Piper chaba, a relative of Pippali, is a potent digestive stimulant used to treat indigestion and abdominal pain.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — stimulates digestion, circulation, expectorant |
| Guna | Laghu, Ruksha | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Ruksha (Dry) — absorbs moisture, drying |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — post-digestive pungent, lightening |
| Prabhava | Deepana, Pachana, Shoolaghna | Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama; Pachana — digests ama and toxins; Shoolaghna — analgesic, relieves pain |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Chavika is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Chavya, Katuveera, Ushana
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Chavika are: moola, kanda.
Main Indications
Chavika is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Agnimandya, Anaha, Shoola, Arsha, Gulma.
Dosha Effects
Chavika pacifies Vata, Kapha.
It may aggravate Pitta when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Chavika 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).