Amalaka Rasayana
Amalaka Rasayana is a classical Ayurvedic rasayana, a rejuvenative preparation. Ghee base enhances absorption of fat-soluble polyphenols. Honey (added when cool) provides enzymatic enhancement of bioavailability.
| Also known as | Amalaka Rasayana, AmalakaRasayana |
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This entry and amalaki rasayana describe the same drug, Phyllanthus emblica, under different names. Both pages are kept because both names are in use, and each is cited as itself.
Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Amalaka Rasayana |
Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | Amla, Madhura | Primary taste |
| Guna (Quality) | Snigdha | Physical quality |
| Virya (Potency) | Sheeta | Heating/Cooling effect |
| Vipaka (Post-digestive) | Madhura | Post-digestive effect |
Which traditional uses are supported by research?
No published research is cited on this page. 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.
What is it made of?
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Rasayana/Avaleha (semi-solid), Churna form, Capsules (modern)
Standard Dosage: 10-20 g daily, or as per classical text directions.
Optimal Timing: Early morning on empty stomach (Pratah kala, Abhukta)
Storage: Store in glass or food-grade containers in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration recommended for fresh preparations. Temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Marker Compounds: Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), Gallic acid, Ellagic acid, Emblicanin A, Emblicanin B, Chebulagic acid
Vehicle (Anupana): Warm milk or warm water
Synergistic Combinations
- Chyawanprash
- Brahma Rasayana
- Triphala Churna
- Ashwagandha Churna
Reviewed by Dr. Awadesh Pratap Singh, BAMS, on 11 October 2026. What that review covered.
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