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Patha for Inflammation

Sanskrit: पाठा | Cissampelos pareira Linn.

How Patha helps with Inflammation according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

Overview

Patha is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for inflammation. Patha (Cissampelos pareira) is a well-known climbing plant used extensively in Ayurveda. The root is the main part used. Two types of Patha are described: Rajpatha (large Patha = Cyclea peltata or Cyclea burmanni) and Laghupatha (small Patha = Cissampelos pareira). Patha is one of the important Deepaniya (appetizer) drugs. The root is bitter and pungent with hot potency. It is used in digestive disorders, diarrhoea, fevers, piles, and urinary complaints. It is described as having heart-shaped or kidney-shaped leaves. The stem is slender and twining. The plant climbs using leaf tendrils. The root contains bitter alkaloids. It is an important ingredient in many classical Ayurvedic formulations for digestive disorders. Rajapatha (Cyclea peltata) has leaves 3-5 inches round, while Laghupatha is smaller. Both contain Saponin. Dose: root powder 1-2 masha; decoction 1-2 tola.

How Patha Helps with Inflammation

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Patha has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing inflammation:

  • Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
  • Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
  • Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Katu (pungent)
  • Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Tikshna (sharp)

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Also Known As
English: Velvet Leaf
Sanskrit: पाठा, पृश्निपर्णी, अम्बष्ठा, वरातिक्ता, एकपर्णी
Hindi: पाठा, पाढ़

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See all herbs for inflammation on the Inflammation page.

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.