Chyawanprash

Table of Contents

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

Ingredients

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

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 Chyawanprash

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

Properties & Benefits of Chyawanprash

• 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 Chyawanprash

Rejuvenative tonic for immunity, lungs, and healthy aging.

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 Chyawanprash

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 Chyawanprash

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

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

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

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

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