# Ardraka Svarasa

> Ardraka Svarasa is a classical Ayurvedic svarasa, a fresh plant juice. 6-Gingerol is absorbed rapidly with peak plasma levels at 1-2 hours. Fresh juice retains volatile compounds that enhance absorption and first-pass metabolism modulation.

## Names and identification

| Language | Name |
|----------|------|
| English | [Ardraka Svarasa](/formulation/ardraka-svarasa/) |

## Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)

| Property | Value | Description |
|----------|-------|-------------|
| **Rasa** (Taste) | Katu | Primary taste |
| **Guna** (Quality) | Laghu, Tikshna | Physical quality |
| **Virya** (Potency) | Ushna | Heating/Cooling effect |
| **Vipaka** (Post-digestive) | Madhura | Post-digestive effect |

## What is it made of?

### Mineral/Elemental Profile

- **Primary component:** Mercury-based preparation (Parada) with herbal processing
- **Note:** Restricted use — requires strict Shodhana protocols and expert supervision

**Analytical Methods:** AAS/ICP-MS (heavy metals), XRD, Namburi phased spot test

## Dosage forms and preparation

**Dosage Forms:** Svarasa (fresh juice), Preserved juice (modern), Capsules with dried juice (modern)

**Standard Dosage:** 5-10 mL twice daily, as per AFI

**Bioavailability:** Svarasa (fresh juice) provides highest bioavailability of gingerols compared to dried forms. 6-[Gingerol](/glossary/compounds-d-g/#gingerol) is absorbed rapidly with peak plasma levels at 1-2 hours. Fresh juice retains volatile compounds that enhance absorption and first-pass metabolism modulation.

**Optimal Timing:** Before meals for digestive indications; any time for respiratory conditions

**Shelf Life:** Same day use (fresh), 6 months (preserved with [citric acid](/glossary/compounds-c-d/#citric-acidcitric-acid)/sodium benzoate), 2 years (spray-dried powder in capsules)

**Storage:** Fresh: use immediately or refrigerate at 2-8°C for up to 24 hours. Preserved: amber glass bottles at room temperature. Capsules: airtight containers at room temperature.

**Marker Compounds:** 6-Gingerol, 8-Gingerol, 10-Gingerol, 6-Shogaol, [Zingerone](/glossary/compounds-t-z/#zingerone), [Zingiberene](/glossary/compounds-t-z/#zingiberene)

**Quality Parameters:** pH (5.0-6.5), total solids, volatile oil content, gingerol content by HPLC (NLT 1% 6-gingerol in fresh juice), total phenolics, microbial limits, heavy metals, pesticide residues, clarity

**Vehicle (Anupana):** Honey for respiratory conditions, warm water for digestive conditions

### Synergistic Combinations

- [Trikatu](/herb/trikatu/) Churna
- [Sitopaladi Churna](/formulation/sitopaladi-churna/)
- Honey ([Madhu](/herb/madhu/))
- Lemon juice

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## Sources

- Amidha Ayurveda Herb Database (700+ herbs, CC-BY-4.0)
- Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India

Published by Age Ayurveda in the Nighantu. Educational reference only, not medical advice.
Incorporates material from the Amidha Ayurveda Herb Database under CC BY 4.0.