Pathyadi Ghana Vati

• Vati / Tablet

Pathyadi Ghana Vati combines Ashwagandha, Sunthi, Haritaki, Bibhitaki, Amalaki, Guduchi, Haridra, Neem and Chirayata. It is traditionally used to support headache comfort, mental wellbeing and healthy digestion, particularly when these concerns are considered in relation to Pitta imbalance.

In Ayurveda, Pathyadi formulations are traditionally associated with Shiroroga and Pitta-related headache patterns. The formulation also includes herbs valued for supporting digestion, nourishment and mental balance.

Pittashamana

Traditionally used to help maintain Pitta balance, particularly where heat-related symptoms are prominent.

Medhya

Supports mental clarity and healthy cognitive function.

Deepana / Pachana

Supports healthy digestion and metabolic function.

Rasayana

Traditionally valued for restorative and nourishing support.

• Headache and migraine-related wellbeing
• Mental calmness and relaxation
• Healthy sleep
• Digestive balance
• Pitta balance
• General wellbeing during periods of mental or physical strain

• Ashwagandha
• Sunthi
• Haritaki
• Bibhitaki
• Amalaki
• Guduchi
• Haridra
• Neem
• Chirayata

Ashwagandha

Botanical Name

Withania somnifera

Common Name

Ashwagandha / Indian Winter Cherry

Part Used

Root

Sunthi

Botanical Name

Zingiber officinalis

Common Name

Dry Ginger

Part Used

Rhizome

Haritaki

Botanical Name

Terminalia chebula

Common Name

Haritaki / Chebulic Myrobalan

Part Used

Fruit

Bibhitaki

Botanical Name

Terminalia bellarica

Common Name

Bibhitaki / Baheda

Part Used

Fruit

Amalaki

Botanical Name

Emblica officinalis

Common Name

Amla / Indian Gooseberry

Part Used

Fruit

Guduchi

Botanical Name

Tinospora cordifolia

Common Name

Guduchi / Giloy

Part Used

Stem

Haridra

Botanical Name

Curcuma longa

Common Name

Turmeric / Haridra

Part Used

Rhizome

Neem

Botanical Name

Azadirachta indica

Common Name

Neem

Part Used

Whole plant/plant material as specified for the preparation

Chirayata

Botanical Name

Andrographis paniculata

Common Name

Chirayata / Kalmegha

Part Used

Whole plant

Two tablets twice or three times daily, or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Keep the container tightly closed after use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Chakradatta — Shiro Roga Chikitsa

The classical Pathyadi formulation is described in Chakradatta in the context of Shiroroga, particularly Ardhavabhedaka and related headache conditions. The classical formulation and the present product composition should be regarded separately.

Reference: Chakrapani Datta. Chakradatta, Shiroroga Chikitsa, Chapter 60.

Classical reference link

Bhavaprakasha

Pathyadi formulations are also discussed in the classical literature in the context of Ardhavabhedaka and headache disorders.

Reference: Bhavaprakasha, Madhyama Khanda, Chapter 62/17–19.

Classical text resources

Pathyadi Ghana Vati in Migraine

Randomized clinical study · 31 patients

A clinical study evaluated Pathyadi Ghana Vati in Ardhavabhedaka (migraine). The study compared Pathyadi Ghana Vati, Gunja Taila Nasya, and their combination.

The review reported clinical improvement in all groups, with the combined Nasya and Pathyadi Ghana Vati approach showing the highest reported clinical relief. The Pathyadi Ghana Vati-only group showed approximately 49% improvement in the reported assessment.

The study evaluated Pathyadi Ghana Vati as part of an Ayurvedic treatment approach and should not be interpreted as proof that this specific commercial product independently treats migraine.

Sharma AK, Singh V. Clinical evaluation of Gunja Taila Nasya and Pathyadi Ghana Vati in the management of migraine (Ardhavabhedaka). Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Siddha. 2014;35:53–68.

Research summary