Abstract

KAMADUDHA RASA AN EFFECTIVE AYURVEDIC FORMULATION FOR AMLA PITTA (HYPERACIDITY/ACID PEPTIC DISORDER)- A REVIEW

Vd. Vivek Chandurkar*

Abstract

Amlapitta, or hyperacidity, is a prevalent and troublesome illness that can lead to severe issues if untreated. Its symptoms closely resemble gastritis or hyperacidity. The primary cause is the increased activity of the body’s Pitta Dosha. When Pitta’s Katu Rasa transforms into Amla Rasa and its Dravata increases, it leads to Amlapitta. Junk food consumption, which causes 50% of gastrointestinal tract disorders, is a significant contributor. For normal digestion, a balance between Pachak Pitta, Kledak Kapha, and Saman Vayu is essential, with Pachak Pitta playing a vital role. In Amlapitta, due to certain causes, Tridosha – Prakop occurs, especially the Amla and Drava Guna of Pitta, leading to Agnimandya and subsequently Amlapitta. Symptoms include indigestion (Avipaka), sour belching (Amlodgara), heartburn (Hrid-Kanta Daha), and loss of appetite (Aruchi). Kamadudha Rasa is an essential medication for Amlapitta. This review paper aims to provide a scientifically sound explanation of its mechanism of action. Rasaushadhis, which are mineral and herbomineral Ayurvedic medicines, offer benefits like longer shelf life and better therapeutic efficacy at low doses. Kamadudha Rasa, mentioned in Rasendrasara, is one such medicine. It is prepared from seven different Bhasmas (calcined preparations). These unique dosage forms are highly effective in treating Amlapitta by balancing the aggravated Pitta Dosha and restoring normal digestive functions.

Keywords: Hyperacidity, Kamadudha Rasa, Amlapitta, Agnimandya, Pitta dosha, Rasaushadhis, Acid Peptic Disorder.