Lavangadi Vati
Lavangadi Vati is a classical Ayurvedic vati, a herbal tablet or pill. 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.
| Also known as | Lavangadi Vati, LavangadiVati |
|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeia status | Listed in Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI) Part I; individual ingredients (Syzygium aromaticum, Piper longum, Terminalia bellirica) monographed in Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) Part I; classified as OTC Ayurvedic medicine |
Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Lavangadi Vati |
Where is it described in the classical texts?
Sharangdhara Samhita (Madhyama Khanda); also described in Bhaishajya Ratnavali (Kasa/Shwasa Chikitsa - cough and respiratory disorder sections) and Yoga Ratnakara
How does it work?
- Expectorant and mucolytic: Eugenol from Lavanga (clove) and warming herbs dilute thick mucus in the lungs, soothe airways, and facilitate expectoration of respiratory secretions
- Anti-inflammatory throat and lung action: Combined eugenol, gingerols, and piperine reduce inflammation in the throat, bronchi, and lung tissue, easing pain and preventing pus formation
- Antimicrobial defense: Eugenol, piperine, and catechins from Khadira provide broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against respiratory pathogens (Streptococcus mutans, Staphylococcus aureus)
- Kapha dissolution: Hot potency (Ushna Virya) of Trikatu and clove targets Kapha imbalances in the respiratory tract, easing cough, cold, and congestion
- Immunomodulatory action: Combined ingredients demonstrate antiallergic and immunomodulatory properties, supporting immune defense against respiratory infections
Which traditional uses are supported by research?
- Cough and respiratory infection management validated through demonstrated antimicrobial activity against S. mutans and S. aureus and immunomodulatory properties
- Throat irritation and sore throat relief validated through demulcent, anti-inflammatory, and expectorant mechanisms
- Oral health (dental pain, oral infections) validated through eugenol’s well-established analgesic and antimicrobial properties
- Kapha-related respiratory congestion validated through mucolytic and warming mechanisms of combined heating ingredients
What do recent clinical trials show?
3 further claims previously listed here could not be traced to a published paper and have been removed. 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 safe for oral use as a lozenge; may cause mild gastric warmth or irritation in Pitta-predominant individuals; avoid in patients with gastric ulcer or hyperacidity
- Not recommended during pregnancy in medicinal doses; caution in young children with clove and pepper content; discontinue if oral mucosal irritation occurs; Acacia arabica may cause constipation in some individuals
What is it made of?
Key Active Markers
- Derived from constituent herbs (see individual herb profiles)
- Standardized on primary bioactive markers
Analytical Methods: HPLC fingerprinting, TLC (identity), LC-MS/MS (marker quantification)
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Vati (pill/tablet), Capsule
Standard Dosage: 1-2 tablets to dissolve in mouth
Bioavailability: Tablet/pill form provides controlled disintegration; some vatis use honey/guggulu as bioenhancing binders
Optimal Timing: Before or after meals as indicated
Shelf Life: 2 years per ASU guidelines for vati
Storage: Airtight container, cool dry place, protected from moisture
Marker Compounds: Eugenol, Cineole
Quality Parameters: Weight variation ±5%, disintegration <30 min, friability <1%, marker: Eugenol, Cineole
Vehicle (Anupana): Warm water or as specified
Synergistic Combinations
Composition
As given in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 12:26 (LAVANGADI VATI), which cites Vaidyajivanam, kasasvasacikitsa, 7.. 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 | Lavanga * | 1 part | |
| 2 | Marica * | fruit | 1 part |
| 3 | Aksaphala (bibhitaka) | pericarp | 1 part |
| 4 | Khadirasara (khadira) | heart wood | 3 parts |
| 5 | Babbula kasaya (babbula) * | stem bark | illegible |
Cells marked illegible are damaged in the source scan. The ingredient name is shown where it was readable, and nothing is inferred to fill a gap.
* The scanned text was damaged at this row and the name was read from the entry's own Sanskrit verse.
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