Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine that comprises various herbs and their preparations for our well-being. Yakrit Plihantak Churna is an absolutely wonderful combination of various herbs. It helps in curing various disorders related to yakrit and plica. In today's lifestyle, unhealthy food practices adversely affect the body's digestive system. Hence it is most important to care for the liver and digestive system of the body. There are many chemical-loaded drugs available in the market that have added fuel to the fire. Hence it is time to switch to herbal remedies instead of chemical drugs. Let's discuss this herbal blend in detail.
INTRODUCTION
Yakrit plihantak churna is one of the best formulations in Ayurveda for maintaining a healthy digestive system.Here yakrit is liver and pleeha is spleen.Yakrit Plihantak churna is formulated for the treatment of various ailments regarding the liver and spleen. It helps in regenerating cells of the liver and detoxing the accumulated toxins. It not only cures but helps in the prevention of diseases in the liver and spleen. As per the classical text herbs present in this churna do yakrit utterance and act as pitta sarak.
INGREDIENTS
It mainly consists of 8 herbs that are mentioned below- Bhoomi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri)
- Bhringraj (Eclipta alba)
- Kalmegha (Andrographis paniculata)
- Sharpunkha ( Tephrosia purpurea)
- Kaasni (Cichorium intybus)
- Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
- Makoy (Solanum nigrum)
- Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa)
DESCRIPTION OF THE INGREDIENTS
1. Bhoomi Amla
Bhoomi amla grows in tropical areas. This herb tends to have the capacity to reverse the changes that happen to the liver due to disease and infections from various agents. Helpful in various liver disorders. It has hepatoprotective properties and acts as an antiviral also. This makes it best for treating liver disorders. It protects the stomach from gastric acid secretions that cause liver damage. Hence it also prevents gastric ulcer disease.
Medicinal Qualities
Rasa:- Tikta, Kashaya
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Vipaak:-Madhur
Veerya:- Sheet
Pharmacological Action
1. Antiviral
2. Biliary cell protective property
3. Carminative
4. Febrifugal
5. Analgesic
6. Hypoglycemic
7. Laxative
Effect on TridoshaReduces vitiated Kapha and Pitta dosha.
Parts used
The whole plant is used
Uses
Liver carcinoma
Hepatitis
Jaundice
Cystitis
Anaemia
Hypertension
Diabetes
2. Bhringraj
It is one of the most amazing drugs that tend to have the capacity owing to its medicinal properties. It also has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It protects from infection and inflammation. It is found in marshy places. It is of three types
Shwet Bhringraj, Neel Bhringraj, and Peet Bhringraj.
Medicinal Qualities
Rasa:- Katu, Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Ushana
Vipak:-Katu
Pharmacological Action
1. Antiviral
2. Hepatoprotective
3. Analgesic
4. Purgative
5. Hypotensive
Effect on TridoshaAs it has a pungent and bitter taste, and dryness and is light it balances the Kapha dosha. As it has hot potency it balances the vata dosha. Hence it balances both Vata dosha and Kapha dosha.
Parts used
The whole plant is used.
Uses
1. Akshirogahrut ( useful in eye disease )
2. Dantaya ( improves the strength of teeth)
3. Panduit ( useful in anemia and early stage of liver disorder)
4. Amanat ( useful in indigestion)
5. Kesharanjana ( useful in grey hairs)
3. Kalmegha
It is also known as Indian Echinacea. It was traditionally used in ample conditions from cold to snake bite. Another variety of this plant is used in Europe for the same purpose. It acts as a blood purifier, antiseptic, and Immune booster.
Medicinal Qualities
Rasa:- Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Ushana
Vipak:-Katu
Pharmacological Action
1. Antibacterial
2. Antioxidant
3. Hepatoprotective
4. Antimicrobial
Effect on TridoshaIt reduces Kapha dosha and pitta dosha.
Part used
The whole plant is used
Uses
1. Stimulates liver
2. Excrete out pitta from their body
3. Useful in skin disorders
4. Useful in skin
5. Nourishment
6. Useful in worm infestation
4. Sharpunkha
It is very useful in liver and spleen disorders. It undergoes a pungent kind of transformation and it is hot in nature. It acts as a blood purifier and is used to subside liver infection, splenomegaly, and anemia. It also has very good results in bleeding disorders. It is found in all parts of India.
Medicinal Qualities
Rasa:- Tikta, Kashaya
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu, Teekshan
Veeraya:-Ushana
Vipak:-Katu
Pharmacological Action
1. It's an alkali preparation widely used in liver disorders
2. Helpful in skin disorders
3. To be used in peptic ulcer disorders.
Effect on TridoshaIt helps in balancing Kapha and vata dosha.
Part used
Alkali powder preparation of root of the plant.
Uses
1. Quick wound healing
2. Hepatitis, cirrhosis of the liver
3. Acts against poison
4. Useful in splenomegaly
5. Insect bites
6. Asthma and chronic respiratory disease
5. Kaasni
Cichorium intybus is used in treating hepatic disorders and general debility. It is found in the northwest and southeast parts of India. This plant is native to Europe but it now spread to other parts of the world also. It is also known as the syrup of wild cherries. It also supports the health of the circulatory system.
Medicinal Qualities
Rasa:- Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Ushana
Vipak:-Katu
Pharmacological Action
1. Anti-bacterial
2. Hepatoprotective
3. Nourishment
4. Antimicrobial
Effect on TridoshaReduces vitiated Kapha and pitta dosha
Part used
The roots and leaves of the plant are used.
Uses
1. Paste the leaves applied on the head in case of a headache.
2. Powder of the roots to be consumed with warm water relieves indigestion.
3. Acts as a cardiac tonic as well.
4. Useful in dysmenorrhoea
5. The herb contains insulin and coumarins.
6. KUTKI
Kutki is a bitter root of a perennial herb with the presence of rhizomes. It is also used in the panchakarma procedure ( Vaman ). It is known to be a cooling agent possessing the ability to pacify Pitta and Kapha dosha.
Medicinal qualities
Rasa:- Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Sheeta
Vipak:-Katu
Pharmacological Action
1. Anti-diabetic
2. Anti-asthmatic
3. Anti-inflammatory
4. Hepatoprotective
Effect on TridoshaPacify Pitta and Kapha dosha.
Part used
The roots of the plant are used.
Uses
1. Useful in the bleeding disorder
2. Anorexia
3. Good for the heart
4. Useful in fever
5. Asthma
7. MAKOY
Makoy is an ayurvedic plant used for treating liver diseases. It is a small herb found all over India. Moreover, it also treats colicky pain and fever.
Medicinal qualities
Rasa:- Tikta
Guna:- Laghu7.
Veeraya:- Anushna
Vipak:- Katu
Pharmacological action
1. Hepatoprotective
2. Anti-Inflammatory
Effect on TridoshaIt reduces all three doshas.
Part used
The whole plant is used.
Uses
1. Cell and tissue rejuvenation
2. Rejuvenates cells
3. Provide relief from constipation
4. Good for eyes
8. PUNARNAVA
It is one of the most important medicinal herbs that acts as an anti-inflammatory. It is well known for its diuretic effect. This plant dies off in a year and with the same root, it regrows the next year.
Medicinal qualities
Rasa:- Tikta, Madhur
Guna:- Laghu, Ruksha
Veeraya:- Ushana
Vipak:- Katu
Pharmacological Action
1. Anti-inflammatory
2. Diuretic
3. Hepatoprotective
Effect on TridoshaBalances Kapha and Vata dosha
Part used
The whole plant is used.
Uses
1. Dysuria
2. Pedal edema
3. Abdominal distension
4. Urinary calculi
5. Recurrent UTI
6. Jaundice
BENEFITS OF YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA
1. Rejuvenates damaged cells of the liver
2. Anti-inflammatory
3. Natural alkalizer
4. Eliminates toxins from the liver
5. Balance tridoshas
6. Prevent liver diseases
7. Helps in fat metabolism and digestion
8. Blood cleanser
9. Rectify liver failure
10. Coagulation of blood
DOSAGE OF YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA
You have to boil one teaspoon full of powder in 400 ml of water and keep it boiling until it remains 50 ml. Strain it and drink the water. Have it twice daily. Make every time fresh.do not consume unfresh.
SIDE EFFECTSThere are no known side effects of this powder when consumed in the prescribed dosage.
ADVANTAGES- No chemical preservatives, dyes, and chemicals are added to it.
- It is not tested on animals, it's a completely vegetarian product.
- Prepared with the best quality herbs.
- It goes through quality testing before giving it to patients.
CONCLUSION
As mentioned above the article Yakrit Plihantak Churna is one of the best formulations for hepatic and splenic disorders. It balances all three doshas and eliminates toxins from the liver and rejuvenates it. Having no side effects makes it more potent for maintaining a good metabolism. Yakrit Plihantak churna is a proven herbal product to strengthen the liver and spleen in the body and supports the overall digestive system.
Dr. Vikram Chauhan (MD - Ayurveda) is the CEO and Founder of Planet Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. He is Author of the Book "Ayurveda - God's Manual For Healing". He is an Ayurveda Expert Serving People worldwide through all the Possible Mediums, Operating from Main Branch in Mohali, India. With his Vast Experience in Herbs and their Applied Uses, he is successfully treating Numerous Patients suffering from Various Ailments with the help of Purest Herbal Supplements, Diet, and Lifestyle, according to the Principles of Ayurveda. For More Details, visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com.
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Rasa:- Tikta, Kashaya
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Vipaak:-Madhur
Veerya:- Sheet
1. Antiviral
2. Biliary cell protective property
3. Carminative
4. Febrifugal
5. Analgesic
6. Hypoglycemic
7. Laxative
Effect on TridoshaThe whole plant is used
Liver carcinoma
Hypertension
Rasa:- Katu, Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Ushana
1. Antiviral
2. Hepatoprotective
3. Analgesic
4. Purgative
5. Hypotensive
Effect on TridoshaThe whole plant is used.
4. Amanat ( useful in indigestion)
Rasa:- Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Ushana
1. Antibacterial
2. Antioxidant
3. Hepatoprotective
4. Antimicrobial
Effect on TridoshaThe whole plant is used
1. Stimulates liver
3. Useful in skin disorders
4. Useful in skin
5. Nourishment
6. Useful in worm infestation
Rasa:- Tikta, Kashaya
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu, Teekshan
Veeraya:-Ushana
2. Helpful in skin disorders
Effect on Tridosha1. Quick wound healing
3. Acts against poison
4. Useful in splenomegaly
5. Insect bites
Rasa:- Tikta
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Ushana
1. Anti-bacterial
2. Hepatoprotective
3. Nourishment
4. Antimicrobial
Effect on Tridosha4. Useful in dysmenorrhoea
Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu
Veeraya:-Sheeta
1. Anti-diabetic
2. Anti-asthmatic
3. Anti-inflammatory
4. Hepatoprotective
Effect on TridoshaPacify Pitta and Kapha dosha.
2. Anorexia
3. Good for the heart
4. Useful in fever
5. Asthma
Guna:- Laghu7.
Veeraya:- Anushna
1. Hepatoprotective
2. Anti-Inflammatory
Effect on TridoshaIt reduces all three doshas.
The whole plant is used.
1. Cell and tissue rejuvenation
2. Rejuvenates cells
3. Provide relief from constipation
4. Good for eyes
Rasa:- Tikta, Madhur
Guna:- Laghu, Ruksha
Veeraya:- Ushana
1. Anti-inflammatory
2. Diuretic
3. Hepatoprotective
Effect on TridoshaBalances Kapha and Vata dosha
The whole plant is used.
1. Dysuria
2. Pedal edema
3. Abdominal distension
4. Urinary calculi
5. Recurrent UTI
6. Jaundice
2. Anti-inflammatory
3. Natural alkalizer
5. Balance tridoshas
6. Prevent liver diseases
8. Blood cleanser
9. Rectify liver failure
10. Coagulation of blood
SIDE EFFECTSADVANTAGES- No chemical preservatives, dyes, and chemicals are added to it.
- It is not tested on animals, it's a completely vegetarian product.
- Prepared with the best quality herbs.
- It goes through quality testing before giving it to patients.
