Clinical Indications of Avipattikara Choorna an Experiential and Scientific View

Abstract

Choorna is a type of formulation in which plant products are mixed in a definite  proportion and pulverized before its use. These are given in various disorders  with good outcome. Triphala Choorna, Talisadi Choorna, Sitopaladi  Choorna, Laghu Gangadhara Choorna, Gangadhara Choorna, Trikatu  Choorna, Lavana Bhaskara Choorna, Hingwashtaka Choorna And Hingu  Vachadi Choorna are few Choorna Yogas which are commonly used in the  management of various disorders by Ayurveda physicians. Avipattikara  choorna is one such preparation which is commonly used in GIT disorders and  disorders associated with constipation. It has actions like Pittahara, Virechana,  Shoolahara, and antispasmodic actions. It is commonly given in Amlapitta,  Pittaja Shoola, Perinamashoola, , Annadrava Shoola, Arshas And  Malabandha. The present paper highlights about the clinical indications of  Avipattikara choorna in an experimental and scientific view.