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Rohitakarista
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At a glance
Rohitakarista is a hepatoprotective and digestive herbal medicine used for jaundice, toxic liver injury, hepatitis, chronic indigestion, and anorexia. It helps restore liver cells, increase bile secretion, and acts as an antioxidant.
Description
Rohitakarista is a herbal formulation containing Aphanamixis polystachya, Woodfordia fructicosa, Emblica officinalis, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia belerica, Zingiber officinale, Piper longum, Elettaria cardamomum, Cinnamomum tamala, and Cinnamomum zeylanicum. These ingredients exhibit hepatoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive activities.
Indications
- Jaundice
- Toxic liver injury
- Hepatitis
- Chronic indigestion
- Anorexia (loss of appetite)
Therapeutic class
Herbal and Nutraceuticals
Pharmacological class
Hepatoprotective and Digestive Herbal
Pharmacology
Rohitakarista's ingredients help restore liver cells, increase bile secretion, act as antioxidants, and reduce hepatic enzymes (SGOT, SGPT, LDH). Aphanamixis polystachya provides antiviral and antibacterial activity; Woodfordia fructicosa supplies polyphenols and antioxidants; Emblica officinalis provides vitamin C and antioxidants; Terminalia chebula and belerica provide tannins and hepatoprotective compounds; ginger, long pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon act as digestives and carminatives.
Mechanism of action
Restores liver cells, increases bile secretion, and acts as an antioxidant.
Dosage
Adult: 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 ml) 2-3 times daily after meals
Child: 1-2 teaspoonfuls (5-10 ml) 2-3 times daily after meals
Administration
- Take after meals
- Take in the prescribed dose
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; if almost time for the next dose, skip it; do not double the dose.
Side effects
No side effects known to date.
Precautions & warnings
- Caution required in pregnancy and lactation
- Caution in diabetic patients (due to Emblica effect)
- Consult doctor for long-term use
Contraindications
No absolute contraindications.
Drug interactions
No significant drug interactions known.
Food interactions
Avoid alcohol with Rohitakarista (may increase liver burden).
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Adequate information not available; use with caution; consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Adequate information not available; use with caution; consult your doctor.
Pediatric use
Indicated for children (1-2 teaspoonfuls 2-3 times daily)
Geriatric use
Safe for elderly; however, caution is needed.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Safe in kidney disease; however, caution is needed; consult your doctor.
Hepatic Impairment: Effective in liver disease; caution needed in severe liver disease; consult your doctor.
Overdose effects
No overdose information available; consult your doctor if overused.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Rohitakarista