Kantakari Avaleha

Table of Contents

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

Ingredients

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

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 Kantakari

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

Properties & Benefits of Kantakari Avaleha

• 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 Kantakari Avaleha

Supports asthma, bronchitis, and productive cough.

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 Kantakari Avaleha

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 Kantakari Avaleha

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

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

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

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

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