Elakanadi Kashayam 200 ml by Sitaram Ayurveda

The reference for ‘Elakanadi Kashayam’ is found in the context of ‘Kshatakasa’ which can be co-related with chronic cough that causes emaciation and severe lethargy. Elakanadi Kashayam clears Kapha from the region of the chest and strengthens respiratory function.

‘Kashaya’ or herbal decoctions harness herbs’ healing properties and roots in a mild and easily absorbable water base.

Features & Benefits

• Elakanadi Kashayam is a combination of Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Kana (Piper longum), Madhuka (Glycyrrhiza glabra),Nagara (Zingiber officinale), Vasa(Adathoda vasica), Guduchi (Tinsopora cordifolia),Dasamoola)(the group of ten inflammatory roots) etc.
• It clears respiratory pathways. Relieves chest congestion, chronic cough and emaciation. Improves nourishment. Relieves associated pain in flanks and fatigue.
• It clears circulatory channels and metabolic pathways. Elakanadi Kashayam also facilitates nourishment of body tissues.
• It supports and strengthens respiratory function in individuals with chronic asthma and bronchitis.
• Elakanadi Kashayam stimulates appetite and digestion. Improves metabolism.

Dosage and Instructions

Adult: 15-20 ml of Elakanadi Kashayam mixed with 45-60 ml of boiled and cooled water, twice daily on an empty stomach.

Child: 10-15 ml of Elakanadi Kashayam mixed with 30-45 ml of boiled and cooled water, twice daily on an empty stomach.

Suitable for all ages.

Key Ingredients

Ela (Elettaria cardamomum)

It is called as the true Cardamom. Widely used due to its aroma and medicinal uses, Cardamom is chewed in bad breath conditions. It is very beneficial in the congestion of the lungs and other pulmonary diseases. It is also used as a laxative and used to prevent stomach pain, flatulence, and gripping.

Kana (Pipper longum)

Pippali is an effective home remedy in managing cough and cold. Swallowing Pippali powder along with honey after lunch and dinner help releases mucus from the air passages due to its expectorant property, thus allowing the patient to breathe easily. Its consumption might also help promote weight loss by improving the body’s metabolism. Consuming Pippali powder might be useful in managing constipation by promoting bowel movements due to its laxative property.

Nagara (Zingiber officinale)

It is a very effective drug to reduce flatulence and bloating of the abdomen. It is very effective in both fresh and dried forms. Dry ginger powder helps in the digestion and elimination of toxins. It acts as an anti-diarrhoeal and anti-dysenteric. It improves bone health, relieving pain and inflammation in joints. Chewing Shuntigive relief from the bloating of the abdomen.

Vilwa (Aegle marmelos)

It can be found as the favorite of Lord Shiva and thus found in the temples. Also known as Bilwa, the whole part of the plant is used for medicinal purposes. Antidiarrhoeal, antimicrobial, antiviral, radioprotective, anticancer, chemopreventive, antipyretic, ulcer healing, antigenotoxic, diuretic, antifertility, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Agnimantha (Premna integrifloria)

Agnimantha is used in the treatment of all types of Vata Disorders (diseases related to the nervous and musculoskeletal system), inflammatory disorders, neuralgia, rheumatoid arthritis, anemia, piles, constipation, common cold, and loss of appetite. The extracts of the plant are used to treat diabetes. Urinary tract infections are also treated using Agnimantha extracts. Besides, its decoction is used to enhance strength immunity following fever treatment.

Shalaparni(Desmodium gangeticum)

It is one among the Dashamoolas. Properties include aphrodisiac (sexual desires) analgesic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory. It is used in postnatal complaints, diarrhea, chronic fever, biliousness, cough, vomiting, and asthma.

Prishnaparni (Uraria picta)

It is one among the Dashamoolas. with properties of anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antiemetic, aphrodisiac it is used in different preparations. It is effectively used in fracture conditions. The Uraria species is useful in quick healing of bone fractures. It is used as a cardio and nerve tonic and has anti-inflammatory, expectorant, and diuretic properties.

Brihati (Solanum indicum)

It is one among the Dashamoolas. It is used in the treatment of respiratory ailments, dropsy, heart diseases, chronic fever, colic, scorpion stings, difficulty in urination, and worm infestation. A root decoction is administered in respiratory disorders like asthma, cough, etc. Brihatiis a benefit providing herb in conditions of digestive troubles and has effective results in appetite, indigestion, dysentery, gas, and intestinal worms. This herb stimulates and strengthens the heart and is useful in cardiac disorders and improves the condition of edema.

Shyonaka (Oroxylum Indicum)

Commonly known as Indian caper, it is one among the Dashamoolas. It’s anti-inflammatory and analgesic in nature. A seed paste is applied to treat boils and wounds. The bark decoction is diuretic and useful in diarrhea and dysentery. It will increase the appetite, as well as reveals constipation. It is a potential herb against cancer, due to its potential cytotoxic and anti-metastasis properties.

Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)

It is a natural aphrodisiac (arouses sexual desire) and has diuretic property thus it’s used in urinary disorders. It is used to tone muscles before childbirth, to cause an abortion, and to stimulate milk flow. It is effective in treating chest pain, eczema, enlarged prostate, sexual disorders, and infertility. The dry herb is boiled in water and giver in urinary problems.

Patala(Stereospermum suaveolens)

It is one among the Dashamoola. It counteracts on Pitta and Kapha. It cures swelling over the body. It is effective in bleeding disorders and vomiting. It is used in snake bite, scorpion bite, vomiting, etc. It is neuroprotective and protects the liver. The herb is used for blood disorders such as anemia. It promotes the production of red blood cells. It also provides relief from symptoms associated with anemia such as lethargy, fatigue, and weakness. Roots are used for treating diseases such as bronchial asthma, blood disorders, jaundice, vomiting, paralysis, rheumatism.

Gambari (Gmelina arborea)

Commonly known as beech wood, it acts as a Rasayana. It has an action on bleeding disorders. It balances Vata dosha. It nourishes the body. with its anti-inflammatory property, It is used to relieve pain and swelling.

Badra (Aerva lanata)

Commonly called the mountain knotgrass, it is a diuretic with anti-inflammatory, antihelmintic, anti-bacterial, and mild analgesic effects. It is used in the treatment of lithiasis, cough, asthma, and headache and as an antidote for rat poisoning. The decoction of the root of Aerva lanata is given in a dose of 50-60 ml to treat renal calculi and retention of urine. Cold infusion of the whole plant is given in a dose of 30-40 ml to treat cough and sore throat.

Amrutha (Tinospora cordifolia)

The extract is used in fever and in rhinitis conditions. It’s having tonic, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, anti-arthritic, anti-lepritic, anti-allergic, and anti-diabetic properties. The powder of Tinospora is given to children by mixing with lukewarm water for nourishment and pregnant women also. The extract is given in fever conditions.

Musta (Cyperus rotundus)

It is commonly known as common nutsedge. It is effective in gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome. Due to its breast purification property, it is used during postpartum care to avoid indigestion to the child. The paste is applied over the breast and washed after some time. Musta oil is an effective home remedy for managing stomach disorders due to its antispasmodic and carminative properties.

Vasa(Adathoda vasica)

vasapowder along with honey is considered to be beneficial in cases of respiratory infections such as whooping cough, bronchitis, asthma as it helps promote the secretion of sputum from the air passages due to its expectorant property. vasamight also help manage the symptoms of arthritis due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It reduces joint pain and swelling associated with arthritis and gout. It also reduces cramps due to its antispasmodic property.

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