# Dhatupaushtik Churna

> Dhatupaushtik Churna is a classical Ayurvedic churna, a fine herbal powder. Fine particle size ensures rapid dissolution. Multiple adaptogenic herbs provide synergistic bioactivity. Optimal Timing: Before bedtime with warm milk, or morning on empty stomach for Rasayana effect Shelf Life: 2 years from date of manufacture as per ASU guidelines for Churna Storage: Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place.

## Names and identification

| Language | Name |
|----------|------|
| English | [Dhatupaushtik Churna](/formulation/dhatupaushtik-churna/) |

## Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)

| Property | Value | Description |
|----------|-------|-------------|
| **Rasa** (Taste) | Madhura | Primary taste |
| **Guna** (Quality) | Guru, Snigdha | Physical quality |
| **Virya** (Potency) | Sheeta | Heating/Cooling effect |
| **Vipaka** (Post-digestive) | Madhura | 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:** Churna (fine powder), Capsules (modern), Tablets (modern)

**Standard Dosage:** 3-6 g twice daily with warm milk, as per classical texts/AFI

**Bioavailability:** Administration with warm milk (lipid + protein vehicle) enhances absorption of steroidal [saponins](/reference/saponins/) and [withanolides](/glossary/compounds-t-z/#withanolides). Fine particle size ensures rapid dissolution. Multiple [adaptogenic](/reference/adaptogenic/) herbs provide synergistic bioactivity.

**Optimal Timing:** Before bedtime with warm milk, or morning on empty stomach for [Rasayana](/reference/rasayana/) effect

**Shelf Life:** 2 years from date of manufacture as per ASU guidelines for Churna

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

**Marker Compounds:** Withanolide A, Withaferin A, Shatavarin IV, L-DOPA (from Mucuna, within safe limits), Saponins (from Musali), [Protodioscin](/glossary/compounds-o-q/#protodioscin) (from [Gokshura](/herb/gokshura/))

**Quality Parameters:** Loss on drying (<8%), total ash, acid-insoluble ash, particle size (pass sieve #85), withanolides from [Ashwagandha](/herb/ashwagandha/) by HPLC, saponin content from Musali, total [alkaloids](/glossary/compounds-1-a/#alkaloids), HPTLC fingerprint, microbial limits, heavy metals, aflatoxins

**Vehicle (Anupana):** Warm milk with ghee and sugar/honey

### Synergistic Combinations

- [Ashwagandharishta](/formulation/ashwagandharishta/)
- Musali Pak
- Shilajatu
- [Chyawanprash](/formulation/chyawanprash/)

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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.