Agnitundi Vati

Names and identification

Language	Name
English	Agnitundi Vati

Where is it described in the classical texts?

Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Agnimandyadirogadhikara, the source cited by the AFI); also described in Yoga Ratnakara (Agnimandya/Ajirna Chikitsa) and Rasendra Sara Sangraha

How does it work?

• Digestive fire kindling (Agni Deepana): Trikatu and Chitraka stimulate gastric acid and digestive enzyme secretion; Katu Rasa (pungent taste) directly stimulates Jatharagni
• Carminative action: Hing (Ferula asafoetida) is a potent carminative reducing flatulence by calming Annavaha Srotas (digestive channels) and preventing gas accumulation
• Ama mobilization: Ushna Virya (hot potency) penetrates deep tissues (Dhatus) to mobilize and digest accumulated metabolic toxins (Ama)
• Antispasmodic effect: Pharmacological studies have reported antispasmodic properties for the ingredients
• Vata-Kapha correction: The formulation normalizes Vata (gas, bloating) and Kapha (heaviness, sluggish digestion) doshas in the digestive tract through hot, sharp, and dry qualities

Which traditional uses are supported by research?

These summaries come from the source notes, which do not name the studies behind them.

• Traditionally used for non-ulcer dyspepsia. A clinical study reported a reduction in symptoms.
• Traditionally used for flatulence and bloating. Pharmacological studies have reported carminative and antispasmodic properties.
• Agnimandya (digestive impairment): traditionally used to correct impaired digestion.
• Ama Pachana (toxin digestion): used in classical practice to digest accumulated toxins, an action traditionally attributed to its hot potency.

What do recent studies show?

No study for this section could be traced to a published paper. Classical formulations are researched largely in journals that PubMed does not index, so an absence here reflects the reach of the index rather than the state of the evidence.

Recent safety updates

• Contains purified heavy metals (Hingula/cinnabar) and toxic materials (Vatsanabha/aconite) - must be taken STRICTLY under qualified Ayurvedic physician supervision; self-medication dangerous; not for OTC use
• Contraindicated in pregnancy, lactation, and children below 7 years; avoid in Pitta-predominant conditions, gastric ulcer, and gastric hyperacidity; short-term therapeutic use only; long-term use requires periodic monitoring of mercury levels and organ function

Dosage forms and preparation

Dosage Forms: Vati (tablet), Modern compressed tablet

Standard Dosage: 125-250 mg twice daily before meals, as given in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 12:1. The formulary’s anupana: lime juice, warm water. The formulary attributes this formula to Bhaisajyaratnavali, Agnimandyadirogadhikara; 117-118.

Optimal Timing: Before meals (Bhojana-purva), preferably 30 minutes before lunch and dinner

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in airtight glass or HDPE containers. Protect from moisture and light. Temperature not exceeding 30°C.

Marker Compounds: Piperine, 6-Gingerol, Ferulic acid (from Hingu)

Vehicle (Anupana): Lime juice or warm water

Synergistic Combinations

• Hingwashtak Churna
• Shankha Vati
• Lavanbhaskar Churna
• Chitrakadi Vati