Jatiphala Churna (Jatiphaladi Churna)
Reference – Sharangdhar Samhita Madhyama Khanda 6.
Introduction
Jatiphala Churna (Jatiphaladi Churna) is an ayurvedic formulation that consists of multiple effective herbs. The main herb of this Churna formulation is jatiphal (nutmeg). This is a seed kernel of the fruit. This herb is known to contain various medicinal properties like antiseptic, carminative, astringent, stomachic, anti-peristaltic and spasm relieving etc.
Ingredients
- Jatiphala (Myristica fragrans)
- Tvak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
- Karpura (Cinnamomum camphora)
- Pippali (Piper longum)
- Tila (Sesamum indicum)
- Vidanga (Embelia ribes)
- Maricha (Piper nigrum)
- Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
- Lavanga (Syzygium aromaticum)
- Ela (Elettaria cardamomum)
- Talisa (Abies webbiana)
- Nagakesara (Mesua ferrea)
- Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
- Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanicum)
- Patra (Cinnamomum tamala)
- Chandana (Santalum album)
- Tagara (Valeriana wallichi)
- Upakunchika (Nigella sativa)
- Tavakshiri (Bambusa bambos)
- Bhang (Cannabis sativa)
- Sugar
Method of preparation
Take all the herbs except bhang up to 10 grams and bhang up to 200 grams. Sugar took up to 400 gram. Powder all the herbs separately and mix together after that. The Jatiphala Churna is prepared for use.
Dose
One to three grams with water, one or two times a day after meals.
Indications
- Cold and cough
- Sprue syndrome
- Anorexia
- Chronic diarrhea
- Helpful in asthma
- Dysmenorrhea
- Menorrhagia
Contraindications
- Avoid in case of diabetes.
- Over dose can cause gastritis and burning sensations.
Note:- This is pure classical Ayurvedic medicine and should be strictly consumed only after prescription of an Ayurvedic doctor and to be taken under medical supervision only.
