Regions Grown and Other Relevant Info
It is an erect annual herb found throughout the plains and forest parts of India
Ayurvedic Properties and Benefits
Kirathathiktha is indicated in fever, loss of appetite, constipation, and hepatomegaly. Kirathathiktha helps to purify blood and indicated in generalized edema. It is helpful in skin diseases and stimulates sweat production. The plant is useful in controlling excessive thirst, burning sensation, wounds, Malarial fever, diarrhoea, piles etc
Major Classical Ayurveda Medicines Containing the Drug
Kalameghasava, Pathyashadangam Kashayam, Kandakari kashayam, Dhanwantharam gulika