Avipattikar Churna
Avipattikar Churna is a classical Ayurvedic churna, a fine herbal powder. Listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI) Part I. Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Amlapitta Rogadhikara). Also referenced in Sharangdhara Samhita and Chakradatta. The Ayurvedic Formulary of India (Part I, entry 7:2) lists 14 ingredients, beginning with Sunthi, Marica, Pippali and Haritaki.
| Also known as | Avipattikar Churna, AvipattikarChurna |
|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeia status | Listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI) Part I. |
Composition
As given in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 7:2 (AVIPATTIKARA CURNA), which cites Bhaisajyaratnavali, Amlapittadhikara; 24-25.. Names, parts and quantities are transcribed as printed and checked row by row against the book. Manufacturers' versions of a classical formulation can differ from the formulary.
| # | Ingredient | Part | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunthi | rhizome | 1 part |
| 2 | Marica * | fruit | 1 part |
| 3 | Pippali | fruit | 1 part |
| 4 | Haritaki | pericarp | 1 part |
| 5 | Bibhitaka | pericarp | 1 part |
| 6 | Amalaki | pericarp | 1 part |
| 7 | Musta | rhizome | 1 part |
| 8 | Vida (vida lavana) | 1 part | |
| 9 | Vidanga | fruit | 1 part |
| 10 | Ela (stksmaila) | seed | 1 part |
| 11 | Patra (tejapatra) | leaf | 1 part |
| 12 | Lavanga | flower bud | 11 parts |
| 13 | Trivrt * | root | 44 parts |
| 14 | Sarkara | 66 parts |
* The scanned text was damaged at this row and the name was read from the entry's own Sanskrit verse.
The Formulary gives the dose as 3 to 6 g, with anupana, the vehicle it is taken with, of honey, water, milk. This is what the Formulary records for the classical preparation. It is not a dose for any product, and not advice to take anything.
The evidence at a glance
1paper on this site for this drug, every one with a DOI.
- 1Laboratory and animal studies
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Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Avipattikar Churna |
Where is it described in the classical texts?
Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Amlapitta Rogadhikara). Also referenced in Sharangdhara Samhita and Chakradatta. Described as a premier formulation for Amlapitta (hyperacidity) in classical Ayurvedic literature.
How does it work?
- NF-kB signaling pathway suppression: Studies have reported reduced TNF-alpha and IL-6 levels and decreased inflammatory cell infiltration.
- Proton pump inhibition: Active compounds may inhibit gastric H+/K+ ATPase, reducing acid secretion.
- Antioxidant cytoprotection: Quercetin, ellagic acid, and other polyphenols protect gastric mucosa from oxidative damage.
- Carminative and laxative action: Trivrit (Operculina turpethum) provides mild purgative effect; Trikatu stimulates digestive fire (Agni).
Which traditional uses are supported by research?
These summaries come from the source notes, which do not name the studies behind them.
- Hyperacidity and peptic ulcer: traditionally used for hyperacidity and peptic ulcer. Studies have reported anti-ulcer activity comparable to ranitidine, along with activity on the NF-kB pathway.
- Constipation: traditionally used for constipation. Its Trivrit and Triphala components are traditionally regarded as mild laxatives.
- Digestive fire: traditionally used to strengthen digestive fire. Its Trikatu component is traditionally regarded as carminative.
- Gastric mucosal protection: traditionally used to protect the stomach lining. Studies have reported antioxidant and cytoprotective activity.
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
- Generally well-tolerated with no serious adverse effects reported in clinical studies. May cause diarrhea in individuals with sensitive stomachs or high tendency for loose motions.
- Contains sugar (Sharkara) as an ingredient; patients with diabetes should consult their doctor before use.
- Not recommended during pregnancy. No reported drug interactions, but should be used under medical supervision for prolonged periods.
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Churna (fine powder), Tablets (modern), Capsules (modern)
Standard Dosage: 3-6 g twice daily, as given in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 7:2. The formulary’s anupana: honey, water, milk. The formulary attributes this formula to Bhaisajyaratnavali, Amlapittadhikara; 24-25.
Optimal Timing: After meals or at bedtime, especially for Amlapitta (hyperacidity)
Storage: Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture (hygroscopic due to sugar). Temperature not exceeding 30°C. Use desiccant in packaging.
Marker Compounds: Piperine, Embelin, Operculin (from Trivrit), Eugenol (from Lavanga), 1,8-Cineole (from Ela), Gallic acid
Vehicle (Anupana): Honey, water or milk
Synergistic Combinations
- Kamadudha Rasa
- Praval Pishti
- Shatavari Churna
- Yashtimadhu Churna
What manufacturers publish about this preparation
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The formulary entry above fixes the ingredients and the quantity of each. Whether you can check a particular product against it depends on what its manufacturer publishes. Of the 4 companies surveyed that sell a product under this name, this is what their pages carried when they were read on 8 October 2026.
| Company | What its product page publishes |
|---|---|
| Baidyanath | Neither an ingredient list nor quantities |
| Maharishi Ayurveda | Neither an ingredient list nor quantities |
| Patanjali Ayurved | An ingredient list, without quantities |
| Shree Dhootapapeshwar | Ingredients and the quantity of each |
This measures what each company publishes, not the quality of anything it makes. A company that publishes nothing here may make an excellent preparation, and the label in the box is a separate, regulated surface that is not what was read. What disclosure changes is whether a reader, a pharmacist or an answer engine can check a product against the formulary entry it claims.
Method, the full counts across every company surveyed, and what this measurement got wrong the first time: which manufacturers publish what is in the bottle. The URL of every page read is recorded in brand-disclosure.json. If a row here is wrong, including where the correction favours a company other than ours, tell us and we will fix it and say that we did. How the same companies' stated doses compare with the formulary dose, preparation by preparation: Ayurvedic company doses against the Ayurvedic Formulary of India.
Published research
Literature indexed in PubMed that concerns this subject, grouped by study type. A paper appearing here is a record of what has been published, not evidence that the subject works, and laboratory or animal results do not transfer to people. Study titles link to PubMed so you can read the source rather than take our word.
Laboratory and animal studies1
- 2013. Evaluation of anti-secretory and anti-ulcerogenic activities of avipattikar churna on the peptic ulcers in experimental ratsJournal of clinical and diagnostic research : JCDR. PMID 23905120 · doi:10.7860/JCDR/2013/5309.3058
Reviewed by Dr. Awadesh Pratap Singh, BAMS, on 11 October 2026. What that review covered.
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