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Pushkarmoola

पुष्करमूल (Pushkarmoola / Paushkara)

Botanical: Inula racemosa • Common: Elecampane / Indian Elecampane

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Tikta (Bitter), Katu (Pungent)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Heating)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Tikshna (Sharp)

Doshic Action Pacifies Vata & Kapha

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Acharya Charaka designates Pushkarmoola as the supreme drug for Parshvashoola (lateral chest and pleuritic pain) and cardiac asthma. Containing alantolactone, it acts as a coronary vasodilator and bronchodilator.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Angina Pectoris, Precordial Chest Distress & Ischemic Pain (Hridshoola)
• Severe Bronchial Spasms, Emphysema & Chronic Dyspnea
• Insulin Sensitivity Optimization in Diabetic Cardiac Patients
• Classical Charaka Pair with Guggulu for Atherosclerosis

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Heating in nature; monitor in severe Pitta-dominant palpitations.

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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