A potent formulation used specifically for destroying all types of intestinal worms and parasites.
Ayurvedic Pharmacology
This formulation exhibits the following Ayurvedic pharmacological properties:
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Katu, Tikta | Katu (Pungent) — stimulates digestion, circulation, expectorant; Tikta (Bitter) — detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic |
| Guna | Tikshna | Tikshna (Sharp) — penetrating, stimulating |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — post-digestive pungent, lightening |
| Prabhava | Krimighna, Deepana | Krimighna — anti-parasitic, destroys worms; Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama |
Dosha Effects
Krimi Kuthar rasa pacifies Kapha, Vata. {’ It is tridoshic — balancing all three doshas.’ if r.get(’tridosha’) else ‘’} {’ It may aggravate ’ + ‘, ‘.join(aggravate) + ’ when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.’ if aggravate else ‘’}
Usage
This is a Herbo-mineral preparation (Rasa). Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for appropriate dosage, preparation method (Anupana), and duration of therapy based on your constitution (Prakriti) and current imbalance (Vikriti). Classical texts describe specific indications, contraindications, and processing methods for each formulation.
Data sourced from the Amidha Ayurveda Herb Database v1.0 beta (CC BY 4.0).