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Arvindasava (Aravindasavam) – Benefits, Uses, Indications and Dosage

INTRODUCTION

Arvindasava is a classical Ayurvedic liquid formulation prepared by fermentation. This formulation is categorized under the Asava-Arista category. Asavas and arishtas are medicinal formulations made by soaking the herbal drugs, in a solution of sugar or jaggery, for a specified period, during which it undergoes a process of fermentation generating alcohol. The main ingredient of Arvindasava is Arvind, commonly known as kamal or lotus, all parts of which have some therapeutic values. Arvindasava is used as a digestive tonic for children,  increases physical and mental strength, Graha doshas (psychological problems of children), and in problems of adolescence.

INGREDIENTS

  1. Aravinda (Nelumbo nucifera) – 48 gm
  2. Usheera (Vetiveria zizanioides) – 48 gm
  3. Kashmari (Gmelina arborea) – 48 gm
  4. Utpala (Nymphaea stellata) – 48 gm
  5. Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) – 48 gm
  6. Bala (Sida cordifolia) – 48 gm
  7. Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) – 48gm
  8. Ela (Elettaria cardamomum) – 48 gm
  9. Musta (Cyperus rotundus) – 48 gm
  10. Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus) – 48 gm
  11. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – 48 gm
  12. Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) – 48 gm
  13. Vacha (Acorus calamus) – 48 gm
  14. Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) – 48 gm
  15. Shathi (Hedychium spicatum) – 48 gm
  16. Shyama (Ipomoea turpethum) – 48 gm
  17. Neelini (Indigofera tinctoria) – 48 gm
  18. Patola (Trichosanthes dioica) – 48 gm
  19. Parpata (Fumaria parviflora) – 48 gm
  20. Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) – 48 gm
  21. Madhuka (Madhuca indica) – 48 gm
  22. Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) – 48 gm
  23. Mura (Selinum tenuifolium) – 48 gm
  24. Draksha (Vitis vinifera) – 960 gm
  25. Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa) – 768 gm
  26. Water  – 24.576 liters
  27. Sugar – 4.8 kg
  28. Honey – 2.4 kg

DESCRIPTION OF INGREDIENTS

  1. Aravinda (Nelumbo nucifera– belongs to the Nelumbonaceae family, commonly known as kamal or lotus, and is the most sacred plant in Hinduism. Properties of flower  –  Rasa –  Kashaya (Astringent), Madhura (Sweet), Tikta (Bitter),  Guna –  Shita (cold),  laghu (light), Virya –  Shita (Cooling), Vipaka –  Madhura (Sweet), Karma – Kaphahara pacify (Kapha dosha), Mutra Virajaniya, Pittahara (pacify Pitta dosha), Santapahara, Varnya. All parts of the lotus plant have therapeutic use. It has antimicrobial, antihypertensive, antidepressant, cardiovascular, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, lipolytic, anti-obesity properties and is used in the management of many diseases.
  2. Usheera (Vetiveria zizanioides) – belongs to the Gramineae family, also known as khus khus grass. Properties –  Rasa – Tikta (bitter),  Madhura (sweet),  Guna – Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry), Virya – Sheet (cold), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), and balances Vata and pitta doshas.  It has cardioprotective, antimicrobial, anthelmintic, anti-asthmatic, antioxidant, expectorant, diuretic, antispasmodic,  anti-arthritic properties.
  3. Kashmari (Gmelina arborea) –  belongs to the Verbenaceae family, commonly known as Gambhari. Properties – Rasa – Tikta (bitter), kashaya (astringent), Madhur (sweet), Guna – Guru (heavy), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), balances Vata and Pitta doshas. It has antimicrobial, anti-aging, anthelmintic, analgesic, anti-diabetic, anti-epileptic, hepatoprotective properties.
  4. Utpala (Nymphaea stellata)  –  belongs to the Nymphaeaceae, also known as Neel kamal. Properties –  Rasa – Madhur (sweet), Kashaya (astringent), Guna – Snigdha (unctuous), Picchila (slimy), Virya – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Madhura (sweet),  balances pitta and Kapha doshas. It has anti-inflammatory, hepato-protective, antidepressant properties.
  5. Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) –  Properties – Rasa – Tikta (bitter), kashaya (astringent), Madhur (sweet),  Guna – Guru (heavy), Ruksha (dry), Virya – Ushna(hot), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), pacifies pitta and Kapha doshas. It is a good blood purifier and mainly used in skin disorders.
  6. Bala (Sida cordifolia) – comes under the Malvaceae family. Properties –  Rasa – Madhura (sweet), Guna – Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous), Pichila (sticky), Virya – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Madhura (sweet), and balances tridoshas. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, hypoglycemic, hypotensive, blood purifier, and CNS depressant.
  7. Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) –  belongs to the Valerianaceae family. Properties – Rasa  – Tikta (bitter), kashaya (astringent), Madhur (sweet), Guna – Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous), Virya – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), and balances Tridoshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha). It has sedative, aromatic, hypotensive, hepato-protective, antifungal, and antispasmodic properties.
  8. Ela (Elettaria cardamomum) – belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, commonly known as Choti Elaichi.  Properties – Rasa – Katu (pungent), Madhur (sweet), Guna – Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry), Virya – Sheet (cold), Viapaka – Katu (pungent), balances Kapha and Vata doshas. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, diuretic, and appetizing properties.
  9. Musta (Cyperus rotundus) belongs to the Cyperaceae family. Properties – Rasa – kashaya (astringent), tikta (bitter), katu (pungent), Guna – Laghu (light), ruksha (dry), Virya – sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), balances Kapha and Pitta doshas. It has antibacterial, antispasmodic, laxative, contraceptive, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antioxidant properties.
  10.  Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus) –  belongs to the Apocynaceae family. Properties – Rasa – Madhur (sweet), Tikta (bitter), Guna – Guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous), Virya – Sheet (cold), Vipaka – Madhur (sweet), balances all the three doshas. It has antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, blood-purifying, antidepressant properties.
  11. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) –    belongs to the Combretaceae family. Properties- Rasa- Katu (pungent), Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (astringent), Madhur (sweet), Amal (sour),  Guna – Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry),  Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka- Madhur (sweet), balances all three doshas. It has antipyretic, antihelminthic, aphrodisiac properties and acts as a cardiac tonic, purgative, carminative, and also helps in digestive problems.
  12. Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) –  belongs to the Combretaceae family. Properties – Rasa – Kashaya (astringent), Guna – Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – Madhur (sweet), balances Pitta and Kapha doshas. It has antipyretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, laxative, and aphrodisiac properties.
  13. Vacha (Acorus calamus)belongs to the Acoraceae family. Properties – Rasa – Katu (pungent), Tikta (bitter), Guna – Laghu (light), Tikshna (sharp), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – katu (pungent), balances Vata and Kapha doshas. It has antitoxic, nerve tonic, properties and is used in nervous disorders, digestion problems, piles, dysmenorrhea.
  14. Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) –  belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family. Properties- Rasa – Katu(pungent), Guna – Laghu (light), Ruksha(rough), Tikshana(sharp), Guna- Guru (heavy), Sheeta(cool),  Virya – Sheet (cool), Vipaka- Madhur(sweet), balances Tridoshas. Amla has anti-aging, antioxidants, aphrodisiac, diuretic, and laxative properties.
  15. Shathi (Hedychium spicatum) – belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. Properties – Rasa – Katu (pungent), Tikta (bitter), kashaya (astringent), Guna – laghu (light), Teekshna (pungent), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), pacifies Kapha and Vata doshas. It has antibacterial, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, and aromatic properties.
  16. Shyama (Ipomoea turpethum) belongs to the Convolvulaceae family, also known as Trivrit. Properties – Rasa – Tikta (bitter), katu (pungent),  Guna – laghu (light), ruksha (dry), theekshana (piercing), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – katu (pungent), balances Pitta and Kapha doshas and increases the Vata dosha. It has anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, purgative, anti-helminthic, and anti-diabetic properties.
  17. Neelini (Indigofera tinctoria) – belongs to the Fabaceae family. Properties – Tikta (bitter), Guna – Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), balances Kapha and Vata doshas. It has purgative, anti-toxic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial properties.
  18. Patola (Trichosanthes dioica) – belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. Properties – Rasa  – Tikta (bitter), Guna – laghu (light), Ruksha (dry), Virya – Ushna (hot), Vipaka – Katu (pungent), balances Kapha and Pitta doshas. It has antihelminthic, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, laxative, anti-hyperlipidemic, and sedative properties.
  19. Parpata (Fumaria parviflora) – belongs to the Fumariaceae family. Properties – Rasa- tikta (bitter), Guna – laghu (light), Virya – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka – katu (pungent), balances Kapha and Pitta doshas. It has antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, detoxification, and antimicrobial properties.
  20. Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) –  belongs to the Combretaceae family. Properties – Rasa – kashaya (astringent), Guna – laghu (light), ruksha (dry), Virya – sheet – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka –  Katu (pungent), balances Pitta and Kapha doshas. It has antioxidants, cardiac tonic, anti-inflammatory, antihyperlipidemic properties.
  21. Madhuka (Madhuca indica) – belongs to the Sapotaceae family. Properties – Rasa – Madhur (sweet), kashaya (astringent), Guna – guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous), Virya – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Madhur (sweet), pacifies Vata and pitta doshas and increases Kapha dosha. It has anti-hyperglycemic, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and blood purifier properties.
  22. Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) – belongs to the Fabaceae family. Properties – Rasa – Madhura (sweet), Guna – guru (heavy), pichilla (sticky), Virya – sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Madhura(sweet), balances Vata and Pitta doshas. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, antioxidant, analgesic, anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, aphrodisiac, and immuno-modulator properties.
  23. Mura (Selinum tenuifolium) – belongs to the Umbelliferae family. Properties – Rasa – Madhur (sweet), katu (pungent), Tikta (bitter), kashaya (astringent), Guna – laghu (light), Virya – Sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Madhura (sweet), pacifies Pitta and Vata doshas. It has sedative properties and is used in various respiratory and digestion problems.
  24. Draksha (Vitis vinifera)belongs to the Vitaceae family. Properties – Rasa – Madhur (sweet), Guna – guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous), Virya – sheeta (cold), Vipaka – Madhur (sweet), balances Vata and Pitta doshas. It has aphrodisiac, purgative, antioxidants, immuno-modulator properties.
  25. Dhataki (Woodfordia  fruticosa) – belongs to the Lythraceae family. Properties – Rasa – kashaya (astringent), Guna – Laghu (light), ruksha (dry), Virya – katu (pungent), balances Kapha and pitta doshas. It has immunomodulatory, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antidiarrheal properties.
  26. WATER – Water is used as a solvent. According to Ayurveda, Properties of water are-  Jeevana (enlivening), Tarpana (satiating), hrudya (good for the heart), hlaadi (pleasing the mind or refreshing), buddiprabhodana (stimulate the mind), mrushta (pure), and balances all the three doshas.
  27. Honey – also known as Madhu. Properties – Rasa – Madhur (sweet),  Guna – laghu (light), vishada (clarity), ruksha (dry), Veerya – ushna (hot), Vipaka – Madhura (sweet),  balances Pitta and Kapha doshas. Honey has bactericidal, mild laxative, antiseptic and sedative properties.

Benefits of Arvindasava

METHOD OF PREPARATION

  1. Dhataki and draksha are washed and dried. All other herbal ingredients are filtered through sieve no. 44 and powdered.
  2. Now water is added to the coarse powder of all ingredients, then sugar is mixed, dissolved, and filtered through a muslin cloth.
  3. Now, this mixture is filtered into another container. Powdered forms of herbs like dhataki and draksha are added along with honey and mixed well.
  4. This preparation is kept sealed in a mud pot for one month for fermentation.
  5. After fermentation, it is filtered and packed in an air-tight container.

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES OF ARVINDASAVA

Arvindasava is an ancient ayurvedic formulation widely used in children for various disorders. The ingredients used in this formulation are highly nutritious and have properties like anti-viral, antioxidants, anti-obesity, anti-inflammatory, aphrodisiac, antipyretic, immunomodulatory, hepatoprotective, hypoglycemic, anti-diarrhoeal, sedative, and antispasmodic.

Arvindasava

Herbal Syrup for Indigestion - Arvindasava

CLASSICAL INDICATION

Bal-roga ( health problems of children)

REFERENCE – Bhaishajya Ratnavali, balrog adhikar, 161-165

INDICATIONS

  1.  Graha roga (psychological disorders of children) –  arvindasava works on the nervous system and also has sedative properties.
  2. Digestion problem – it helps in digestion and absorption in children as it has astringent properties. Arvindasava has anti-bacterial and antiparasitic properties due to which it helps in the management of infections of the digestive tract.
  3. Immunity enhancer-  Arvindasava has immunomodulatory properties and is a good immunity booster.

Other indications are

  1. Cough
  2. Rickets
  3. Weakness
  4. Diarrhea
  5. Laziness
  6. Delayed milestone
  7. Fever
  8. Anorexia

DOSAGE

  • In infants – 10 – 20 drops, twice or thrice a day
  • Above one year of age – 3 to 12 ml, orally, with an equal amount of water, twice a day.

SIDE EFFECTS

No known side effects, however in high doses it can cause abdominal irritation. It is advised to take this after food and after consultation with an ayurvedic doctor.

CONCLUSION

Arvindasava has been used in various problems of adolescence for thousands of years. We hope the above-mentioned details and benefits of Arvindasava will be beneficial for you.

Esophageal Motility Disorders, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

ABSTRACT

Esophageal motility disorders are not reported very commonly. These conditions are estimated to be responsible for causing chest pain or dysphasia (difficulty in eating food). Esophageal motility disorders are a group of disorders that hinder the normal functioning of the esophagus. These disorders can range from total absence of contractility to extremely forceful contractions. These disorders can be diagnosed by properly observing the patterns of esophageal motility. Let’s discuss it in detail!

INTRODUCTION

Esophageal Motility Disorderscomprise a variety of disorders that are majorly related to difficulty in swallowing such as insufficient motility disorder. The esophagus transports the consumed food from the mouth to the stomach. To transport the consumed particles from mouth to stomach, the muscles of the esophagus relax and tighten in a pattern similar to that of a wave. When this wave-like pattern of esophageal muscles is hindered (due to any cause), it leads to the condition of esophageal motility disorders.

Esophageal motility disorders

CAUSES

underlying the condition of esophageal motility disorders. Some of them are weakness of the muscles of the esophagus, due to various neurological disorders etc. There may be involvement of various disorders related to brain and muscles anatomy or physiology. The patients suffering from strictures which are either benign or malignant will be at a higher risk of suffering from esophageal motility disorders also. The spasms of esophagus will result in the patient’s increased risk of suffering from esophageal motility disorders.

SYMPTOMS

The person suffering from esophageal motility disorders presents various types of symptoms depending upon the condition of the body. Some of them are as follows- acid reflux, dysphagia (difficulty in swallowing), etc. The patient may also complain of losing weight in the recent past. He/ She may be suffering from pneumonia which keeps reoccurring. The person feels like the food is stuck in his throat or chest i.e. he/ she faces difficulty in swallowing the food properly. The patient will complain of lack of sleep or disturbed sleep.

DIAGNOSIS

There are different types of investigations done to diagnose the patient who presents the symptoms of esophageal motility disorders. Some of them are barium swallow study, endoscopy (helps to visualize the inner walls of esophagus), esophageal manometry and ph study.

TREATMENT

The contemporary system of medicine manages the condition of esophageal motility disorders by various types of medications. The medicines include antispasmodic medicines. Botox injection is also given in cases of specific areas of the spasms. Dilation is done through balloon dilators to get relief in cases of sphincter. In a few cases, surgical manipulation may be needed as per the patient’s condition.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT

Esophageal Motility Disorders are a result of disoriented movement of the muscles of the esophagus. In the Ayurveda, Vata is said to be responsible for all types of movements in the body. So, these disorders can be correlated with the condition that arises due to the imbalance in the natural levels or working of the vata. To manage the condition various vata shamak (that subsides the vata) drugs should be used. The treatment therapy will include vata anulomana measures. Various medicines that are helpful in balancing the vata dosha are- maha shankh vati,avipattikar churna etc.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ESOPHAGEAL MOTILITY DISORDER BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda provides various preparations of natural herbs such                  as digesto plan syrup, acido plan syrup, avipattikar churna, mahashankh vati, etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in curing esophageal motility disorders. All the herbal products manufactured here are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors and fillers. These products are hundred percent natural and are formulated by MD Ayurvedic doctors with deep knowledge of Ayurveda and many years of experience.

Herbs for Esophageal motility disorder (EMD)Herbal Remedies For Esophageal Motility Disorder

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA

Avipattikar churna by Planet Ayurveda is pure powdered form of the following medicinal herbs-Pippali (Piper longum), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Marich (Piper nigrum), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Nagarmotha (Cyperus scariosus), Vida lavana (Salt), Vaividang (Embelia ribes), Choti Elaichi (Elettaria cardamomum), Tejpatra (Cinnamomum tamala), Lavang (Syzygium aromaticum), Nishoth (Operculina turpethum), Sharkra (Sugar). The combination of these drugs are known to improve digestion, thus relieving various digestion related problems. They are good for kidney health. They also improve the cases of inflammation.

Dosage: 1 teaspoonful twice daily

2. MAHASHANKH VATI

This vati is comprised of various Ayurvedic medicinal drugs such as Shunthi (Zinziber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Shankha Bhasma (ash of conch shell), Tamarind Bark (Tamarindus indica), Shuddha Vatsanabha (Aconitum ferox), Rock Salt, Black Salt, and Sea Salt, etc. It is given in diseases related to gastro- intestinal tract such as indigestion, abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, acidity, bloating of gas, piles etc.

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

3. DIGESTO PLAN SYRUP

Digesto plan syrup contains the following Ayurvedic drugs -Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Marich (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), Jeerak (Cuminum cyminum), Dhanayak (Coriandrum sativum), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), Pudina (Mentha piperita), Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa), Sugar Syrup, etc. It improves digestion and also gives relief from esophageal motility disorders.

Dosage: 1-2 teaspoons twice a day or as prescribed by Ayurvedic Practitioner.

4. ACIDO PLAN SYRUP

Acido plan syrup is a medicinal syrup that contains pure extract of the following- Patola (Trichosanthes dioica), Sajjikshar (Soda-bi-carbonate), Ghrit Kumari (Aloe barbadensis ), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), Triphala (Terminalia chebula), (Terminalia bellirica), (Emblica officinalis); Kokum (Garcinia indica), Pitta Papada (Fumaria indica), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Sugar Syrup etc. It improves the metabolism of the body. It improves the liver health of the individual.

Dosage: 1-2 teaspoons twice a day or as prescribed by an Ayurvedic Practitioner.

5. DIGESTION SUPPORT

Digestion support capsules are very good for improving digestion. It contains the following medicinal components-Amla (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bahera (Terminalia bellerica), Sounf (Foeniculum vulgare), Dhania (Coriander sativum), Pippali (Piper longum), Jeerak (Cyminum cuminum) etc. It will give relief from indigestion. It helps in maintaining the natural balance of the tridosha i.e. vata, pitta,kapha. It is also used as a health tonic for the liver. It improves the overall health of the body.

Dosage: 1 Capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

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CONCLUSION

The Ayurvedic principles consider that vata is the causative factor behind all the types of diseases. Managing the proper levels of vata will lead to the healthy state of the body. So, as the Ayurvedic treatment emphasizes on treating the root cause of the condition it is capable of eliminating the disease permanently. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that with appropriate and timely management of vata balances in the body, the esophageal motility disorders can be corrected in almost all of the cases.