Sitopaladi Churna
Cough, cold, bronchitis, mild fever, loss of appetite due to respiratory illness.
- Common name
- Sitopaladi Churna
- Latin botanical
- Powder
- Form
- Herb / Powder (Choorna)
- Category tags
- FormulationPowder
Ingredients
Mishri (rock sugar) · Vamshalochana · Pippali · Cardamom · Cinnamon
Overview & dosha effects
Cough, cold, bronchitis, mild fever, loss of appetite due to respiratory illness.
Traditional uses
The following are traditional Ayurvedic uses documented in classical texts and modern materia medica — not therapeutic claims for the treatment of disease.
- ·Traditionally used for cough, cold, bronchitis, mild fever, loss of appetite due to respiratory illness.[1]
How it is taken
1/2 tsp with honey or ghee, 2–3 times daily.
Classical text references
- [1]Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu
Described in the classical Ayurvedic materia medica of Bhāvamiśra (16th c.) with rasa, guṇa, vīrya, vipāka and traditional indications.
- [2]Dhanvantari Nighaṇṭu
Referenced in this classical dravyaguṇa compendium among named formulary herbs.
- [3]Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India
Modern government-endorsed pharmacopoeia (Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India) publishing quality standards and traditional uses.
Modern research
Contemporary clinical and pharmacological reviews (see references) explore Sitopaladi Churna's role in the areas where Ayurveda has traditionally used it. Evidence quality varies; treat single studies with caution and prefer systematic reviews.
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Safety notes — read before use
As with all traditional herbs, avoid in active flare-ups of the condition you're treating and in anyone with a known allergy to the plant family. Stop and seek medical advice if you develop rash, breathing changes, swelling, digestive upset or any new symptom after starting.
- ✕Generally safe. Diabetics should use under guidance (contains rock sugar).
Do not use in pregnancy or while breastfeeding without direct supervision by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner and your GP or obstetrician. Many Ayurvedic herbs have not been studied in pregnancy and traditional cautions apply.
May interact with prescription medications — especially blood thinners, blood pressure and diabetes medications, sedatives, thyroid hormones, immunosuppressants and drugs metabolised by the liver. Always share a complete list of herbs and supplements with your doctor and pharmacist.
Specific to Sitopaladi Churna: Generally safe. Diabetics should use under guidance (contains rock sugar).
Patch-test or trial a small dose first; discontinue if any reaction occurs.
This is educational information, not a prescription. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner (vaidya) and your GP before starting any herb, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, under 18, over 65, take prescription medication, have a chronic condition or are scheduled for surgery.
References
- [1]Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu — Described in the classical Ayurvedic materia medica of Bhāvamiśra (16th c.) with rasa, guṇa, vīrya, vipāka and traditional indications.
- [2]Dhanvantari Nighaṇṭu — Referenced in this classical dravyaguṇa compendium among named formulary herbs.
- [3]Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India — Modern government-endorsed pharmacopoeia (Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India) publishing quality standards and traditional uses.
- [4]Ayurvedic Formulary of India · Churna ↗
- [5]PubMed · Sitopaladi for upper respiratory tract ↗
