Agnimukh
Churna is an ayurvedic appetizer and digestive stimulant medicine. It
increases hunger and digestive capacity. It reduces flatulence,
abdominal distension, and intestinal gas. It improves bowel movement and
helps to get a complete bowel evacuation.
It
is used for the treatment of loss of appetite, anorexia, indigestion,
constipation, spleen disorders, non-bleeding hemorrhoid, abdominal pain,
and Vata and Kapha Disorders related to the abdomen.
Ingredients (Composition)
Agnimukh Churna – 1
| Roasted Asafetida (Hing) | 1 Part (12 Grams) |
| Vacha (Sweet Flag) – Acorus Calamus | 2 Parts (24 Grams) |
| Pippali (Long Pepper) – Piper Longum | 3 Parts (36 Grams) |
| Sonth (Ginger Rhizome) – Zingiber Officinale | 4 Parts (48 Grams) |
| Ajwain (Carom Seeds) – Trachyspermum Ammi | 5 Parts (60 Grams) |
| Haritaki or Harad (Chebulic Myrobalan) – Terminalia Chebula | 6 Parts (72 Grams) |
| Chitrakmool - Plumbago Zeylanica | 7 Parts (84 Grams) |
| Kuth or Kushta (Indian Costus Root) – Saussurea Lappa | 8 Parts (96 Grams) |
| Reference: YOGA RATNAKAR, AJEERNA CHIKITSA, AGNIMUKH CHURNA – 1 - 6 | |
Preparation Method
- First, roast Asafetida. Make a powder of it and keep it aside.
- Now, take all other ingredients and grind each of them separately.
- Separate a fine powder of each herb through a mesh sieve.
- Now, measure each ingredient for getting the quantity as prescribed in the formula and mix all ingredients. Roasted Asafetida should be added after mixing all other ingredients.
Ayurvedic Properties
Agnimukh
Churna has USHNA (hot) potency, which means it produces heat in the
body and stimulates secretion of digestive juices. It pacifies Vata Dosha, reduces Kapha Dosha, and increases Pitta Dosha. Therefore, it should be used in patients having Vata and Kapha dominating disease or symptoms.
Medicinal Actions
Agnimukh Churna has following medicinal properties.
- Appetizer
- Antispasmodic
- Digestive stimulant
- Antiflatulent
- Carminative
- Anti-splenomegaly
- Improves feeling to eat food
Therapeutic Indications
Agnimukh Churna is helpful in following health conditions.
- Loss of appetite
- Flatulence
- Bloating or abdominal distension
- Intestinal gas
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Incomplete bowel evacuation
- Spleen disorders
- Non-bleeding hemorrhoid
- Abdominal pain due to gas
Agnimukh Churna Dosage
| Children | 500 mg to 1.5 grams |
| Adults | 3 to 6 grams |
| Maximum Possible Dosage ** | 12 grams per day (in divided doses) |
| ** The maximum dosage of Agnimukh Churna is a general estimate. | |
How to Take Agnimukh Churna
| Doses (how many times should I take it?) | 2 times – Morning & Evening |
| Right Time (When should I take it?) | In cases of anorexia or loss of appetite, should be taken before a meal. It should be taken after a meal in cases of poor digestion, abdominal heaviness, and intestinal gas. |
| Adjuvant | With lukewarm water |
| Treatment Duration (How long should I take it?) | 1 to 3 weeks or as per doctor’s advice |
Safety Profile
Agnimukh Churna is likely safe for individuals with Vata Prakriti and Kapha Prakriti and people having Vata dominating or Kapha dominating symptoms. However, if you have symptoms of increased or aggravated Pitta Dosha, it might not be the suitable remedy.
| Maximum Safe Period for Regular Use | Not Applicable |
| Shelf Life & Expiry | 2 Years |
| Expiration Date (after opening) | Best to consume within 1 to 3 months |
Side Effects of Agnimukh Churna
However,
there are no side effects with Agnimukh Churna when it is used wisely
according to Dosha. If it is used by any individual suffering from
increased Pitta or aggravated Pitta Dosha, he might experience the
following side effects:
- Heartburn
- Burning sensation in abdomen
- Acid reflux
- Vertigo
- Burning sensation around anorectal area during or after defecation
Contraindications
The people with the following health conditions should not use Agnimukh Churna:
- Heartburn
- Acid reflux
- Ulcers
- Epigastric pain and tenderness
- Ulcerative colitis
- Bleeding disorders
- Bleeding piles
- Vertigo
Pregnancy & Lactation
Agnimukh
Churna should not be used during pregnancy. However, lactating mothers
can Agnimukh Churna whenever recommended by an ayurvedic practitioner.
Toxicity
Agnimukh
Churna contains Vacha, which might contain toxic β-asarone. Shuddha
Vacha should be added in Agnimukh Churna because detoxification process
removes the content of β-asarone.
For clarification, also read: Vacha (Acorus Calamus)
Agnimukh Churna’s Second Formula
The
following formula is also named as Agnimukh Churna. It also increases
digestive fire and stimulates metabolism. It is more effective for
abdominal pain.
Ingredient & Composition
Agnimukh Churna – 2
| Jeera (Cumin Seeds) – Cuminum Cyminum | 120 grams |
| Sonth (Ginger Rhizome) – Zingiber Officinale | 60 grams |
| Sendha Namak | 180 grams |
| Kala Namak (Black Salt) | 60 grams |
| Black Pepper (Kali Mirch) – Pepper Nigrum | 60 grams |
| Citric Acid (Nimbu Satva) | 60 grams |
| Peppermint | 1 grams |
Preparation Method
- Roast cumin seeds and keep it aside for further use.
- Now, grind to make powder of each herb including roasted cumin seeds except Citric Acid and Mix all herbs and make a mixture.
- Grind to make powder of citric acid crystals and add it to the herbal mixture prepared in the second
- Now, pestle peppermint in a stone mortar and mix it in the mixture.
- Now, Agnimukh Powder is ready to use. Preserve it in an air-tight glass container.
Uses
This
formulation of Agnimukh Churna is mainly beneficial in abdominal pains,
sour belching, nausea, and excessive salivation. Likewise, Agnimukh
Churna 1, it is also effective for loss of appetite and poor digestion.
Dosage
| Children | 125 to 500 mg |
| Adults | 1 to 4 grams |
| Maximum Possible Dosage ** | 8 grams per day (in divided doses) |
| ** The maximum dosage of Agnimukh Powder - 2 is a general estimate. | |
How to Take Agnimukh Churna
| Doses (how many times should I take it?) | 2 times – Morning & Evening |
| Right Time (When should I take it?) | After Meal |
| Adjuvant | With lukewarm water |
| Treatment Duration (How long should I take it?) | 3 to 7 days or as per doctor’s advice |
