Chitrak Haritiki

Table of Contents

• Ingredients
• Method of Preparation
• Chemical Constituents of Chitrak
• Properties & Benefits of Chitrak Haritiki
• Indications of Chitrak Haritiki
• Recommended Dosage
• Contra Indications of Chitrak Haritiki
• Safety Precautions
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Chitrak Haritiki

Ingredients

Key herbs/minerals as per classical texts, processed with ghee, oil, or decoctions appropriate for Chitrak Haritiki.

Method of Preparation

1. Sourcing & Purification: Authentic crude drugs are cleansed and graded.
2. Main Processing: Traditional boiling, roasting, or trituration techniques convert raw materials into palatable powder, lehyam, or oil form.
3. Finishing: The product is sieved, medicated, or filtered to achieve desired consistency and potency.

Chemical Constituents of Chitrak

Contains bio‑active alkaloids, glycosides, volatile oils, and essential minerals that synergistically deliver therapeutic actions.

Properties & Benefits of Chitrak Haritiki

• Rasa: Multi‑herbal blend balancing taste profile.
• Guna: Light, penetrating, or unctuous depending on dosage form.
• Veerya: Generally ushna (warming) except pitta‑pacifying formulas.
• Vipaka: Mostly madhura or katu aiding metabolism.
• Helps restore dosha balance and strengthens target organs or systems.

Indications of Chitrak Haritiki

Relieves chronic constipation, hemorrhoids, and sluggish metabolism.

Recommended Dosage

Churna/Kwath: 3–6 g; Avaleha/Pak: 1–2 teaspoons; Tailam: 2–6 drops (nasya) or sufficient quantity for massage, as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.

Contra Indications of Chitrak Haritiki

Pregnancy (if warming), severe ulcers, individual ingredient allergy, or as specified by physician.

Safety Precautions

Use authentic pharmacopeial grade only. Follow prescribed Pathya‑Apathya diet and storage guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Chitrak Haritiki

Q1. How long can I take Chitrak Haritiki continuously?
Typically 4–12 weeks; review with clinician thereafter.

Q2. Does Chitrak Haritiki have side effects?
Rare if used in prescribed dose; mild GI upset possible.

Q3. Can I combine Chitrak Haritiki with allopathic drugs?
Maintain a 1‑hour gap and inform both practitioners.

Q4. Is Chitrak Haritiki safe for children?
Yes, in reduced dosage and specific pediatric formulas.

Q5. How should I store Chitrak Haritiki?
Keep in airtight container away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.