A CRITICAL REVIEW OF PHALTRIKADI KWATH WSR TO LIVER DISORDERS
Dr. Vipin Kumar*
ABSTRACT
In Ayurvedic Classics a number of single drugs and formulations have been mentioned for treatment of liver disorders. Phalatrikadi Kwath/ decoction is one of the important and prestigious formulation, which is successfully used from the ancient period. Aim: The main aim of this review study to know the pharmacological action of this formula on the level of dosha (physiological entity of our body), bhutagni as we know that liver is the main seat of the bhutagni and positive role of Phaltrikadi kwath in treatment/avoiding harmful effects of so many agents as drugs, chemicals, toxins and alcohol. Due to the properties like - Pitta, Kapha-shamaka, Yakriduttejaka, Shothahara, Pandurogahar, Rechan, Deepan etc. Kwath of Triphala (Hareetaki, Vibheetaki and Amalaki), Amrita, Nimba, Tikta (Katuki), Vasa, and Kiratattikta (Bhunimb) taken with honey pacify the koshthashrit kamala and Pandu.
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