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ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Amla, Madhura | Amla (Sour) — stimulates digestion, salivation, cleansing; Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth |
| Guna | Laghu | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness |
| Virya | Sheeta | Sheeta (Cold) — cooling, decreases Pitta and inflammation |
| Vipaka | Amla | Amla (Sour) — post-digestive sour, acidic |
| Prabhava | Hridaya, Deepana | Hridaya — cardiac tonic, heart health; Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Madhukarkati is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Mahanimbu, Sadapala, Sukhanda
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Madhukarkati are: phala, twak.
Main Indications
Madhukarkati is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Hridroga, Aruchi, Agnimandya, Shwasa, Visha.
Dosha Effects
Madhukarkati pacifies Vata, Pitta.
It may aggravate Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Madhukarkati 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).