{"id":172236,"date":"2023-03-27T06:50:19","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T06:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=172236"},"modified":"2026-02-12T12:18:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T12:18:55","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-panchtikta-ghrita","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-panchtikta-ghrita\/","title":{"rendered":"Panchatikta Ghrita: Uses, Benefits and Side effects By Dr. Smita Barode\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Panchatikta Ghrita<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Panchatikta Ghrita<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Panchatikta Ghrita for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Panchatikta Ghrita?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Panchatikta Ghrita<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Panchatikta Ghrita<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ayurveda has many different medicinal preparations, such as primary and secondary types of preparations. Swarasa (juice), kalka (paste), kwatha (decoction), hima (cold infusion) and phanta (hot infusion)\u202fare the primary preparations whereas avaleha kalpana (confections), vati kalpana (tablet), sneha kalpana (fat preparation), asava arista (hydro-alcoholic preparation) are considered as secondary preparations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sneha kalpana or fat preparations are very usual ayurvedic dosage forms prescribed by ayurvedic doctors. Panchatikta ghrita is one of the types of sneha kalpana. It is a formulation of five plants and ghee as a vehicle. It has many benefits for our bones and skin ^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
\u00a0Let us see what other ingredients make up panchatikta ghrita and its wonderful benefits!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Panchatikta Ghrita<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Azadirachta indica (Nimba):<\/strong> 480 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Trichosanthes dioica (Patola):<\/strong> 480 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Solanum xanthocarpum (Kantakari):<\/strong> 480 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Tinospora cordifolia (Guduchi):<\/strong> 480 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Adhatoda vasica (Vasa):<\/strong>480 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Terminalia chebula (Haritaki):<\/strong> 128 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Terminalia bellerica (Bibhitaki):<\/strong> 128 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phyllanthus embelica (Amlaki):<\/strong> 128 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Ghee (Ghrita): <\/strong>768 g\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\u00a0To prepare panchatikta ghrita, nimba, patola, kantakari, guduchi and vasa are taken 480 g each and boiled in 12.29 litres of water till the water is reduced to 3.07 litres. To this decoction, haritaki, bibhitaki and amalaki about 128 g each are added along with 768 g of ghee as a vehicle ^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Panchatikta ghrita contains 5 active compounds that give the formulation its medicinal properties. These are Azadirachta indica<\/em> (stem bark), Tinospora cordifolia<\/em> (stem), Adhatoda vasica<\/em> (root), Solanum xanthocarpum<\/em> (root) and Trichosanthes dioica<\/em> (aerial parts)^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Properties of Panchatikta Ghrita<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The properties of panchatikta ghrita are discussed as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may have anti-inflammatory properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might possess antimicrobial properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have analgesic properties ^{14<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have astringent properties ^{3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have the property to manage bone disorders.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have lipid-lowering (hypo-lipidemic) properties ^{15<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have the property to protect from heart diseases ^{15<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have anthelminthic properties ^{2<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{11<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{12<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Potential Uses of Panchatikta Ghrita for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Let us see some potential benefits of panchatikta ghrita\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential use of panchatikta ghrita for bone disorders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
$\"Osteoporosis\"$ <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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Potential use of panchatikta ghrita for osteoporosis: <\/strong>Osteoporosis is a disorder where bones become fragile and brittle. A study^{3<\/sup><\/a> was conducted by Munshi et al. in 2016 on the effect of panchatikta ghrita in rats on osteoporosis. The study showed that panchatikta ghrita might have the effect of managing osteoporosis in rats. However, further studies are recommended for panchatikta ghrita to be used for osteoporosis in humans. Do not self-medicate.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Potential use of panchatikta ghrita for osteopenia: <\/strong>Osteopenia is a condition in which the protein and mineral content of our bones is decreased. A study^{4<\/sup><\/a> was conducted by Munshi et al. in 2019 to assess the effect of panchatikta ghrita on patients with osteopenia. The results concluded that panchatikta ghrita might be used as preventive therapy in osteopenia. However, these studies are done in a small population, and further information is required to check these findings. It is essential to consult a doctor before replacing panchatikta ghrita with any type of medicine.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Potential use of panchatikta ghrita for cervical spondylosis: <\/strong>Cervical spondylosis is the gradual degeneration of bones and disks in the neck. Sawarkar et al., in 2020, studied^{5<\/sup><\/a> the comparative effect of panchatikta ghrita on cervical spondylosis. The study concluded that both the groups, when administered panchatikta ghrita showed decreased symptoms of cervical spondylosis. Panchatikta ghrita may be potentially used in cervical spondylosis. However, additional research is required to begin using panchatikta ghrita. One must consult a doctor before self-medicating or replacing any medication.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>}
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