Pathadi Choornam is an Ayurvedic herbal powder, used in the treatment of skin diseases. This product is formulated based on Kerala Ayurveda principle.
Uses
Pathadi Churna uses: It is used in tratemtn of inflammatory conditions and infective skin diseases. The best remedy for most gum ailments, and very efficacious in bleeding and suppurated gums.
Dose
Dose: 1 – 3 grams, 2 – 3 times a day after food or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor. It is administered with water.
This is to be mixed in honey and applied over the gums. Later gargle with this. This is good as tooth powder.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
Sanskrit verse
Sahasrayoga churnayoga prakarana, Astangahridayam.
Ingredients
Pathadi Churnam ingredients:
Equal quantities of fine powders of each of
Patha – Cissampelos pariera
Krishna – Pippali – Long pepper
Gajapippali – Java Long Pepper (fruit) – Piper chaba
Nidigdhika – Brinjal Egg plant – Solanum melongena
Nagara – Ginger Rhizome – Zingiber officinalis
Chitraka – Lead Wort (root) – Plumbago zeylanica
Pippalimoola – Long pepper root – Piper longum
Ajaji – Cuminum cyminum
Ratri – Turmeric
Musta – Nut grass (root) – Cyperus rotundus
Side effects, manufacturer
Side effects:
There are no known side effects with this medicine.
Over dose or taking it before food may cause burning sensation in stomach.
In children, pregnant and lactating mothers, it is best to take this medicine strictly under medical supervision.
Manufacturer: Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
