Kankayan Vati – for Agni, Grahani & Arsha

Kankayan Vati is a classical Ayurvedic formulation widely used for Mandagni (low digestive fire), Grahani-related disorders, Arsha (piles/hemorrhoids) and Pandu (anemia-like conditions).
Prepared using a combination of Deepana–Pachana, Vatanulomana, and Kapha-reducing herbs, this formulation supports digestive strength, bowel regularity, and healthy metabolism.

Reference

चक्रदत्त, अर्शोधिकार ३८-४२

पथ्यायपञ्चपलान्येकसजाज्या मरिचस्य च ॥३८॥
पिप्पलीपिप्पलीमूलचव्यचित्रकनागरा:।
पलाभिवृद्धा: ऋमको यावक्षरपलद्वयम ॥३९॥
भल्लातकपलान्यष्टौ कन्दस्तु द्विगुणो मतः।
द्विगुणेन गुडेनैषां वटकानक्षसंमितान् ॥४०॥
कृत्वैनं भक्षयेत्प्रातस्तऋमम्भोऽनु वा पिबेत्।
मन्दाग्नि दीपयत्येषा ग्रहणीपाण्डुरोगनुत् ॥४१॥
कांकायनेन शिष्येभ्य: शस्त्रक्षारा ग्निभिर्विना।
भिषग्जितमिति प्रोक्तं श्रेष्ठमर्शोंविकारिणाम्॥४२॥ - चक्रदत्त, अर्शोधिकार ३८-४२

Key Benefits

• Enhances digestion (Deepana–Pachana)
• Supports management of Grahani (IBS-like conditions)
• Useful in Arsha (piles) due to Vatanulomana & stool regulation
• Reduces Ama, bloating, and heaviness after meals
• Supports the formation of healthy blood and is beneficial in Pandu
• Balances Vata & Kapha Dosha at the level of Agni and Pakwashaya
• Improves metabolism and gut motility

Key Ingredients

Haritaki, Safed Jeerak, Marich, Pippali, Pippalimula, Chavya, Chitrak, Sunthi, Yavakshar, Bhilama, Jamikand, Guda (Ingredients may vary slightly as per classical reference or manufacturer).

How to Use

• Dose: 1–2 tablets, twice daily after food, Take with buttermilk or warm water (as per practitioner advice)
• Duration: 4–12 weeks, depending on severity and chronicity

Safety & Precautions

• Avoid in pregnancy and children below 12 years
• Use with caution in hyperacidity, Pitta-dominant patients
• Patients with hypertension should avoid excessive Yavakshar-based formulations
• In cases of bleeding piles, dose should be adjusted
• Store in a cool and dry place
• Not a substitute for emergency medical care

Practitioner’s Guide (Clinical Use)

Dosha-Based Indications

• Vata Dominance: Irregular stools, constipation with bloating, gas, dryness & abdominal cramps. Use with ghee or warm water
• Kapha Dominance: Heaviness after meals, thick stools, sluggish metabolism, excess mucus with stools. Use with hot water or Trikatu
• Pitta Dominance (Use Cautiously): Burning sensation, loose stools & high acidity. Prefer lower dose or combine with cooling herbs

Recommended Combinations

Patient Profile

Practitioner Tips

• Always assess Koshta (Bowel Nature):
  • Mridu Koshta: Use low dose
  • Madhyam Koshta: Standard dose
  • Krura Koshta: Combine with mild laxatives like Isabgol
• Works best when combined with Takra (buttermilk) in lunch for Grahani patients.
• Avoid cold, heavy, oily foods during treatment period.

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:

• Colour: Brown to dark brown, depending on jaggery & herbs
• Odour: Strong pungent aroma of Pippali, Chitrak, and Jeerak
• Taste: Katu (Pungent), Tikta (Bitter), Slightly Madhura due to Guda
• Texture: Firm, smooth tablets; not overly soft

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.