Sudarshan Churna – Benefits, Usage, Indications and Dosage

Reference: Ayurved Sar Sangrah, Churna Prakarna

Introduction

Sudarshan churna is an Ayurvedic formulation. It aids in treating fever due to various reasons. It induces gentle perspiration, which helps reduce body temperature naturally. With its diuretic properties, it also promotes increased urination, aiding the elimination of toxins from the body. Traditionally used for treating different types of fevers, including malaria.This formulation helps in removing toxic substances from the blood. Sudarshan churna helps in enhancing appetite and digestion. It also protects the body against foreign bodies and has antioxidant properties.

Ingredients

  • Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis)
  • Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
  • Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica)
  • Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
  • Daruhaldi (Berberis aristata)
  • Badi Kateri (Solanum indicum)
  • Choti Kateri (Solanum surattense)
  • Kachura (Curcuma zeodaria)
  • Saunth (Zingiber officinalis)
  • Black pepper (Piper nigrum)
  • Peepal (Ficus religiosa)
  • Long pepper root (Piper longum)
  • Murva (Chonemorpha macrophylla)
  • Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia)
  • Yavasa (Alhagi camelorum)
  • Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
  • Pittpapda (Fumaria indica)
  • Nagarmotha (Cyperus scariosus)
  • Traymana (Gentiana kurroo)
  • Netravala (Pavonia odorata)
  • Neem (Azadirachta indica)
  • Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa)
  • Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
  • Kuda (Hippocampus kuda)
  • Carom seeds (Trachyspermum ammi)
  • Indrayava (Holarrhena antidysentrica)
  • Bharangi (Clerodendrum serratum)
  • Moringa/Drumstick plant (Moringa oleifera)
  • Purified alum (Potassium alum)
  • Vacha (Acorus calamus)
  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
  • Padmaka (Prunus cerasoides)
  • Khas (Chrysopogon zizanioides)
  • Sandalwood (Santalum album)
  • Atees (Aconitum heterophyllum)
  • Kharenti (Sida cordifolia)
  • Shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum)
  • Prishnaparni (Uraria picta)
  • Vaya Vidanga (Embelia ribes)
  • Tagar (Valeriana wallichii)
  • Chitrakmool (Plumbago zeylanica)
  • Devdaru (Cedrus deodara)
  • Chavya (Piper retrofractum)
  • Patol patra (Trichosanthes dioica)
  • Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata)
  • Karanj seeds (Millettia pinnata)
  • Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum)
  • Vanshlochan (Bamboo manna)
  • Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)
  • Kakoli (Lilium polyphyllum)
  • Rock candy
  • Tejapatra (Cinnamomum tamala)
  • Taalispatra (Abies webbiana)
  • Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)

Method of Preparation

Grind all the ingredients separately to make a fine powder and combine them. Store them in an airtight container away from heat, light and moisture.

Dosage

3 to 6 grams twice a day with hot water.

Indications

  • Malaria
  • Typhoid fever
  • Loss of appetite
  • Chronic fevers
  • Acute fevers
  • Headache
  • Fever related to spleen & liver problems
  • Bodyache
  • Cough & cold

Contraindications

  • There are no known adverse effects of this formulation.
  • Over dosage is strictly discouraged.
  • It should be taken under medical supervision.