Soubhagya Shunthi
Soubhagya Shunthi is a compound formulation of several ingredients. 6-Shogaol (formed during drying of fresh ginger) is more bioavailable than 6-gingerol. The compound formulation 'Soubhagya Shunthi' includes multiple ingredients that provide mutual bioenhancement.
| Substance type | Compound formulation of several ingredients, not a single plant |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Soubhagya Shunthi, SoubhagyaShunthi |
Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Soubhagya Shunthi |
Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | Katu | Primary taste |
| Guna (Quality) | Laghu, Snigdha | Physical quality |
| Virya (Potency) | Ushna | 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 (compound powder), Vati (tablet), Capsule, Granules
Standard Dosage: 1-3 g compound powder twice daily with warm water or milk; 500 mg tablet/capsule twice daily after meals; specific dosing per classical text formulation
Bioavailability: Gingerols and shogaols (from Shunthi/ginger base) show good oral bioavailability (35-55%). 6-Shogaol (formed during drying of fresh ginger) is more bioavailable than 6-gingerol. The compound formulation ‘Soubhagya Shunthi’ includes multiple ingredients that provide mutual bioenhancement. Piperine (if included) enhances absorption of other components by 1.5-3x via P-glycoprotein and CYP3A4 inhibition.
Optimal Timing: Before meals for antiemetic action; with warm milk after meals for postpartum nourishment; as directed by Ayurvedic practitioner for pregnancy support
Standardized Extract: Compound churna standardized to NLT 1.5% total gingerols + shogaols (as 6-gingerol equivalents by HPLC); individual ingredient identification by HPTLC fingerprint
Shelf Life: 24 months for compound churna; 36 months for tablets and capsules
Storage: Store below 25 deg C in airtight containers. Ginger-based preparations are somewhat hygroscopic — RH <55%. Protect from light and moisture.
Marker Compounds: 6-Gingerol, 6-Shogaol, Piperine (if formulation includes Pippali), Volatile oil content (from Shunthi), Individual ingredient markers per formulation composition
Extraction Methods
- Traditional Churna preparation (drying, powdering, and precise mixing of multiple ingredients per text proportion)
- Not typically extracted — used as compound powder formulation
- Individual ingredient extraction for standardized capsule formulation
Synergistic Combinations
- This IS a synergistic compound formulation — Shunthi (ginger) is the base combined with specific adjuncts for Soubhagya (auspiciousness/well-being during pregnancy)
- Pippali (digestive and bioenhancer synergy)
- Nagakeshara (antiemetic-hemostatic combination)
- Ela (carminative and flavor enhancement)
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