregnancy & Inflammatory Disorders, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cervical and Lumber Spondylitis, Sciatica, Neuralgia And Other Musculo-Skeletal Conditions.

Precaution

  • Use under clinical guidance.
  • Try not to exceed the recommended dose.
  • Keep away from the reach of children.
  • Read the directions carefully while using the product.
  • Keep the product in a cool and dry place away from sunlight and heat.

Mahamanjisthadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • Manjistha
  • Haritaki
  • Bibhitaki
  • Amalaki
  • Tikta
  • Vacha
  • Devadaru

Dosage

4 teaspoon with equal quantity of water twice daily or as directed by physician.

Indication

  • Dermatitis.
  • Hyper-pigmentation disorders.
  • Psoriasis
  • Vitiligo
  • Urticaria

Precaution

  • Read the label carefully before use.
  • Store it in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep the container away from heat and sunlight.
  • Keep it out of the reach of children.

Rasnasaptak Kwath Churna

Ingredients

Jiva Rasnasaptak Kwath Dry has Gokshur, Rasna, Giloya, Eranda , Clove, Devdaroo, Punarnava, Amaltaas etc.

Dosage

To make decoction and to use once or twice a day empty stomach

Indication

Useful in diseases of muscles, bones and joints (vata, backache, sciatica, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis)

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place
  • Keep away from direct sunlight
  • Keep away from children’s reach
  • Use under medical supervision

Trinapanchamool Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • Kusha
  • Kasha
  • Shara
  • Darbha
  • Ikshu

Dosage

To make decoction and to use once or twice a day empty stomach

Indication

It helps in managing the difficulty and pain during urination, burning urination

It cleanses the urinary bladder

It helps improve the functional capacity of kidneys

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place
  • Keep away from direct sunlight
  • Keep away from children’s reach
  • Use under medical supervision

Punarnavashtak Kwath Churna

Ingredients

Hindi NameBotanical NameMeasure
PunarnavaBoerhavia Diffusa625 mg
NimbaAzadirachta Indica 625 mg
PatolTrichosanthes Dioica625 mg
SunthiZingiber Officinale625 mg
KatukiPicrorhiza Kurroa625 mg
GuduchTinospora Cordifolia625 mg
DevdaruCedrus Deodara625 mg
HaritakiTerminalia Chebula625 mg
Excipients Q.S.

Dosage

  • Punarnava Juice – 1-2 teaspoon once or twice a day.
  • Punarnava Churna – ¼ – ½ teaspoon twice a day.
  • Punarnava Capsule – 1-2 capsule twice a day.
  • Punarnava Tablet – 1-2 tablet twice a day.

Indication

    • Hepatitis.
    • Renal failure.
    • Ascites.
    • Other conditions involving swelling of the abdomen and accumulation of toxins.

Precaution

  • Please consult your physician before taking the medication.
  • Not recommended for children below the age of 12 years.
  • Not recommended for pregnant women.

Varunadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • Varun Crataeva nurvala Bark
  • Pashanbheda Bergenia ligulata Rhizome
  • Sunthi Zingiber officinale Rhizome
  • Gokshura Tribulus terrestris Fruit

Dosage

1 pouch of 2 gm twice daily preferably on empty stomach.

Indication

  • Varunadi Kwath is Lipolytic.
  • Anti-inflammatory.
  • Diuretic.
  • Digestive (Kapha medoghna).  
  • Helps to heal skin diseases
  • Helps strengthen the heart
  • Immunomodulator.
  • Useful in respiratory disorders
  • Helpful in indigestion, intestinal worms and dysentery.

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.

Gojihwadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

An equal amount of: Gojihva Onosma bracteatum Whole Plant, Yastimadhu Glycerrhiza glabra Root, Saunf Foniculum vulgare Fruit, Draksha Vitis vinefera Dry fruit, Anjir Ficus carica Dry Fruit, Unnav Zizyphus sativa Fruit , Vasa Adhatoda vasica Whole Plant, Jufa Hyssopus officinalis Whole Plant

Sapistan Cordia latifolia Fruit, Khubkalam Sisymbrium irio Seed, Gulavanaphsa Viola odorata Flower, Hansraj Adiantum lanulatum Whole Plant, Atasi Linum usitatissimum Seed, Khatmi Althoea officinalis Seed, Kantakari Solanum surattance Root and black pepper in half amount

Dosage

1 tola of Gojihvadi kwath powder is boiled in 16 tola water, till water reduces to 4 tola. Filter this decoction, add misri/honey and take 3-4 times a day.

Indication

It is used in the treatment of fever of various etiology, cough, bronchitis, asthma, rhinitis.

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.

Phaltrikadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

As it is an ayurvedic medicine, it consists of healing herbs that are safe as well as healthy. Following is the list of herbs that are taken as ingredients during the manufacturing of this wonder product.

Phalatrikadi kwath contains:

Amalki (Emblica officinalis)

Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)

Vibhitaki (Terminalia belerica)

Stem of Daruharidra (Berberis aristata)

Root of Indrayan (Citrullus colocynthis) and

Mustak (Cyprus rotundus)

Dosage

Take 3-6 teaspoonfuls (15-30ml) after meals with an equal quantity of water or as directed by the physician.

Indication

Useful in Anaemia and Jaundice.

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.

Dhanyapanchak Kwath Churna

Ingredients

Coriander, Dry Ginger, Mustak, Bilva fruit & Khus

Dosage

20 ml of kwatha can be given twice a day alone or with other formations as per the condition of the disease.

Indication

It can be used in conditions like digestion of ama dosha as it helps in digestion and due to its deepana pachana properties. Helps in relieving acidity due to the cold potency of the dhanyak, and also pain acts as antispasmodic and helps in relieving abdominal pain which can be due to the indigestion or flatulence. Due to the belgiri it helps in relieving the diarrhea and also it can help in stopping the mucus in the stools. It can be given in IBS and Ulcerative colitis patients as it does not increase the pitta dosha. This can be given to the patient who has a worm infestation. It acts as a liver stimulant so it will increase the production of the bile and enzymes. It helps to increase the appetite of a person so it can be given to the people with loss of appetite. Can also be given to the people with generalized weakness as it increases the digestion so it will increase the digestion of vitamins and minerals.

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.

Guduchyadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • giloy
  • harde
  • baheda
  • amla
  • daru haldi.

Dosage

1- 2 tablets twice daily with lukewarm water 1 hour before food or as directed by the physician.

Indication

  • All types of fevers.
  • Nausea.
  • Loss of interest to eat.
  • Vomiting.
  • Burning sensation.
  • Excessive thirst.
  • Loss of appetite.
  • Nausea and vomiting with sour taste of mouth and sour belching (burp).
  • Heartburn.
  • Acid reflux.
  • Gastritis.
  • Ankle pain occurring with tenderness.
  • Burning feet syndrome.
  • Dysesthesia when burning sensation is most disturbing symptom.

Precaution

Guduchyadi is generally considered to be safe if it is taken in the recommended dosages.1 However, general precautions have to be followed while consuming guduchyadi.

  • Extra precautions must be taken during pregnancy and lactation. Guduchi must be consumed during this period only if it is prescribed by your Ayurvedic physician.  
  • One must also be cautious while giving this herb to children and older people

Devadarvadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

Devadaru – Himalayan cedar (bark) – Cedrus deodara
Vacha – Acorus calamus
Kushta – Saussurea lappa
Pippali – Long pepper fruit – Piper longum
Shunti – Ginger Rhizome – Zingiber officinalis
Bhunimba – The Creat (whole plant) – Andrographis paniculata
Katphala – Myrica nagi
Musta – Nut grass (root) – Cyperus rotundus
Kiratatikta – Swertia chirata
Dhanyaka – Coriander – Coriandrum sativum
Haritaki – Chebulic Myrobalan fruit rind – Terminalia chebula
Gajapippali – Java Long Pepper (fruit) – Piper chaba
Dusparsha – Yellow berried nightshade (whole plant) – Solanum xanthcarpum
Gokshura – Small caltrops (whole plant) – Tribulus terrestris Linn.
Dhanvayasa – Alhagi pseudalhagi
Brihati – Indian Nightshade (root) – Solanum indicum
Ativisha – Aconitum heterophyllum
Guduchi – Indian Tinospora (stem) – Tinospora cordifolia
Karkatashrungi – Pistacia integerrima
Krishna Jiraka – Nigella sativa before using this medicine

Dosage

10 to 20 ml to be mixed with a cup of hot water and to use once or twice a day empty stomach

Indication

  • Uterine Disorders
  • Postpartum Infections
  • Uterine – bladder – kidney infections
  • Excessive bleeding after delivery Pain in the perineum area (between the vagina and the rectum) Vaginal discharge
  • Breast problems – such as swollen breasts
  • Infection and clogged ducts
  • Stretch Marks
  • Difficulty regaining your pre-pregnancy shape

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.

Pathyadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

Harad,Baheda,Amla,Chirayata,Haldi,Neem,Giloy,Gud,Dhaiphul.

Dosage

The recommended dosage of Pathyadi Kashayam is 15-20 ml, twice a day after the meal with jaggery or take as directed by a physician.

Indication

Migraine, Constipation induced headaches, Headaches due to eyestrain

Precaution

It should be taken only under the strict observation of an Ayurvedic medical practitioner.

Self-medication with any medicine is not recommended.

Ashmarihara Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • Pashanbheda(Bergenia ligulata)
  • Sagauna fruit
  • Carica papaya root
  • Asparagus racemosus(Shatavari root)
  • Tribulus terrestris(Gokhshuru)
  • Varuna bark
  • Kush root
  • Kasa root
  • Kakdi ke beej
  • Jatamansi
  • Punarnava
  • Giloy
  • Apamarga
  • Khurasani yavani

Dosage

The recommended dosage of Ashmarihar Kashaya 15-20 ml twice a day with Yavakshara;or Kshar Parpati;or Hazrool Yahood Bhasma. Or take as directed by a physician.

Indication

Used in urinary calculi and renal colic pain.

Precaution

  • Take this medicine in precise dose and for limited period of time, as advised by doctor.
  • Over-dosage may cause gastritis .
  • Pregnant ladies, lactating mothers and children should take this medicine strictly under medical supervision.
  • Keep out of reach and sight of children.
  • Store in a dry cool place.

Rasnadi Kwath Churna(Maha)

Ingredients

  • Rasna (Rt./Lf.) 50 Parts
  • Dhanvayasa (Pl.) 1 Part
  • Bala (Pl.) 1 Part
  • Eranda-mula (Rt.) 1 Part
  • Devadaru (Ht. Wd.) 1 Part
  • Shathi (Shati) (Rz.) 1 Part
  • Vaca (Rz.) 1 Part
  • Vasaka (Vasa) (Rt.) 1 Part
  • Nagara (Sunthi) (Rz.) 1 Part
  • Pathya (Haritaki) (P.) 1 Part
  • Chavya (St.) 1 Part
  • Musta (Rz.) 1 Part
  • Punarnava (Rakta Punarnava) (Rt.) 1 Part
  • Guduchi (St.) 1 Part
  • Vriddhadaru (Rt.) 1 Part
  • Shatapushpa (Shatahva) (Fr.) 1 Part
  • Gokshura (Fr.) 1 Part
  • Ashvagandha (Rt.) 1 Part
  • Prativisha (Ativisha) (Rt.) 1 Part
  • Kritamala (Aragvadha) (Fr.P.) 1 Part
  • Shatavari (Rt.Tr.) 1 Part
  • Krishna (Pippali) (Fr.) 1 Part
  • Sahacara (Pl.) 1 Part
  • Dhanyaka (Fr.) 1 Part
  • Kantakari (Pl.) 1 Part
  • Brihati (Pl.) 1 Part
  • Prkshepa dravya: Shunthi Churna, Pippali Churna. Ajamodadi Churna, Eranda Taila

Dosage

  • 3 teaspoon twice a day with an equal amount of water or as directed by your physician.
  • In children, a fixed dose of 5ml twice a day after meals is guided.

Indication

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Anti inflammatory
  • Analgesic properties
  • Shoulder dislocation pain

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.

Nyagrodhadi Kwath Churna

Ingredients

  • Arjuna
  • Bael
  • Licorice
  • Lodhra
  • Palash

Dosage

1-3 gm of churna with honey or as directed by a physician.

Indication

Excessive thirst, Bleeding disorders, non healing ulcers, obesity, fracture, digestive system related complaints and in gynecological problems.

Precaution

  • Store in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep away from the sight of children.