BALCHATURBHADRA: THE WONDER DRUG IN AYURVEDA FOR CHILDREN
Dr. Sushant Bhandari* and Dr. Achyut Acharya
Balchaturbhadra, also known as Balacaturbhadrika Churna, is a classical Ayurvedic polyherbal formulation widely employed in the management of pediatric ailments. Comprised of four potent herbs—Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Pippali (Piper longum), Ativisha (Aconitum heterophyllum), and Karkata Sringi (Pistacia integerrima)—this formulation offers a broad spectrum of therapeutic actions. It is particularly effective in treating common childhood conditions such as fever, cough, diarrhea, vomiting, and respiratory tract infections. This review provides a comprehensive evaluation of Balchaturbhadra’s traditional indications, pharmacological foundations, formulation characteristics, and its growing relevance within contemporary pediatric healthcare.
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