Information about Khadiradi Vati
- Khadiradi Vati is an ayurvedic and herbal remedy used for various diseases related to the mouth, teeth, gums, tongue, and throat.
- It contains natural ingredients such as Khadira Saar (Kattha), Javitri (Mace), Kankol (Sheetal Chini or Kabab Chini), Bhimseni Kapoor (Natural Camphor), and Supari (Areca nut).
- These ingredients provide the medicinal properties of anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, antioxidant, antiseptic, astringent, emollient (soothing effect on the throat), and expectorant to Khadiradi Vati.
Benefits of Khadiradi Vati
Khadiradi Vati has several medicinal uses and benefits, including:
- Laryngitis (Hoarseness or Loss of Voice): The anti-inflammatory and soothing properties of Khadiradi Vati reduce inflammation of the larynx, providing relief from hoarseness and loss of voice. It is recommended to use Ashwagandha extract with milk in addition to Khadiradi Vati for quick relief. Sitopaladi Churna, Yashad (Jasad) Bhasma, and Gandhak Rasayan with honey can also be used along with Khadiradi Vati for better results.
- Mouth Ulcers and Stomatitis: Khadiradi Vati helps reduce pain and burning sensation associated with mouth ulcers and inflammation of mucus membranes in stomatitis.
- Sore Throat (Pharyngitis): Khadiradi Vati, in combination with Sitopaladi Churna, Yashad (Jasad) Bhasma, and Gandhak Rasayan, provides quick relief in sore throat by its emollient (soothing) action. It also inhibits the growth of bacteria that may cause sore throat.
- Tonsillitis and Tonsils Infections: Khadiradi Vati, along with Sitopaladi Churna, Yashad (Jasad) Bhasma, and Gandhak Rasayan, helps reduce irritation, pain, and inflammation of the tonsils in tonsillitis and tonsils infections.
Ingredients (Composition) of Khadiradi Vati
Khadiradi Vati contains the following natural ingredients:
- Khadira Saar (Kattha) – Catechu (Acacia Catechu Extract)
- Javitri (Mace)
- Kankol (Sheetal Chini or Kabab Chini) – Cubeb (Tailed Pepper) – Piper Cubeba
- Bhimseni Kapoor – Natural Camphor – Cinnamomum Camphora
- Supari – Areca nut
Dosage and Administration of Khadiradi Vati
Khadiradi Vati is usually used as lozenges.
- Children: 1 Tablet (twice or thrice daily)
- Adults: 1 Tablet (4 to 6 times a day)
Safety Profile and Side Effects
- Khadiradi Vati contains Natural Camphor derived from the Camphor tree.
- High doses of Camphor may lead to severe side effects. Khadiradi Vati is available in the market with different ingredients, so it is important to check the camphor ingredient and its quantity used in the formulation.
- One tablet of Khadiradi Vati may contain camphor up to 31.25 mg. Severe side effects of camphor
