# Dhanwantaram Gutika

> Dhanwantaram Gutika is a classical Ayurvedic vati, a herbal tablet or pill. Multi-herb combination provides broad-spectrum activity. Bhavana with kashayas enhances potency through phytochemical impregnation. Optimal Timing: Before meals or as directed, typically for Vata disorders Shelf Life: 3 years (herbal only), 5 years (with Bhasma) from date of manufacture Storage: Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place.

## Names and identification

| Language | Name |
|----------|------|
| English | [Dhanwantaram Gutika](/formulation/dhanwantaram-gutika/) |

## Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)

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

## What is it made of?

### Mineral/Elemental Profile

- **Primary component:** Mineral-derived preparation
- **Note:** Composition varies by specific preparation method

**Analytical Methods:** XRD, ICP-OES, SEM-EDS

## Dosage forms and preparation

**Dosage Forms:** Gutika (pill/tablet), Modern compressed tablet, Capsule (modern)

**Standard Dosage:** 1-2 tablets (250-500 mg each) twice daily, as per Ashtanga Hridayam/Sahasrayogam

**Bioavailability:** Gutika form provides controlled oral release. Multi-herb combination provides broad-spectrum activity. Bhavana with kashayas enhances potency through phytochemical impregnation.

**Optimal Timing:** Before meals or as directed, typically for Vata disorders

**Shelf Life:** 3 years (herbal only), 5 years (with Bhasma) from date of manufacture

**Storage:** Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place. Temperature not exceeding 30°C.

**Marker Compounds:** Withanolide A (from [Ashwagandha](/herb/ashwagandha/)), [Ephedrine](/glossary/compounds-d-g/#ephedrine) (from [Bala](/herb/bala/)), Beta-[sitosterol](/glossary/compounds-q-t/#sitosterol), [Lupeol](/reference/lupeol/) (from [Dashamoola](/herb/dashamoola/))

**Quality Parameters:** Weight variation (±5%), hardness, friability (<1%), disintegration time, moisture (<6%), HPTLC fingerprint for key markers, heavy metals, microbial limits. If Bhasma-containing: additional Bhasma quality tests

**Vehicle (Anupana):** Warm water or warm milk

### Synergistic Combinations

- [Dhanwantaram Thailam](/formulation/dhanwantaram-thailam/)
- [Dhanwantaram Kashayam](/formulation/dhanwantaram-kashayam/)
- [Balarishta](/formulation/balarishta/)
- [Dashamularishta](/formulation/dashamularishta/)

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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.