Kasturyadi Gutika (Kasthuryadi Gulika or Vayu Gutika Vati) is classical Ayurvedic medicine with Vata, and Kapha pacifying properties. The main indication of this medicine is Vayu Roga. It is also beneficial in cold, cough, fever, hiccups, vomiting asthma, and bronchitis.
Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) contains herbomineral ingredients. Therefore, it is highly recommended to take this medicine with due caution. The dose should not exceed the recommended amount. It must not be used during pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
Here is given more about this medicine, such as:
- What is Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
- What are the ingredients present in Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
- What are the uses of Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
- What are the side-effects of Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
- When not to take Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
- What are the possible drug interactions?
- What are the warnings, and suggestions?
Product Details
- Reference Text: Sahasrayoga, Gutikaprakarana: 8
- Synonyms: Kasturyadi Gutika, Kasturyadi Vati, Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati), Vayu Gutika, Vayu Gulika (Kasthuryadi)
- Availability: Online, and at medical stores
- Type of medicine: Classical Medicine
- Main Indication: Vata, and Kapha Roga
Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) Composition
Ingredients present in this formulation are given below:
- Kasturi (Mrigamada) Musk 1 Part
- Kiriyat (Kiratatikta) Swertia chirata (Pl.) 1 Part
- Aratta (Rasna) Pluchea lanceolata(Rt./Lf.) 1 Part
- Puzu (Gandhamarjara virya) Ceveat 1 Part
- Kanta bhasma (Lauha) Loha Bhasma 1 Part
- Indu (Karpura) Cinnamomum camphora(Sub.Ext.) 1 Part
- Jatiphala Myristica fragrans (Sd.) 1 Part
- Yava kshara (Yava) (Pl.) 1 Part
- Sarjika kshara 1 Part
- Haritaki Terminalia chebula (P.) 1 Part
- Bibhitaka Terminalia bellirica (P.) 1 Part
- Amalaki Emblica officinalis (P.) 1 Part
- Tvak Cinnamomum zeylanicum (St.Bk.) 1 Part
- Ela (Sukshmaila) Elettaria cardamomum (Sd.) 1 Part
- Patra (tejapatra) (Lf.) 1 Part
- Hiravi Garcinia morella (Pl.) 1 Part
- Shveta Jiraka Cuminum cyminum (Fr.) 1 Part
- Krishna Jiraka v (Fr.) 1 Part
- Dipyaka (Ajamoda) (Fr.) 1 Part
- Agaragrahi (Akarakarabha) Anacyclus pyrethrum (Rt.) 1 Part
- Shatahva Anethum sowa (Fr.) 1 Part
- Yashti Glycyrrhiza glabra (Rt.) 1 Part
- Karayampu (Lavanga) (Fl.Bd.) 1 Part
- Kavi (Gairika) Red Ochre 1 Part
- Toyam (Hrivera) (Rt.) 1 Part
- Rasa (rasa Sindura) 1 Part
- Paranki Boswellia serrata (R.) 1 Part
- Pashupashi (Ar.) 1 Part
- Chandana (Shveta chandana) (Ht.Wd.) 1 Part
- Vaca (Rz.) 1 Part
- Cinoshana (kankola) (Fr.) 1 Part
- Shunthi (Rz.) 1 Part
- Maricha (Fr.) 1 Part
- Pippali (Fr.) 1 Part
- Ponkara (tankana) – áuddha 1 Part
- Anjana – Shuddha Aqueous extract of Berberis aristata 1 Part
- Vajranaga (Vastanabha) – áuddha (Rz.) 1 Part
- Manayola (Manahshila) Purified realgar 1 Part
- Ashali (Chakramarda) Cassia tora (Sd.) 1 Part
- Cayilya (Hingula) Purified Cinnabar 1 Part
- Salila (Jala) or Payas (Godugdha) or
- Bhringaraja svarasa (Bhringaraja) (Pl.) Q.S.
Ayurvedic Action / Karma
- Deepan: Increase appetite.
- Kapha-Vata har: Remover of the Humor of Kapha-Vata.
- Shulaprasamanam: Relieve colic.
- Vatahara: Pacifies Vata Dosha.
- Vatashodhana: Clears vata from the body
Biomedical Action
- Anticatarrhal: Remove excess mucus from the body.
- Anti-inflammatory: Reducing inflammation by acting on body mechanisms.
- Antispasmodic: Relieve spasm of involuntary muscle.
- Emmenagogue: Stimulates or increases menstrual flow.
- Expectorant: Promotes the secretion of sputum by the air passages, used to treat coughs.
Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) Health Benefits
- It is indicated in diseases that mainly occur due to vitiation of Vata.
- It reduces cough, and phlegm.
- It has an expectorant action.
- it supports better digestion.
- It is beneficial in difficult breathing.
Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) Therapeutic Uses
Kasturyadi Gutika or Vayu Gutika, is indicated in neurological- neuro-muscular disorders, fever due to vitiated Vata, and Kapha Dosha, and asthma.
- Vata Vaigunya (Abnormality of Vata dosha)
- Vata Kapha Jvara (Fever due to Vata dosha, and Kapha dosha)
- Shvasa (Dyspnoea/Asthma)
- Bronchitis
- Cold, and cough
- Fever
- Hiccups
- Vomiting
Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) Dosage
- The recommended dosage of medicine is 125 mg.
- It should be taken once or twice a day, as prescribed.
- It is to be taken with water.
- Or take as directed by a doctor.
Suggestions
- Ayurvedic medicines containing detoxified, toxic material/ poisonous substances, heavy metals should be taken only under medical supervision.
- It is a highly recommended to give this medicine only when prescribed by Ayurvedic doctor.
- Effectivity of herbal medicine depends on many factors. A medicine suitable for one person may not essentially give the same result in another person.
- The exact dose depends on the age, strength, digestive power of the patient, the nature of the illness, the state of the viscera, and humours, and the properties of individual drugs.
- Do check the list of ingredients, and their contraindications to avoid any side effects.
- If symptoms do not improve or worsen, consult a doctor.
Contraindications
- It must not be taken in pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
- Avoid in the high Pitta with heartburn, ulcers, and sweating.
- It is not suitable for the long term use.
Drug Interactions
Please maintain a gap of at least an hour between intake of any allopathic drug, and Ayurvedic medicine to avoid drug interaction, if any.
Do not use many different medicines for the treatments of the same disease.
Side-effects
- This medicine should not be administered to the patients suffering from ulcer in the digestive tract.
- Since it is hot in potency, and increases Pitta, an excess dose may cause a burning sensation.
- It increases acidity.
Warnings
- Do check the list of ingredients, and their contraindications to avoid any side effects.
- Do not use any medicine during pregnancy without consulting doctor.
Storage
- Store in a cool, and dry place in a tightly closed container, protected from light, and moisture.
- Keep away from the sight, and reach of children.
- FAQs About Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)
Is it safe to take Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
Yes, it is safe to take Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) in the recommended dosage.
What is the Chief Indication of Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
The most common use of this medicine is for Vata, and Kapha Roga.
What is Effect on Vata-Pitta or Kapha?
- Vata Reducing.
- Pitta Increasing.
- Kapha Reducing.
Does it contain non-herbal ingredients?
- Yes.
- Gairika
- Hingula
- Manashila
- Ras Sindura
- Shuddha Tankana Borax
How long can I take this medicine?
You may take it for a few days.
What is the Best time to take Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
It should be taken after a meal. Try to take at the same time daily.
Is Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati) a habit-forming medicine?
No.
Is it safe to drive while taking Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati)?
If a person feels side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, hypotension, headache, or any symptoms affecting mental alertness, he or she must not drive or operate heavy machinery.
Can I take it during periods?
It can be taken. Avoid during periods, if you feel any effect on bleeding pattern.
Can I take it during pregnancy?
It is hot in potency. So, do not take.
Can a diabetic person take it?
Yes.
Can I give it to children?
Please consult a doctor.
What happens in case of an overdose?
Overdose can affect internal organs. It is UNSAFE in a larger dose, immediately consult a doctor.
When to consume Kasturyadi Gutika (Vati), empty stomach, before food or after food?
It should be taken after food.