Kayam Churna (50 Gm) - Gen
Kayam Churna is
a proprietary Ayurvedic powdered medicine formulated to alleviate constipation and other digestive issues such as acidity, gas, and headaches. Created by the company Sheth Brothers, it is not a traditional Ayurvedic preparation but a patented formula. The churna is used for its laxative and digestive properties.
Key ingredients
The formulation contains a blend of several Ayurvedic herbs and natural salts:
- Senna leaves (
Cassiaangustifoliacap C a s s i a a n g u s t i f o l i a𝐶𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑢𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑎): A primary ingredient known for its laxative effects, which help soften stools and promote bowel movements.
- Black Salt (Unaqua Sodium Chloride): Helps stimulate bile production to improve digestion.
- Nishoth (
Operculinaturpethumcap O p e r c u l i n a t u r p e t h u m𝑂𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑢𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑝𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑢𝑚): A purgative herb.
- Ajwain (
Trachyspermumammicap T r a c h y s p e r m u m a m m i𝑇𝑟𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑦𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑚𝑢𝑚𝑎𝑚𝑚𝑖): Aids digestion and provides relief from gas and bloating.
- Himej (
Terminaliachebulacap T e r m i n a l i a c h e b u l a𝑇𝑒𝑟𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑎): A component of the Ayurvedic formula Triphala, which is known for its digestive benefits.
- Svarjiksara (Shuddh): A form of natural soda ash used for its neutralizing properties.
- Yashti Madhu (
Glycyrrhizaglabracap G l y c y r r h i z a g l a b r a𝐺𝑙𝑦𝑐𝑦𝑟𝑟ℎ𝑖𝑧𝑎𝑔𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑟𝑎): Also known as licorice, it is included for its soothing effect on the digestive tract.
Uses and benefits
- Constipation relief: Its primary use is to provide relief from both chronic and acute constipation.
- Acidity and gas: It helps to alleviate symptoms of hyperacidity, gas, bloating, and indigestion.
- Headache and bloating: It can relieve headaches that are associated with constipation or digestive imbalances.
- Promotes detoxification: The herbal blend helps cleanse the intestines and flushes out toxins.
Dosage
- The typical dosage is 1 to 2 teaspoons, taken with warm water before bedtime.