Dashamoola Katutraya Kashayam

Names and identification

Language	Name
English	Dashamoola Katutraya Kashayam

Where is it described in the classical texts?

Sahasrayoga, Kasayaprakarana 107, as cited by the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 4:9 (Dasamula Katutraya Kvatha Curna). The formulary lists the ten Dashamoola roots, Sunthi, Marica, Pippali and Vasa in equal parts, and gives its traditional uses as svasa, kasa, parsva ruja, vataroga, trika ruja, prstha ruja and siroruja.

How does it work?

• COX-2 and 5-LOX inhibition by Dashamoola roots provides broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory action
• Bioavailability enhancement by Trikatu (especially Pippali and Maricha) is described as increasing systemic absorption of glycosides
• Vasa (Adhatoda vasica) and Trikatu components are traditionally used to support respiratory function
• The Katutraya (three pungent herbs) is described classically as warming and is traditionally used for chronic Vata-Kapha disorders

Which traditional uses are supported by research?

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

• Chronic arthritis and inflammation: traditionally used for chronic arthritis and inflammation. A randomized controlled clinical study reported reductions in CRP and ESR.
• Respiratory disorders (asthma, chronic cough): traditionally used for asthma and chronic cough. A clinical study reported improvement in a lung function measure.
• Post-natal weakness and recovery: traditionally used for post-natal weakness and recovery.
• Vata-Kapha imbalances with joint and respiratory involvement: used in classical practice for Vata-Kapha imbalances affecting the joints and respiratory system.

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

• The pungent herbs (Trikatu) may aggravate Pitta dosha; use cautiously in hyperacidity and peptic ulcer.
• May potentiate anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant drugs. Monitor closely in patients on concurrent NSAID or blood-thinning therapy.

What is it made of?

The Ayurvedic Formulary of India recipe, every ingredient with its part and quantity, is in the composition table near the top of this page.

Dosage forms and preparation

Dosage Forms: Kashayam (decoction), Kashayam tablet (modern), Concentrated liquid (modern)

Standard Dosage: 15-30 mL or 2 tablets twice daily before meals. The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 4:9 specifies 48 g of the kvatha curna to prepare the decoction, which is a quantity of drug rather than a dose taken, so it is not comparable with the volume above. The formulary attributes this formula to Sahasrayoga, Kasayaprakarana; 107.

Optimal Timing: Before meals, morning and evening

Storage: Fresh: same day use. Concentrates: amber glass at room temperature. Tablets: airtight containers at room temperature.

Marker Compounds: Piperine, 6-Gingerol, Lupeol (from Dashamoola), Marmelosin (from Bilwa root), Solasodine (from Brihati/Kantakari)

Vehicle (Anupana): Warm water (for tablets); taken as is (liquid)

Synergistic Combinations

• Dashamularishta
• Rasnadi Kwath
• Guggulu preparations
• Yogaraja Guggulu