guduchi and theier cautions caused by agents

guduchi and theier cautions caused by agents

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  z Guduchi / Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) Presentedby:- Afroja Khatoon Guided by:- ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR & HOD DR SHIMI BEN CJ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR- Dr ARUN SHARMA
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  z Preparation गुडूची शीतकषाय (च.द.) कृतं गुडूच्याविधिवत् कषायं हिमसंज्ञितम् । तिसृष्वपि भवेत्पथ्यं माक्षिकेण समायुतम् ॥ १६॥ Indicates Guduchi Hima prepared with honey pacifies Tridosha and relieves vomiting types. 1. Ingredients: Guduchi stem (Tinospora cordifolia) crushed or coarse powder - 1 part Cold/room-temperature water - 6-8 parts Honey as required for taste. 2. Procedure: Soak the Guduchi in water overnight (8-12 hours) in an earthen/clay or glass vessel. In the morning, stir and strain the liquid. Add honey just before consumption.
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  z Chemical/Phytochemical Composition  Major constituents:Tinosporaside, Cordifolioside, Berberine, Palmatine, Magnoflorine, Tinosporine, polysaccharides, and alkaloids.
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  z Pharmacodynamics & Pharmacokinetics  Pharmacodynamics:Bitter and astringent taste stimulates digestion, removes Ama (toxins), and reduces Pitta heat. Cooling action (Sheeta Virya) reduces inflammation and burning
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  z Pharmacokinetics  Water-soluble glycosidesextract well through cold infusion, giving gentle action without heat-sensitive constituent loss.
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  z Therapeutic Properties  Rasayana(rejuvenative), Deepana- Pachana (digestive stimulant), Jwaraghna (antipyretic), Tridoshahara, Balya (strength-promoting), and Raktapitta-hara (controls bleeding).
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  z Awasthanusara Uses (Condition-wise)  Jwara(fever) especially Pitta and Rakta dominant fevers.Daha (burning sensations).Raktapitta - bleeding disorders.Kustha - skin diseases.Amlapitta - gastritis/acid reflux.Supportive in liver disorders, general debility, and as an immune booster
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  z Matra (Dosage) 40-60 mlonce or twice daily (adults). Adjust to 5-10 ml for children, or as directed by a physician.
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  z Anupana (Vehicle) Madhu (Honey)as per the classical verse. Optional: May be taken plain if honey is contraindicated (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes).
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  z Sevana Kala (Timing) Early morningon an empty stomach, or Between meals for fever and burning conditions.
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  z Pathya (Wholesome) PATHYA (WHOLESOME)LIGHT, EASILY DIGESTIBLEDIET (YUSHA, GREEN GRAM SOUP). COOL WATER, PITTA-PACIFYING FOOD (BARLEY, GHEE). APATHYA (AVOID)EXCESSIVELY SPICY, OILY, SOUR, OR FERMENTED FOOD.DAYTIME SLEEP, ALCOHOL, AND HEAVY MEALS. Apathya
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  z Kala Maryada (Duration) Usually7-14 days for acute fever or gastritis. For Rasayana or chronic conditions: up to 1-3 months under supervision.
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  z Side Effects &Precautions Generally safe. Possible cautions: May lower blood sugar (use care in hypoglycemia or diabetes). Pregnant/lactating women should consult an Ayurvedic physician. Avoid heating honey.
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  z Research Updates Modern studiesshow immunomodulatory and antipyretic effects comparable to standard antipyretics. Cold infusion retains heat-labile enzymes better than hot decoction.Clinical trials support its role in dengue fever support therapy and liver protection.
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  z Thank You