Fresh ginger root used for digestion, nausea and cold.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — stimulates digestion, circulation, expectorant |
| Guna | Laghu, Snigdha | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Snigdha (Oily/Unctuous) — moistening, nourishing |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | Amapachana, Deepana | Amapachana; Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Ardraka is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Shringavera, Katubhadra, Mahaoushadha, Adraka
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Ardraka are: kanda.
Main Indications
Ardraka is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Agnimandya, Ajeerna, Kasa, Shwasa, Pratishyaya.
Dosha Effects
Ardraka pacifies Vata, Kapha.
It may aggravate Pitta when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Ardraka is used in classical Ayurvedic formulations. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for appropriate dosage and preparation based on your constitution (Prakriti) and current imbalance (Vikriti).