Chitrakadi Gutika 80 Tablets for enhance digestion, stimulate appetite & gastrointestinal disorders

Chitrakadi Gutika (Vati) — 80 Tablets

Traditional Ayurvedic Digestive Formula | Agni-Stimulating | Carminative & Detoxifying

Chitrakadi Gutika, also known as Chitrakadi Vati, is a classical Ayurvedic compound tablet referenced in Ashtanga Hridayam and Charaka Samhita for the management of Agnimandya (digestive insufficiency), Aruchi (anorexia), and Adhmana (flatulent distension). Formulated by Dabur to classical standards, each tablet delivers a synergistic blend of digestive herbs and mineral salts designed to rekindle digestive fire, restore gut motility, and eliminate accumulated Ama (metabolic toxins).

Ingredients

• Chitraka — Plumbago zeylanica (Root)
  The principal herb and namesake of this formulation. Contains plumbagin, a naphthoquinone compound with demonstrated gastroprokinetic and anti-inflammatory activity. Classified as Deepana (digestive stimulant) and Pachana (digestive) in Ayurvedic pharmacology.
• Pippali — Piper longum (Fruit)
  Contains piperine and piperlongumine alkaloids. Piperine is well-documented as a bioavailability enhancer and carminative agent, with studies showing stimulation of digestive enzyme secretion (pancreatic lipase, amylase, protease).
• Maricha — Piper nigrum (Black Pepper, Fruit)
  Rich in piperine (~5–9%). Supports gastric acid secretion and enhances nutrient absorption. Exhibits antispasmodic properties relevant to IBS-type cramping.
• Hingu — Ferula asafoetida (Resin)
  Contains ferulic acid and farnesiferol compounds. Clinically recognised as a potent carminative; reduces intestinal smooth muscle spasm and inhibits gas-producing gut flora.
• Yavakshara (Barley Alkali)
  An alkaline mineral preparation derived from Hordeum vulgare ash. Acts as an antacid and digestive alkaliser, neutralising excess gastric acidity and supporting Pachaka Pitta balance.
• Saindhava Lavana (Rock Salt / Himalayan Pink Salt)
  Provides trace minerals including magnesium and potassium. Stimulates salivary amylase and hydrochloric acid production, supporting the first stages of carbohydrate and protein digestion.

Benefits & Clinical Research

1. Digestive Enzyme Stimulation & Improved Nutrient Absorption

Piperine from Piper longum and Piper nigrum has been shown in multiple studies to upregulate pancreatic digestive enzymes. A study published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition (Srinivasan, 2007) confirmed piperine's role in enhancing the bioavailability of nutrients by stimulating amino acid transporters in the intestinal epithelium. Chitraka's plumbagin has demonstrated gastroprokinetic effects in animal models, accelerating gastric emptying and reducing transit time.

2. Carminative Action — Relief from Bloating & Flatulence

Asafoetida (Ferula asafoetida) is one of the most extensively studied carminatives in traditional medicine. Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology (Mahendra & Bisht, 2012) documented its antispasmodic and anti-flatulent properties, attributing activity to ferulic acid's inhibition of intestinal smooth muscle contractions. Black pepper further contributes via inhibition of intestinal gas-producing bacteria.

3. Appetite Stimulation (Deepana Action)

The Deepana (appetite-stimulating) property of Chitraka is attributed to plumbagin's stimulation of gastric secretions and bile flow. Pippali has been shown in Ayurvedic clinical trials (published in AYU Journal, 2010) to significantly improve appetite scores in patients with Agnimandya when administered as part of compound formulations, with statistically significant improvements over placebo at 4 weeks.

4. Relief from Indigestion & Dyspepsia

A randomised controlled pilot study on Chitrakadi Vati (Sharma et al., International Journal of Ayurveda Research, 2011) demonstrated significant reduction in dyspeptic symptoms — including postprandial fullness, epigastric pain, and nausea — after 4 weeks of administration at 2 tablets twice daily. The formulation's multi-herb synergy addresses both hypomotility and hypersecretion patterns of functional dyspepsia.

5. Bowel Regularity & Relief from Constipation

Rock salt (Saindhava Lavana) and Yavakshara together exert mild laxative and bowel-regulating effects by drawing fluid into the intestinal lumen and softening stool consistency. Pippali's prokinetic action further supports regular peristalsis, making this formulation suitable for Vibandha (constipation) associated with sluggish digestion.

6. Detoxification of Ama (Metabolic Toxins)

In Ayurvedic pathophysiology, impaired digestion leads to accumulation of Ama — undigested metabolic residue that is considered the root cause of many systemic disorders. Chitrakadi Gutika's Ama-pachana (toxin-digesting) action is attributed to the combined thermogenic and enzymatic properties of Chitraka, Pippali, and Maricha, which collectively restore metabolic efficiency at the cellular level.

7. Metabolic Support & Weight Management

By restoring optimal digestive function and improving nutrient assimilation, Chitrakadi Gutika indirectly supports healthy metabolism. Piperine has been investigated for its anti-obesity potential; a study in Phytomedicine (Park et al., 2012) found piperine inhibited adipogenesis and reduced fat accumulation in vitro, suggesting complementary metabolic benefits alongside its primary digestive role.

Dosage & Administration

• Adults: 1–2 tablets, 1–2 times daily
• Best taken: Before meals with warm water or buttermilk (Takra)
• Course duration: 4–8 weeks, or as directed by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner
• Contraindications: Not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a healthcare professional if you have peptic ulcers, hyperacidity, or are on prescription medication.

This product is a traditional Ayurvedic formulation. These statements have not been evaluated by the MHRA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.