INTRODUCTION
The word ‘Arogya’means good health and
‘Vardhini’ means improver. It means a formulation,
which improves good health, is known as
‘Arogyavardhini’.
Meaning of the term Arogyavardhani indicates
which can destroy all the diseases and promotes health.
The drug has been mentioned in
Rasaratnasamucchaya in the context of kustha (skin
disorder) and in Bhaishyajyaratnavali in the context of
Yakritvikara (liver disorder).
The Rasaratnasamucchaya mentioned that
Arogyavardhini vati as Sarvarogaprashamani .
INGREDIANTS
Drugs Quantity
Shudha Parad1 Part
Shudha Gandhak 1 Part
Loha Bhasma 1 Part
Abhrak Bhasma 1 Part
Tamra Bhasma 1 Part
Triphala Choorna 6 Part
Shudha Shilajatu 3 Part
Shudha Guggulu 4 Part
Chitrak Mool 4 Part
Kutaki 22 Part
7.
PHARMACODYNAMICS OF DRUGS
PARADA:-
Jara Mrutu Nashanah ( जरा मृत्युनाशनः)
Jara ( जरा ) = Old age
Mrutu (मृत्यु ) = Death
Nashanah ( नाशनः ) = Destroyer or eliminator
8.
GANDHAK
Deepana,Pachana
Rasayana,Vrushya,Balya
शुद्धगन्धो हरेद्रोगान् कुष्ठमृत्युजरादिकान्। अग्निकारी महानुष्णो
वीर्यवृद्धिं करोति च ।।(R. R. S. 3/45)
o शुद्धगन्धः (Shuddha Gandha) – Pure fragrance (often refers to aromatic
medicinal herbs or substances)
oहरेद्रोगान् (Hared Rogan) – Removes diseases
oक
ु ष्ठमृत्युजरादिकान् (Kushtha-Mrityu-Jara-Adikan) – Leprosy (Kushtha), death
(Mrityu), old age (Jara), and other ailments.
oअग्निकारी (Agnikari) – Fire-inducing (stimulates digestive
fire/metabolism)
oमहानुष्णः (Mahanushna) – Highly hot in potency
oवीर्यवृद्धिं करोति च (Veerya-Vriddhim Karoti Cha) – Increases strength and
vitality
9.
ABHRAK BHASMA
अभ्रं स्निग्धंपरमशिशिरं स्वादु चायुष्यमग्रयं केश्यं वर्ण्य
रुचिकरमलं दीपनं चातिबल्यम् ।नेत्र्यं मेधां जनयतितरां
स्तन्यसंवर्द्धनञ्च क्षेत्रे स्थैर्य्य वितरति परं दीपनं पुष्पकेतोः ।।
(R. T. 10/72-73)
अभ्रं स्निग्धं परमशिशिरं स्वादु चायुष्यमग्रयं
➡ Abhraka (Mica) is unctuous (snigdha), extremely cooling (parama-shishira), sweet in taste
(swadu), and excellent for longevity (ayushya agryam).
क
े श्यं वर्ण्य रुचिकरमलं दीपनं चातिबल्यम्
➡ It promotes hair growth (keshya), enhances complexion (varṇya), improves taste perception
(rucikara), purifies (amala), stimulates digestion (dipana), and increases strength significantly
(atibalyam).
नेत्र्यं मेधां जनयतितरां स्तन्यसंवर्द्धनञ्च
➡ It is beneficial for the eyes (netrya), greatly enhances intelligence and memory (medham
janayati-tarrm), and promotes lactation (stanya-samvarddhanam).
क्षेत्रे स्थैर्य्य वितरति परं दीपनं पुष्पक
े तोः
➡ It provides stability (sthairya) to the body (kṣetre), acts as an excellent digestive stimulant
(param dipanam), and is associated with the powers of Kamadeva (Puspketuh, the god of love).
10.
LOHA BHASMA
लौहं रूक्षंसुमधुरमलं पाकतश्चाथ तिक्तं वीर्ये शीतं गुरु च तुवरं
लेखनञ्चातिनेत्र्यम् । बल्यं वृष्यं जठरगदनुत् श्लेष्मपित्तामयघ्नं वर्ण्य मेध्यं खलु
किमधिकं हन्ति नानामयघ्नम् ।।(R. T. 20/83)
🔹 लौहं रूक्षं सुमधुरमलं पाकतश्चाथ तिक्तं
➡ Iron (Lauha) is dry (rukṣa), slightly sweet (sumadhura), pure (amala), and
upon digestion (pakataḥ), it becomes bitter (tikta).
🔹 वीर्ये शीतं गुरु च तुवरं लेखनञ्चातिनेत्र्यम्
➡ It is cooling in potency (sheeta-virya), heavy (guru), astringent (tuvaram),
scraping (lekhana – reduces excess fat and toxins), and highly beneficial for
the eyes (ati-netryam).
🔹 बल्यं वृष्यं जठरगदनुत् श्लेष्मपित्तामयघ्नं
➡ It strengthens the body (balya), acts as an aphrodisiac (vṛṣya), cures
digestive disorders (jatharagadanuta), and alleviates kapha (sleshma) and
pitta-related diseases (pittamaya-ghna).
🔹 वर्ण्य मेध्यं खलु किमधिकं हन्ति नानामयघ्नम्
➡ It enhances complexion (varṇya), improves intellect and memory (medhya),
and—what more can be said?—it cures various diseases (nanamaya-ghna).
11.
TAMRA BHASMA
ताम्र तिक्तंतुवरमधुरं पाकतश्चोष्णवीर्यं त्वम्लं स्निग्धं खलु विषहरं सारकं
लेखनञ्च । पित्तोद्भूतानपि च कफजान् श्लेष्मपित्तोत्थितान् वा घोरान्
रोगानपि हि चिरजानप्यशेषांश्च हन्यात् ।।(R. T. 17/45)
🔹 ताम्र तिक्तं तुवरमधुरं पाकतश्चोष्णवीर्यं
➡ Copper (Tamra) is bitter (tikta), astringent (tuvara), and slightly
sweet (madhura). Upon digestion (pakataḥ), it retains its heating
potency (uṣhṇa-virya).
🔹 त्वम्लं स्निग्धं खलु विषहरं सारकं लेखनञ्च
➡ It is mildly sour (amla), slightly unctuous (snigdha), an excellent
detoxifier (viṣahara), a promoter of proper assimilation (saraka),
and has a scraping action (lekhana) on excessive fats and toxins.
🔹 पित्तोद्भूतानपि च कफजान् श्लेष्मपित्तोत्थितान् वा
➡ It is useful in diseases caused by aggravated Pitta (pittodbhuta)
and Kapha (kaphaja), as well as disorders arising from both Kapha
and Pitta together (sleshma-pittotthitan).
🔹 घोरान् रोगानपि हि चिरजानप्यशेषांश्च हन्यात्
➡ It helps in treating severe (ghoran) and chronic (cirajan)
diseases, eliminating them completely (asesansca hanyat).
12.
SHILAJATU
शिलाजतु मतं तिक्तंविपाके कटुकं तथा । मूत्रलञ्च विशेषेण
योगवाहि रसायनम् ।।(R. T. 22/84)
🔹 शिलाजतु मतं तिक्तं विपाक
े कटुक
ं तथा
➡ Shilajit is primarily bitter (tikta) in taste. After
digestion (vipaka), it becomes pungent (kaṭuka).
🔹 मूत्रलञ्च विशेषेण योगवाहि रसायनम्
➡ It acts as a strong diuretic (mutrala), an excellent
bio-enhancer (yogavahi – enhances the potency of
other drugs), and a rejuvenator (rasayana –
promotes longevity and vitality).
GUGGULU
सुगन्धिः सुलघुः सूक्ष्मतीक्ष्ण उष्णः कटुकी रसः । कटुपाकः सरो हृद्यो गुग्गुलुः स्निग्ध पिच्छिलः ॥ स नवो
बृह्मणो वृष्यः पुराणस्तु अतिलेखनः । तैक्ष्ण्य औष्ण्यात् कफवातघ्नः रसत्वात् मल पित्तनुत् ॥सौगन्ध्यात्
पूतिकुष्ठघ्नः सौक्ष्म्यात् च अनलदीपनः । - सुश्रुत चिकित्सास्थान वातव्याधि.
🔹 सुगन्धिः सुलघुः सूक्ष्म तीक्ष्ण उष्णः कटुकी रसः
➡ Guggulu is aromatic (sugandhi), light in digestion (sulagu), penetrative (sukṣma), sharp
(tikshna), hot in potency (ushna), and has a pungent (kaṭuki) taste.
🔹 कटुपाकः सरो हृद्यो गुग्गुलुः स्निग्ध पिच्छिलः
➡ It has a pungent post-digestive effect (kaṭu-vipaka), is laxative (sara), beneficial for the heart
(hṛdya), slightly unctuous (snigdha), and sticky (picchila).
🔹 स नवो बृह्मणो वृष्यः पुराणस्तु अतिलेखनः
➡ Fresh Guggulu is nourishing (bṛuhaṇa) and aphrodisiac (vṛṣya), whereas old Guggulu (purana)
has strong fat-reducing and scraping (ati-lekhana) properties.
🔹 तैक्ष्ण्य औष्ण्यात् कफवातघ्नः रसत्वात् मल पित्तनुत्
➡ Due to its sharp (tikshna) and hot (ushna) nature, it pacifies Kapha and Vata doshas. Its
rasayana properties help remove toxins (mala) and balance Pitta disorders.
🔹 सौगन्ध्यात् पूतिकुष्ठघ्नः सौक्ष्म्यात् च अनलदीपनः
➡ Due to its fragrance (saugandhya), it helps in treating foul-smelling skin diseases (puṭikuṣṭha).
Due to its subtle nature (saukṣmya), it stimulates digestive fire (agni-dipana).
15.
CHITRAKA MOOLA
स्थूल कायकरोरुच्यः कुष्टघ्नो रक्तचित्रकः । रसे नियामको लोहे वेधकश्च रसायनः
॥ राज निघण्टु
🔹 स्थूल कायकरो रुच्यः
➡ Rakta Chitraka promotes weight gain (sthula-kaya-kara) and enhances
appetite (rucya).
🔹 कुष्टघ्नो रक्तचित्रकः
➡ It is effective in treating skin diseases (kuṣṭhaghna).
🔹 रसे नियामको लोहे
➡ It helps in regulating bodily fluids (rasa-niyamaka) and enhances iron
metabolism (lohe vedhaka – facilitates iron absorption and utilization in the
body).
🔹 वेधकश्च रसायनः
➡ It is a penetrating herb (vedhaka) and acts as a rejuvenator (rasayana).
16.
KUTAKI
कटुकाऽतिकटुस्तिक्ता शीतपित्तास्रदोषजित् ।
बलासआरोचक श्वास ज्वरहृत् रेचनी च सा ॥राज निघण्टू
🔹 कटुकाऽतिकटुस्तिक्ता
➡ Katuki is pungent (kaṭuka), extremely pungent (ati-kaṭuka),
and bitter (tikta) in taste.
🔹 शीतपित्तास्रदोषजित्
➡ It helps in balancing disorders related to cold-induced
allergies (sheeta-pitta) and blood-related disorders (asra-doṣa-jit).
🔹 बलास आरोचक श्वास ज्वरहृत् रेचनी च सा
➡ It is effective in treating chronic cough (balasa), anorexia
(arocaka), respiratory conditions like asthma (shwasa), fever
(jvara-hṛt), and acts as a mild purgative (rechani – promotes
bowel movement).
17.
METHOD OF PREPARATION
Takeparad and gandhak in khalvayanta prepare kajjali.
Add all bhasmas and mix well.
Take Shudha guggulu and shilajatu in a large vessel add remaining drugs.
Givan bhavana with Nimba patra swaras for 2 days.
Pepare vati in the size of raja kolaphala pramana.
AROGYAVARDHINI VATI
18.
INDICATIONS
निम्बा वृक्ष दलाम्भोभिर्मर्दयेत्द्विदिनावधि ।
तताश्च वटिका कार्या राजकोलफलोपमा ।।
देया पञ्चदिने जाते ज्वरे रोगे वटी शुभा ।
पाचनी दीपनी पथ्या हृद्यामेदोविनाशिनी ।।
मलशुद्धिकरी नित्यं दुर्घर्षक्षत्प्रवर्तिनी ।
बहूनात्र किमुक्तेना सर्वरोगेषु शस्यते ।।
आरोग्यवर्धिनी नाम्ना गुटिकेयं प्रकीर्तिता ।
सर्वरोगप्रशमनी श्री नागार्जुनयोगिना ।।
DOSE- Rajkolaphala Matra (365mg-1gm)
DOSAGE- 5 Days in Jwara.
USES-
o Kushta.
oPachan,Deepan .
oHrudya ,Medovinashani.
oSaeverogeshu-in all diseases.
19.
RESEARCH WORK DONE
1.Metabolic Syndrome Management: A clinical study assessed the combined effect
of Arogyavardhini Vati and lifestyle modifications on metabolic syndrome. Seventy-
five patients were randomized into two groups: one receiving lifestyle modifications
alone and the other receiving both lifestyle modifications and AV for 8 weeks. The
group treated with AV exhibited significant improvements, including a 3.06%
reduction in waist circumference, an 18.03% decrease in serum triglycerides, and a
6.89% reduction in systolic blood pressure. These results suggest that AV, alongside
lifestyle changes, can effectively manage components of metabolic syndrome.
2. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): A case study explored the impact of
Arogyavardhini Vati combined with Phalatrikadi Kwatha on two patients with NAFLD
over a 12-week period. Both patients demonstrated normalization of elevated liver
enzymes and liver echogenicity by the end of the treatment, indicating potential
benefits of AV in managing NAFLD. The study reported no adverse effects,
highlighting the formulation's safety.
20.
3) Hepatoprotective Properties:An experimental study evaluated the hepatoprotective effects of
Arogyavardhini Rasa (a variant of AV) against paracetamol-induced liver damage in rats. The results
indicated that AV significantly prevented hepatotoxicity, as evidenced by improved liver function
markers and histopathological examinations. This supports the traditional use of AV in liver
disorders.
4) Obesity (Sthoulya) Management: A clinical trial investigated the efficacy of Arogyavardhini Vati
and Lekhaniya Mahakashaya in managing obesity. Twenty patients received these formulations
twice daily for two months. The study reported notable reductions in body weight and
improvements in associated metabolic parameters, suggesting the potential role of AV in weight
management.
5) Safety Evaluation: Concerns regarding the safety of metal-containing Ayurvedic formulations like
AV have prompted research into their toxicological profiles. A safety evaluation study indicated that,
when prepared and administered according to traditional guidelines, AV did not exhibit significant
adverse effects. However, the study emphasized the necessity for adherence to proper preparation
methods and dosages to ensure safety.
6) Physicochemical Analysis: Standardization of Ayurvedic formulations is crucial for ensuring
consistency and efficacy. A study focusing on the physicochemical analysis of Arogyavardhini Vati
found that the formulation met the standard parameters outlined in the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia
of India. The analysis validated the quality and authenticity of AV prepared using classical methods.
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