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Sharapunkha

शरपुङ्खा (Sharapunkha / Bana)

Botanical: Tephrosia purpurea • Common: Wild Indigo / Purple Tephrosia

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Heating)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry), Tikshna (Sharp)

Doshic Action Pacifies Kapha & Vata

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Sharapunkha's leaf venation forms the shape of an arrow tip ('shar'). In classical pathology, it hits spleen and liver congestion like an arrow, dispersing sluggish stagnation and reviving reticuloendothelial immunity.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Splenic Hypertrophy & Portal Hypertension
• Viral Hepatitis & Chronic Jaundice
• Indolent Scrofulous Ulcers & Lymphadenitis
• Kidney Fibrosis & Microalbuminuria Protection

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Avoid high doses in pregnancy.

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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