Treats diarrhea, dysentery and balances kapha and pitta dosha.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Tikta, Kashaya | Tikta (Bitter) — detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic; Kashaya (Astringent) — drying, absorbent, wound-healing |
| Guna | Laghu, Ruksha | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Ruksha (Dry) — absorbs moisture, drying |
| Virya | Sheeta | Sheeta (Cold) — cooling, decreases Pitta and inflammation |
| Vipaka | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — post-digestive pungent, lightening |
| Prabhava | Grahi, Krimighna, Shoolaghna | Grahi — absorbent, improves assimilation, stops diarrhea; Krimighna — anti-parasitic, destroys worms; Shoolaghna — analgesic, relieves pain |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Kutaj is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Kalinga, Shakra, Vatsaka, Girika
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Kutaj are: twak, bija.
Main Indications
Kutaj is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Atisara, Pravahika, Grahani, Arsha, Raktapitta.
Dosha Effects
Kutaj pacifies Pitta, Kapha.
It may aggravate Vata when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Kutaj 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).