Intuppukana Churna is an Ayurvedic medicine, in herbal powder form. It is mainly used in Ayurvedic treatment of indigestion. This medicine is formulated based on Kerala Ayurveda principles.
Uses
Intuppukana Churna benefits:
It is used in the treatment of indigestion.
Synonyms
Intuppukana Churnam, Intuppukana Choorna, Intuppukana Choornam
Effect on Tridosha – Calms Vata and kapha
Dosage
1 – 3 grams along with hot water or sour buttermilk, once or twice daily after food or as advised by Ayurvedic doctor.
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.
Side Effects
In very higher doses, it may cause gastric irritation.
People with high BP need to take this medicine with precaution and under medical supervision.
Ingredients
Intuppu – Rock salt (Saindhava Lavana) – 10 grams
Ayamoda – Ajamoda – Trachyspermum ammi – 20 grams
Tippali – Pippali – Piper longum – 40 grams
Haritaki – Terminalia chebula – 60 grams
Reference
Sahasra Yoga, Churna prakarana, 23
Shloka (Sanskrit Verse)
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. Shilpa Ramdas BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Ayurvedic Physician, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
