Arogyavardhini Vati: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects & More!

Introduction

Arogyavardhini Vati is an ayurvedic formulation used to balance the three doshas (humour), Vata dosha, Pitta dosha and Kapha dosha, collectively called ”Tridoshas”¹. The term Arogyavardhini means ”improver of good health”. It is composed of various herbs and metals. The powdered ingredients are grounded with neem leaf juice for 2 days to make a paste. This paste is then used to make pills².  

Arogyavardhini Vati Ingredients

• Shuddha Parada: Herbal purified Mercury
• Shuddha Gandhak: Herbal purified Sulphur
• Loha Bhasma: Ash prepared from Iron
• Abhraka Bhasma: Purified and processed Mica
• Tamra Bhasma: Ash prepared from Copper
• Shilajatu: Asphaltum
• Guggulu: Indian bdellium (gum resin)
• Chitramool: Root of Indian leadwort
• Neemba: Juice extract of Neem leaf
• Katuki: Picrorhiza
• Haritaki: Chebulic Myrobalan fruit rind
• Bibhitaki: Belliric Myrobalan fruit rind
• Amalaki: Indian gooseberry fruit

Nutritional Value of Arogyavardhini Vati

Nutrients like proteins, carbohydrates, steroids, flavonoids, saponins, amino acids, starch and sugar are present in Arogyavardhini Vati. Other constituents of Arogyavardhini Vati are glycosides, alkaloids, tannins and phenols³.  

Arogyavardhini Vati may aid in skin diseases. I recently came across a study that says Arogyavardhini vati is a potent Ayurvedic remedy with anti-inflammatory properties⁸.

Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS

Properties of Arogyavardhini Vati

It may have the following properties  

• It may have antihyperlipidemic (that may help to lower blood sugar levels) properties⁵    
• It may have hepatoprotective (liver-protective) properties⁶  

Potential Uses of Arogyavardhini Vati

Arogyavardhini vati helps in maintaining a good circulatory, respiratory, reproductive, skeletal and digestive system². The various potential uses of arogyavardhini vati are:  

1. Potential Uses of Arogyavardhini Vati in Preventing Heart Diseases

High cholesterol level is the reason for many heart diseases. Arogyavardhini Vati has shown effectiveness in reducing the cholesterol level and increasing the HDL (good cholesterol) in the blood in studies⁵. It may also help by strengthening the heart muscles². These activities, however, are yet to be proven in humans. Moreover, heart conditions must be properly diagnosed and treated by a specialist doctor. Therefore, kindly ensure to consult a doctor.

2. Potential Uses of Arogyavardhini Vati in Preventing Liver Damage 

This Ayurvedic formulation can be somewhat helpful in conditions like jaundice, fatty liver and cirrhosis of liver.  It may also help in managing hepatitis A, B and C². Arogyavardhini Vati may have some effect on various liver diseases, including toxic liver injury in humans⁶. There is a need for more scientific research to prove these claims. You should consult a doctor for prescription and guidance.

3. Potential Uses of Arogyavardhini Vati for the Gastrointestinal Tract

Arogyavardhini Vati may be beneficial for individuals suffering from digestive problems like indigestion and irregular bowel movements due to its laxative and anthelmintic properties (that kill any worms in the digestive tract). It enhances the digestive ability of the body. It is also helpful in the management of diarrhoea and dysentery. It may improve appetite and digestion². However, this effect of arogyavardhini vati needs more scientific evidence. Consult your doctor for proper advice.

Arogyavardhini Vati might be your ally in your weight loss journey. I recently came across a study that says Arogyavardhini vati is a potent Ayurvedic remedy with Deepan (appetiser) and Pachana (digestive) characteristics that may aid in weight loss. Due to its Shodhan (detoxification) character, it may also aid in the body’s removal process of waste products⁷.

Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)

4. Potential Uses of Arogyavardhini Vati in Reducing Inflammation  

Arogyavardhini Vati may be beneficial in reducing the inflammation of the liver, kidneys, bladder, spleen, uterus, and intestine. It may help in the many inflammatory conditions of the intestine². You should consult a doctor for prescription and guidance.

Though studies² show the benefits of arogyavardhini vati in various conditions, these are insufficient and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of the benefits of arogyavardhini vati on human health.  

How to Use Arogyavardhini Vati

Arogyavardhini pills are available. The pills are black in colour and have a bitter taste.

You must consult a qualified doctor before taking any herbal supplements. Do not discontinue or replace an ongoing treatment of modern medicine with an ayurvedic/herbal preparation without consulting a qualified doctor.  

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Side Effects of Arogyavardhini Vati

The formulation contains mercury. Mercury is a heavy metal overdose that can cause severe poisoning if not purified properly. It should be strictly avoided in pregnant, lactating women and children. It is advised to take it under the guidance of a doctor². Do not hesitate each out to your doctor if you experience any of these side effects.

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Precautions to Take with Arogyavardhini Vati

• Arogyavardhini Vati should be strictly avoided for pregnant women, lactating women, and children because of the potential heavy metal poisoning². 
• It should be taken under the supervision of an ayurvedic doctor or any other doctor. Over usage of Arogyavardhini vati may lead to the accumulation of heavy metals in the blood². 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

References

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