Bhumi Jambuka
Bhumi Jambuka is a substance used in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Limited modern dosage standardization—follow traditional Vaidya guidance. Bioavailability: Limited modern pharmacokinetic data available. Traditional preparations use honey or warm water as vehicles to enhance absorption.
| Also known as | Bhumi Jambuka, BhumiJambuka |
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Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Bhumi Jambuka |
Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | 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: Churna (powder), Kashayam (decoction), Swarasa (fresh juice), Capsule, Lepa (paste)
Standard Dosage: 3-6g powder twice daily; 10-20ml fresh juice; 50-100ml decoction. Limited modern dosage standardization—follow traditional Vaidya guidance.
Bioavailability: Limited modern pharmacokinetic data available. Traditional preparations use honey or warm water as vehicles to enhance absorption. Mucilaginous content may provide sustained-release characteristics. Phenolic compounds likely undergo glucuronidation and sulfation in hepatic first-pass. Note: this is a less-studied herb requiring further pharmacokinetic investigation.
Optimal Timing: Before meals with warm water or honey; fresh juice early morning on empty stomach
Standardized Extract: Whole plant aqueous extract 10:1 ratio. Standardization parameters require further development due to limited phytochemical characterization.
Shelf Life: 18 months (powder); 2 years (capsule/tablet)
Storage: Cool, dry place in airtight containers. Protect from moisture and light.
Marker Compounds: Beta-sitosterol, Lupeol, Gallic acid, Flavonoid glycosides, Phenolic acids
Extraction Methods
- Aqueous decoction (traditional method)
- Hydroalcoholic extraction (50:50)
- Cold maceration for mucilage-rich fractions
- Fresh juice extraction
Synergistic Combinations
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