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Chirayata

किराततिक्त (Kiratatikta / Chirayata)

Botanical: Swertia chirata • Common: Chirata / Bitter Stick

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Tikta (Extremely Bitter)

Virya (Potency)

Sheeta (Cooling)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry)

Doshic Action Pacifies Pitta & Kapha

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Kiratatikta is famous in classical literature as the bitterest of all Ayurvedic herbs and the unrivaled king of antipyretics. It penetrates deep into bone marrow and liver tissue to eradicate hidden fevers.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Malarial, Typhoid & Intermittent Recurrent Fevers (Vishamajvara)
• Type 2 Diabetes Glucose Spikes Modulation
• Severe Skin Rashes, Boils & Toxic Blood Impurities
• Foundation of Classical Sudarshana Churna

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Extremely bitter taste may cause transient nausea in delicate palates.

Statutory Health Disclaimer: The botanical and energetic descriptions provided on this page are for classical educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional clinical medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. Consult a qualified, registered Ayurvedic doctor before introducing therapeutic dosages.

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