Vasadi Ghana Vati
Vasadi Ghana Vati combines four traditionally valued herbs with a particular focus on respiratory wellbeing.
- Product Name
- Vasadi Ghana Vati
- Form
- Tablet / Vati
- Pack Size
- 90 tablets
- Route
- Oral
Available Forms
- Tablet / Vati
Overview
Vasadi Ghana Vati combines four traditionally valued herbs with a particular focus on respiratory wellbeing. Vasa is traditionally associated with the respiratory system, while Pippali, Marich and Sunthi are valued in Ayurveda for supporting digestion, helping balance Kapha and promoting healthy respiratory function.
Traditional Ayurvedic Perspective
In Ayurveda, respiratory complaints such as Kasa and Shwasa are often associated with disturbance of Kapha and impaired movement of Vata. Vasadi preparations are traditionally used to support the respiratory channels, promote easier movement of accumulated Kapha and maintain healthy Agni.
Vasa is one of the classical Ayurvedic herbs associated with Kasa and Shwasa, while Pippali, Marich and Sunthi are traditionally used for their Deepana, Pachana and Kapha-balancing properties.
Ayurvedic Actions
- Kaphahara
- Supports healthy Kapha balance and helps reduce excess mucus tendency.
- Shwasahara
- Supports comfortable breathing.
- Deepana
- Helps support digestive fire and appetite.
- Pachana
- Supports digestion and the processing of undigested metabolic residues.
- Srotoshodhana
- Traditionally associated with supporting clear and unobstructed body channels.
Traditionally Used To Support
- Cough and throat discomfort
- Excess mucus and chest congestion
- Occasional breathing discomfort
- Healthy respiratory function
- Kapha-related respiratory imbalance
- Digestive function when respiratory complaints are associated with weak digestion
Composition
- Pippali (Piper longum)
- Marich (Piper nigrum)
- Sunthi (Zingiber officinale)
- Vasa (Adatoda vasaka)
Botanical Profile
Pippali
- Botanical Name
- Piper longum
- Common Name
- Long Pepper / Pippali
- Part Used
- Fruit
Marich
- Botanical Name
- Piper nigrum
- Common Name
- Black Pepper / Marich
- Part Used
- Fruit
Sunthi
- Botanical Name
- Zingiber officinale
- Common Name
- Dry Ginger / Sunthi
- Part Used
- Rhizome
Vasa
- Botanical Name
- Adatoda vasaka
- Common Name
- Malabar Nut / Vasaka / Vasa
- Part Used
- Leaf
Suggested Dosage
Two tablets twice or three times daily, or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.
Storage
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.
Ayurveda References
Classical reference: Yogaratnakara — Shwasa Chikitsa.
A pharmacognostical study of the classical Vasadi Vati describes its use in Tamaka Shwasa and notes the traditional Yogaratnakara formulation. The classical formulation studied contained Vasa, Haridra, Dhanyaka, Guduchi, Bharangi, Pippali, Sunthi, Kantakari and Marich.
Research Highlights
Vasa and respiratory health
A PubMed-indexed clinical review examined different Vasa (Adhatoda vasica) preparations used for Tamaka Shwasa (asthma). The review reported favourable findings for preparations including Vasa Ghana, Vasa Ghrita and Vasa Avaleha, while also noting that the evidence varied by formulation. This research concerns Vasa preparations and is not a clinical trial of the present four ingredient Vasadi Ghana Vati.
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