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Planet Ayurveda Agnitundi Vati – Ayurvedic Medicine for Strong Digestion & Metabolism

ABSTRACT

In the present era, digestive disorders such as Agnimandya (a weakened digestive fire) are prevalent across all age groups, resulting from impaired digestive fire (Agni) that leads to toxin accumulation (Ama) and complications like fever associated with indigestion (Amajvara). Ayurveda attributes these to Vata and Kapha dosha aggravation with channel obstruction and metabolic disturbances. Agnitundi Vati, a classical herbo-mineral formulation, features Ushna (hot potency), Tikshna (penetrating action), Lekhana (scraping), and Deepana (appetizer) properties to effectively balance both doshas, kindle digestive fire, and eliminate Ama (endotoxins). It comprises equal proportions of purified minerals, alkaline ashes, salts, and select herbs triturated with citrus fruit juice for enhanced efficacy. A detailed overview of this formulation follows.

INTRODUCTION

Agnitundi Vati is a potent herbo-mineral formulation renowned for igniting digestive fire and alleviating agnimandya (weak digestion) along with its complications. The name “Agnitundi” signifies its thunderbolt-like (tundi) action on Agni (fire), combining purified mercury, sulfur, aconite, alkaline ashes, salts, borax, and select herbs triturated in lemon juice for profound ama endotoxins clearance and vitality restoration. Primarily indicated for weak digestion, bloating, indigestion-related fevers, and toxin-mediated symptoms, it promotes robust gut health and metabolic harmony.

This preparation acts on annavaha srotas (digestive channels), addressing ama (endotoxins) buildup, jatharagni (digestive fire) impairment, and dosha vitiation. It effectively dispels anorexia, abdominal discomfort, fever due to indigestion (amajvara), and vata-kapha imbalances. By scraping channel obstructions, balancing Vata and Kapha doshas, and rejuvenating without aggravating Pitta, Agnitundi Vati serves as a key remedy for digestive debility and associated systemic issues.

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CLASSICAL INDICATION

Agnimandya (weak digestion)

INGREDIENTS

शुद्धसूतं विषं गन्धमजमोदाम् फलत्रयम् ।

स्वज्जिक्षारं यवक्षारं वह्निं सैन्धवजीरकम् ॥१३॥

सौवर्चलं विडङ्गानि सामुद्रं टङ्कणं समम् ।

विषमुष्टिं सर्वतुल्यं जम्बीराम्लेन मर्दयेत।

मरीचाभाम् वटीम् खादेदग्निमांद्यप्रशांतये ॥१४॥

(भैषज्यरत्नावली, अग्निमान्द्याधिकार; १३ –१४)

Shuddha Parad (Purified Mercury) – 1 part
Vatsanabha (Aconitum ferox) – 1 part
Gandhaka (Sulphur) – 1 part
Ajamoda (Apium graveolens) – 1 part
Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – 1 part
Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)– 1 part
Sarji Kshara (Sodium carbonate) – 1 part
Yava Kshara (Barley)– 1 part
Vahni (Plumbago zeylanica)– 1 part
Saindhava Lavana (Rock salt) – 1 part
Jiraka (Cuminum cyminum) – fruit – 1 part
Sauvarcala Lavana (Black salt) – 1 part
Vidanga (Embelia ribes) – 1 part
Samudra Lavana (Sea salt) – 1 part
Tankana (Borax) – 1 part
Vishamushti (Strychnos nux-vomica) – 16 parts
Jambiramla (Citrus lemon) – Q.S. (for trituration)

INGREDIENT DESCRIPTION

Shuddha Parada (Purified Mercury) possesses madhura rasa (sweet taste), snigdha guna (unctuous property), and ushna virya (heating potency), balancing Vata and Kapha doshas. It acts as a supreme rasayana (rejuvenator) and yogavahi (catalyst), effectively improves weak digestive fire (agnimandya) through its synergistic blend of ushna-tikshna (hot-piercing property) ingredients that kindle digestive fire, dissolve ama, and clear srotas (microchannels) obstructions.
Shuddha Vatsanabha (Purified Aconitum ferox) possesses tikta-katu rasa (bitter-pungent taste), laghu-ruksha guna (light-dry properties), and ushna virya (heating potency), primarily pacifying Vata and Kapha doshas. It acts as a potent deepana (appetizer), shothahara (anti-inflammatory), and vishaghna (anti-toxic), stimulating jatharagni (digestive fire) to dispel ama (endotoxins), relieve abdominal colic, and enhance nerve conduction for better peristalsis.
Shuddha Gandhaka (Purified Sulphur) features katu rasa (pungent taste), snigdha guna (unctuous quality), and ushna virya (hot potency), balancing Vata-Kapha while mildly aggravating Pitta. As a yogavahi (bio-enhancer) and lekhana (scraping agent), it purifies dhatus (body tissues), boosts metabolism, eliminates endotoxins, supports skin health, and augments antimicrobial action against ama-related infections
Ajamoda (Apium graveolens) has tikta-katu rasa (bitter-pungent taste), laghu-snigdha guna (light-unctuous properties), and ushna virya (hot potency), targeting Vata-Kapha doshas with deepana-pachana (appetizer-digester), anulomana (carminative), and shulahara (pain reliever) effects. It alleviates adhamana (bloating), pavana (flatulence), and ama (toxin) accumulation by promoting srotas shodhana (channel clearance) and agni vriddhi (gastric motility).
Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) exhibits five tastes, ruksha-laghu guna (dry-light property), and ushna virya (hot potency), tridoshahara (balances all doshas) as a rasayana. It kindles digestive fire, acts as a laxative & detoxifier, removes srotorodha (channel blocks), and prevents endotoxins (ama) by enhancing nutrient absorption and tissue rejuvenation.
Bibhitaka (Terminalia bellirica) offers kashaya-madhura rasa (astringent-sweet taste), ruksha guna (dry property), and ushna virya (hot potency), pacifying Kapha-Vata with grahi (astringent), deepana (digestive), and keshya (hair promoting) properties. It strengthens annavaha srotas (digestive channels), controls atisara (diarrhea) from ama (toxins), clears respiratory mucus (Kapha), and supports ayu (longevity) by shodhana (detoxification) and dhatu poshana (tissue nourishment).
Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) is amal rasa (sour taste) dominant, snigdha guna (unctuous property), and sheeta virya (cooling potency), tridoshahara (balances three doshas) with supreme rasayana (rejuvenative) status. Rich in vitamin C, it rejuvenates jatharagni (digestive fire) without Pitta aggravation, neutralizes free radicals, combats oxidative ama (toxin) damage, enhances immunity (vyadhi kshamatva), and promotes hematopoiesis for vitality.
Sajji Kshara (Sodium carbonate) provides katu-ushna (pungent-hot) qualities, acting as tikshna (sharp) deepana-pachana (appetizer-digester) to shatter ama (endotoxins) complexes, relieve udara shula (abdominal pain), and alkalize acidic gastric environment (amla pitta) for optimal digestion (pachana).
Yava Kshara (Barley ash alkali) has katu rasa (pungent taste), laghu guna (light property), ushna virya (hot potency), targeting Kapha-Vata as anulomana (carminative)-shulahara (pain reliever). It scrapes meda/ama (fat/toxins), eases vibandha (constipation), adhamana (bloating), and arsha (hemorrhoids) by clearing mutravaha srotas (urinary channels) and enhancing peristalsis (anatomical movement).
Vahni also known as Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica) features katu rasa (pungent taste), snigdha guna (unctuous property), ushna virya (hot potency), potently pacifying Kapha-Vata as digestive fire enhancer and krimighna (anti-helminthic). It dahati (burns) ama, dissolves gulma (abdominal tumors), stimulates glandular secretions (upasneha), and boosts anupana (bioavailability) of co-herbs.
Saindhava Lavana (Rock salt) offers lavana rasa (salty taste), snigdha guna (unctuous property), ushna virya (hot potency), balancing all doshas mildly (tridoshahara). As yogavahi (catalyst), it enhances herb absorption (grahana), lubricates srotas (channels), stimulates salivation, and counters Kapha-induced shushkata (dryness) without jala vriddhi (fluid retention).
Shveta Jiraka (Cuminum cyminum) has katu-kashaya rasa (pungent-astringent taste), laghu-ruksha guna (light-dry properties), ushna virya (hot potency), pacifying Vata-Kapha with deepana (appetizer)-anulomana (carminative)-shulaghna (analgesic) actions. It relieves gas, colic, atisara, diarrhea, enhances liver function, and dispels belching from weak digestive fire.
Sauvarchala Lavana (Black salt) provides lavana-amla rasa (salty-sour taste), guru guna (heavy property), ushna virya (hot potency), targeting Kapha as carminative & digester. It decongestes srotas (channels), improves rasa buddhi (taste perception) and anorexia, alkalizes ama (endotoxin) acidity, and supports electrolyte balance for digestion.
Vidanga (Embelia ribes) exhibits katu rasa (pungent taste), snigdha-laghu guna (unctuous-light properties), ushna virya (hot potency), Kapha-Vata shamaka (pacifier) with krimighna (anti-parasitic) & rechaniya (purgative) effects. It eradikates krimi (worms), ama (endotoxins), purifies gut flora, and kindles digestive fire, and prevents malabsorption.
Samudra Lavana (Sea salt) has lavana rasa (salty taste), snigdha guna (unctuous property), ushna virya (hot potency), mild tridoshahara as anulomana (carminative). It softens channel blocks (srotorodha), stimulates digestive fire, aids mineral assimilation, and counters Kapha mandata (sluggishness) without Pitta increase.
Shuddha Tankana (Purified Borax) offers madhura-katu rasa (sweet-pungent taste), snigdha guna (unctuous property), ushna virya (hot potency), balancing Vata-Kapha-Pitta as deepana (appetizer)-shulahara (pain reliever)-keshya (hair tonic). It ledayati (dissolves) kapha/ama (phlegm/toxins), relieves kasaghna (cough)-kantha roga (throat issues) linked to mandagni (weak digestion), and enhances skin & hair vitality.
Shuddha Vishamushti (Purified Strychnos nux-vomica) possesses tikta-kashaya rasa (bitter-astringent taste), laghu guna (light property), ushna virya (hot potency; in large proportion: 16 parts), Vata-Kapha pacifier with uttejaka (stimulant), shulahara (analgesic), and visha-hara (anti-toxic) properties. It powerfully stimulates neuromuscular function, dispels pakshaghata-like (paralysis) ama stagnation, boosts peristalsis, and counters udara manda (visceral lethargy).
Jambira (Citrus lemon) juice (Q.S. for trituration) provides amla rasa (sour taste), laghu guna (light property), ushna virya (hot potency), tridoshahara especially Kapha-Pitta. As a potent digester, it dissolves endotoxins, enhances mineral and herbal absorption, vitamin C boosts immunity, and provides hridayada (refreshing) anupana (adjuvant) for optimal bioavailability.

METHOD OF PREPARATION

Agnitundi Vati is prepared using the classical Kharaliya Rasayana (trituration method) in a Khalva Yantra (mortar-pestle). First, equal parts (1 part each) of Shuddha Parada (Purified mercury), Shuddha Vatsanabha (Purified Aconitum ferox), Shuddha Gandhaka (Purified sulphur), Ajamoda (Apium graveolens fruit), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula pericarp), Bibhitaka (Terminalia bellirica pericarp), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis pericarp), Sajji Kshara (Sodium carbonate), Yava Kshara (Barley ash), Vahni/Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica root), Saindhava Lavana (Rock salt), Shveta Jiraka (Cuminum cyminum fruit), Sauvarchala Lavana (Black salt), Vidanga (Embelia ribes fruit), Samudra Lavana (Sea salt), and Shuddha Tankana (Purified borax) are blended with 16 parts Shuddha Vishamushti (Purified Strychnos nux-vomica seeds). The mixture undergoes repeated bhavana (trituration) with Jambira (Citrus lemon) rasa (juice) – Quantity Sufficient (Q.S.) until the attainment of scraping test (laja bhavat), forming a smooth, blackish pill dough. Finally, 125-250 mg vati (tablets) are rolled, dried in shade, and stored airtight to preserve potent herbo-mineral synergy without involving agni samskara (incineration).

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES

Agnitundi Vati pairs best with lime juice (Nimbu swarasa) and warm water (Ushnodaka) as anupana (adjuvant) for optimal Vata-Kapha shamaka (pacifying) effects, igniting jatharagni (gastric fire), relieving Aruchi (anorexia), and restoring vitality through deepana (appetizer) and pachana (digestive) actions.
For Agnimandya (Impaired Digestion) Management, administer Agnitundi Vati (125-250 mg twice daily) with Hingvashtak Churna (1 g), reducing Adhmana (bloating) and Gaurava (heaviness) via enhanced ama pachana (toxin digestion) and vata anulomana (downward movement) synergy.
In cases of Amajvara (Ama-associated Fever), Agnitundi Vati is used alongside Guduchyadi Kashaya (40 ml), a potent jwaraghna (anti-pyretic) for Jvara and Daurbalya (weakness), boosting agni deepana (fire kindling) and ama shodhana (toxin clearance) properties.
In conditions associated with Ajirna (Indigestion) & Vibandha (Constipation), Agnitundi Vati works best with Abhayarishta (15-30 ml with warm water), aiding srotas shodhana (channel cleansing) and mala pravritti (bowel movement) by balancing Vata-Kapha and promoting dhatu poshana (tissue nourishment) for sustained digestive harmony.

IMPACT OF DOSHA

Agnitundi Vati primarily pacifies Vata (cold, dry qualities causing colic, bloating, impaired motility) and Kapha (heavy, sticky traits leading to sluggish digestion, ama accumulation, anorexia) through its ushna (heating), tikshna (sharp), and lekhana (scraping) actions that kindle jatharagni (digestive fire) and clear obstructed srotas (channels). It mildly balances Pitta via alkaline and rasayana components, preventing hyperacidity or inflammation aggravation while supporting metabolic harmony in toxin-mediated fevers. Ideal for Vata-Kapha dominant Agnimandya (weak digestive fire) and its complications.

INDICATIONS

Sluggish digestion (Agnimandya)
Indigestion-associated fever (Amajvara)
Anorexia (Aruchi)
Abdominal bloating (Adhmana)
Flatulence and belching (Pavana-Udgara)
Abdominal colic (Udara Shula)
Constipation/Diarrhea (Vibandha/Atisara)
Intestinal worms (Krimi)
Vata-Kapha disorders
Digestive debility
Toxin-mediated weakness (Ama Daurbalya)
Poor appetite with fatigue

DOSAGE

125-250 mg – once or twice daily, after meals for agnimandya (impaired digestion) and amajvara (toxin fever).
Anupana (Adjuvant): Lemon juice (Nimbu swarasa) or warm water.

WHY CHOSE PLANET AYURVEDA’s AGNITUNDI VATI

Planet Ayurveda’s Agnitundi Vati excels due to its adherence to classical Bhaishajya Ratnavali proportions, GMP-certified production ensuring rigorous purification of potent rasa dravyas like mercury and aconite for complete safety and zero heavy metal toxicity, 100% natural vegetarian formulation free from fillers, binders, or preservatives to deliver pure herbo-mineral synergy, clinically validated standardization enhancing bioavailability and stability, and widespread trust among practitioners with proven rapid results in kindling digestive fire and toxin clearance, all at an affordable price with user-friendly packaging.

CONTRAINDICATION

Pregnancy and lactation
Children under 12 years
Pitta-dominant hyperacidity or peptic ulcers
High blood pressure

CONCLUSION

Agnitundi Vati stands as a time-tested herbo-mineral powerhouse in Ayurveda, masterfully blending potent mineral ingredients with digestive herbs to reignite gastric fire, dissolve toxins, and restore channel patency for profound metabolic revival. This sharp, appetizer formulation excels in conquering impaired digestion and toxin-associated fever, offering safe, synergistic relief when dosed judiciously under expert guidance, transforming digestive debility into vibrant vitality.

Top 4 Ayurvedic Herbs for Osteoarthritis – Natural Joint Pain Relief

Abstract

Osteoarthritis is considered a chronic degenerative joint disorder that is characterized by loss of cartilage, which leads to joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and restricted movement. Mostly weight-bearing joints such as hands, spine, hips, and knees are affected, which hampers the quality of life. The risk of osteoarthritis is increasing day by day due to sedentary lifestyle habits, trauma, strain over joints, poor posture, lack of physical activities and improper nutrition intake. Inflammation and repetitive stress plays an important role in progression of these diseases. So it is important to manage these diseases with time with change in daily routine and physical habits because if the cartilage gets damaged it is irreversible and joint mobility gets decreased and the movement becomes restricted.

Introduction

Osteoarthritis is chronic degenerative joint disorder which is due to the wear and tear of cartilages which further leads to change in structure and surrounding tissues of the joints. It is typically characterized by the activities which worsens joint pain and symptoms which are worsening joint pain includes crepitus, swelling, morning stiffness and tenderness. With time if these symptoms are not treated then it can hamper work quantity and quality of life. Treatment of osteoarthritis primarily focuses on managing pain, tenderness, stiffness and maintaining joint mobility. In Ayurveda Osteoarthritis can be correlated with sandhigata Vata. It is a condition which becomes progressive by the aggravation of vata dosha. When vata dosha localizes in the joints then it can lead to degeneration of Asthi Dhatu (bone tissues) which results in pain, stiffness, crepitus and restricted movement. Ayurveda mainly focuses on balancing the vata dosha, and nourishment of joints by snehan (oleation), sweden (fomentation) and use of rasayan (rejuvenative) and vata shamak (balancing of vata dosha) herbs. Panchkarma therapies such as janu basti (therapeutic knee pulling for knee joint) , kati basti (lumbar oil pulling therapy) plays an important role. Other than this lifestyle modification and dietary habits plays an important role in managing osteoarthritis.

Herbs That are helpful in Osteoarthritis

1. Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera)

Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) acts as a rasayana (rejuvenator) which helps in promoting joint health and is helpful in balancing aggravated vata dosha which is helpful to those who are suffering from osteoarthritis and it helps to slow down degenerative changes. Its analgesic and antiinflammatory property helps in reducing joint pain, swelling and discomfort in the affected joints. It helps to strengthen tissues and muscles which helps in joint stability and movement.

2. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) helps to improve lubrication in the joints which helps to cope with dryness which is due to imbalance vata dosha. Its active constituents have inflammatory action which helps to reduce inflammation which is due to pain and swelling. It is used for long term bone health and boosts joint health in osteoarthritis.

2. Hadjod (Cissus Quadrangularis)

Hadjod (Cissus Quadrangularis) is helpful in balancing vata dosha which is helpful in managing degenerative changes in musculoskeletal diseases. It has properties such as shotha hara (reduces swelling), vedana shamaka (relieves pain), Bhagna ropan (fracture healing) and asthi sandhaniya (Bone joining and strengthening). Its active constituents reduce inflammation and swelling in the affected joints. It is rich in calcium and anabolic phytochemicals which helps in improving stability and density of joints.

3. Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna)

Arjuna (Terminalis Chebula) helps in maintaining balance of vata dosha which helps to reduce degeneration and pain and Pitta dosha which helps to reduce burning sensation and inflammation. It helps in preventing joint tissues from oxidative stress and damage. It is helpful in reducing pain during sitting, walking and climbing. It improves bone mineralization and also strengthens bones, cartilages and tissues around the joints.

Home Remedies and lifestyle changes for osteoarthritis

Daily Abhyanga (Gentle massage) with oils having vata shamaka properties such as mahanarayan oil, sesame oil or castor oil helps in balancing vata dosha and also helps in reducing stiffness and maintaining lubrication in the joints.
Practice swedana (Hot fomentation) which helps to relieve stiffness and improves joint mobility.
Maintain healthy body weight which helps to reduce strain and pressure over weight bearing joints.
Use ginger, garlic, turmeric, flaxseeds, and fenugreek in the diet which helps in relieving pain and inflammation naturally.
Prefer intake of less oily, freshly cooked and warm foods so that vata dosha cannot get aggravated.
Avoid prolonged standing and excessive strain over the joints. Use supportive knee caps, cushions and other alignments whenever needed.
Maintain proper body posture and balance while standing, sitting , holding things or walking to prevent imbalance.
Proper intake of calcium and mineral rich foods so that joint and bone strength gets improved.
Practice pranayama and meditation which helps to reduce pain, relaxes muscle and improves overall joint movement.

Herbal Remedies by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a trusted Ayurvedic healthcare company dedicated to reviving the true essence of classical Ayurveda through scientifically validated and ethically prepared herbal formulations. Established under the guidance of experienced Ayurvedic physicians, the company follows ancient Ayurvedic principles while integrating modern quality standards. Planet Ayurveda manufactures 100% vegetarian, preservative-free, and chemical-free herbal products, ensuring purity, safety, and therapeutic effectiveness. All formulations are prepared using standardized herbal extracts and traditional processing methods to retain maximum potency. The company emphasizes holistic healing by addressing the root cause of diseases rather than merely suppressing symptoms. With a strong commitment to research, sustainability, and patient education, Planet Ayurveda serves individuals across India and many international countries, promoting natural healing, preventive care, and long-term wellness through authentic Ayurvedic wisdom. For managing Osteoarthritis Planet Ayurveda has Osteoplan Capsules.

Osteoplan Capsules

Ostroplan capsule is a capsule formulation by planet ayurveda which is made using Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), and Hadjod (Cissus quadrangularis). It helps in supporting and strengthening bones by improving bone mineralization and bone density. It supports Osteoarthritis management by reducing stiffness, pain and improved joint movement. It helps in the nourishment of asthi dhatu (Bone tissues). It provides Calcium and nutrients to the bones that strengthens skeletal framework and provides strength and stability.

Dosage :- 1 or 2 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meal.

Conclusion

Osteoarthritis is a chronic, progressive degenerative joint disorder which is characterized by pain, stiffness and swelling. Due to sedentary lifestyle habits it can occur in young people also. It not only affects a person physically but it also affects the quality and quantity of the life of the person. It is important to protect joints so it is essential to practice daily exercise and maintain healthy body weight, ensure adequate intake of proteins and nutritions which are needed for healthy maintenance of bones and joints. Ayurveda mainly emphasizes balancing dosha, Dhatu, agni and use of herbs. It also emphasizes on dietary regulation and use of herbs which are useful in maintaining bone health and prevents it from degeneration.