Drakshadi Churna

Drakshadi Churna
Reference: Vaidya-yoga-ratnavali
Introduction
Draksha means raisins and Drakshadi Churna is a powdered herbal formulation which consists of 23 other herbs along with raisins. This formulation is useful in treating generalized weakness and digestive ailments. It also treats respiratory ailments.
Ingredients
Raisins (Dried grapes)
Laja (Puffed rice)
Sitopala (Nelumo nucifera)
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera)
Indian sarsaparilla (Hemidesmus indicus)
Indian thorny bamboo (Bambusa bambos)
Fragrant swamp mallow (Pavonia odorata)
Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis)
Musta/Nut grass (Cyperus rotundus)
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
Long pepper (Piper longum)
Khas khas grass (Vetiveria zizaniodis)
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
Patra (Cinnamomum tamala)
Nagkesar (Mesua ferrea)
Vidanga/False black pepper (Embelia ribes)
Puncture vine (Tribulus terrestris)
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Dried ginger (Zingiber officinalis)
Perfume ginger (Hedychium spicatum)
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora)
Talis (Abies webbiana)
Sugar
Method of Preparation
Clean and grind all the ingredients separately and combine them to form a homogenous powder and store it in an airtight container away from heat and light.
Dosage
3 to 6 grams with lukewarm water twice a day after meals. It can also be taken with honey.
Indications
Indigestion
Dry cough
Leucorrhea
Burning urination
Gastritis
Menorrhagia
Hyperhidrosis (Excessive sweating)
Other ailments due to aggravated pitta
Contraindications
Over dosage might cause loose stools but they can be managed by consuming a glass or two of buttermilk with meals.
Patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension should use it with caution.
It should be taken under strict medical supervision.