Dadimasthak Churna
(दाडिमाष्टक चूर्ण)
Overview
Dadimasthak Churna – Digestive Strength • Voice Support • Respiratory Ease
Dadimasthak Churna is a traditional Ayurvedic formulation primarily composed of Anardana, Mishri, Dalchini, Elaichi, Tamalpatra, Sunthi, Marich, and Pippali.
Known for its soothing action on throat (कंठ), its ability to help bind stools (मल बंधन), and for its support during cough and fever (खांसी व ज्वर), this classical blend enhances Agni, corrects Kapha–Vata imbalance, and supports healthy digestion and respiration.
Common Name: Dadimashtaka, Dadimasthak, Dadimastaka, Dadimashtak, Dadimastak, Dadimashtakam, Dadi mastak, Dadimasthaka, Dadimastakya
Reference
शार्ङ्गधर संहिता, मध्यमखण्डे-षष्टोड़ध्याय:, ६२-६३
दाडिमी द्विपला ग्राह्या खण्डं चाष्टपलानि वा।
त्रिगंधस्य पलं चैकं त्रिकटु स्यात्पलत्रयम्॥६२॥एतदेकीकृतं सर्वं चूर्णं स्यादाड़ीमाष्टकम्।
रुचिकृदीपनं कंठ्य ग्राही कासज्वारापहम्॥६३॥ - शार्ङ्गधर संहिता, मध्यमखण्डे-षष्टोड़ध्याय:, ६२-६३
Key Benefits
- Supports throat health (कंठ के लिए हितकारक)
- Helps bind stools & reduces loose motions without heaviness
- Improves digestion & relieves bloating
- Useful in cough, cold & fever due to deepana–pachana herbs
- Reduces excessive Kapha in upper channels
- Warms and strengthens weak Agni (Mandagni)
- Supports expectoration and reduces congestion
- Mildly aromatic, pleasant to taste – easy for all age groups
Key Ingredients
(Ingredients may vary slightly as per classical reference or manufacturer)
| Reference | Ingredients | Indication |
| शार्ङ्गधर संहिता, मध्यमखण्डे-षष्टोड़ध्याय:, ६२-६३ | Anardana, Mishri, Dalchini, Elaichi, Tamalpatra, Sunthi, Marich, Pippali | कंठ के लिए हितकारक, मलको बांधनेवाला, खांसी तथा ज्वार मे |
How to Use
- Adults: 1–3 g (½ to 1 teaspoon) twice daily after food
- Children: 500 mg–1 g once or twice daily (only under practitioner supervision)
- Anupana: Warm water/honey/ghee, depending on condition
- For Throat Support: With honey or warm water
- For Loose Motions: With warm water
- For Cough/Cold: With honey
Safety & Precautions
- Not advised in active acidity unless combined with ghee
- Caution in hypertension due to salt-sensitive ingredients if added by manufacturer
- Avoid in extreme Pitta prakriti or during high-grade fever without practitioner guidance
- Pregnant and lactating women should use only on medical advice
- Store in a cool, dry place; keep tightly closed
Practitioner’s Guide (Clinical Use)
Dosha-Based Indications
- Vata–Kapha Disorders: Loss of appetite, weak Agni, Loose stools with mucus, Bloating, gas, Morning cough, Kapha Srotoshodhana, कंठ काठिन्य (throat stiffness or dryness)
- Pitta Disorders (with caution): Useful in mild Pitta-aggravated diarrhoea when combined with ghee, not ideal in high Pitta heat without modifications
Recommended Combinations
| Clinical Situation | Combine With |
|---|---|
| Chronic cough | Sitopaladi / Talisadi |
| Loose stools due to weak Agni | Bilwadi Churna |
| Mandagni / low appetite | Hingwashtak Churna |
| Throat disorders | Yashtimadhu / Khadiradi |
| Fever with Kapha | Tribhuvan Kirti Ras (under supervision) |
Patient Profile
| Ideal | Contraindications/ Caution |
| Children or adults with weak appetite and low Agni | Active gastritis or severe Pitta aggravation |
| Patients with loose stools that need mild binding | High-grade fever without Ama pachana plan |
| Individuals with voice strain / throat irritation | Hypertensives (if variant contains Lavana) |
| People prone to seasonal cough, cold, Kapha imbalance | Diabetics (presence of Mishri; adjust dose) |
| Patients with indigestion after heavy or irregular meals | Very young infants, unless supervised |
Practitioner Tips
- Works best when dose is adjusted by Agni strength:
- Mridu Agni (sensitive): 1 g after meals
- Mandagni (weak): 2–3 g twice daily
- For public speakers / singers, give with honey for throat clarity.
- For travel-induced loose stools, combine with ORS and give small divided doses.
- For post-meal heaviness, give with warm water.
Check Sensory Markers (Organoleptic)
Ask a sample before a bulk purchase, to quickly judge by checking the general parameters of quality which may differ from the reference:
- Appearance: Uniform fine powder, light-to-medium brown
- Aroma: Pleasant, warm, aromatic notes of cinnamon, cardamom, and pippali
- Taste: Mildly sweet-spicy-sour due to anardana & Mishri
- Touch: Smooth, slightly oily feel from spice oils
Note :
Price variation happens due to preparation reference, the quality of ingredients, processing techniques, quality management, manufacturing reputation & standards followed.
Disclaimer
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This guideline is based on Ayurvedic classical principles and intended for educational use. Practitioners should use their clinical judgment, patient assessment, and individualised protocol before prescribing in actual clinical settings.