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.
| Also known as | Ardraka Svarasa, ArdrakaSvarasa |
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Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | 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 |
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: Svarasa (fresh juice), Preserved juice (modern), Capsules with dried juice (modern)
Standard Dosage: 5-10 mL twice daily.
Optimal Timing: Before meals for digestive indications; any time for respiratory conditions
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, Zingiberene
Vehicle (Anupana): Honey for respiratory conditions, warm water for digestive conditions
Synergistic Combinations
- Trikatu Churna
- Sitopaladi Churna
- Honey (Madhu)
- Lemon juice
Reviewed by Dr. Awadesh Pratap Singh, BAMS, on 11 October 2026. What that review covered.
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