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Giloy scientifically known as Tinospora cordifolia is a revered Ayurvedic climber often called Amrita or Nectar. Primarily using the stem it acts as a powerful rejuvenator known as Rasayana and strength promoter known as Balya. According to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India it possesses Bitter and Astringent tastes with Light quality and Hot potency yet has a unique Sweet post digestive effect allowing it to balance all three doshas particularly Pitta and Kapha. It is the premier herb for treating various fevers including chronic and intermittent types. Clinically it is indicated for skin diseases gout jaundice anemia and diabetes due to its blood purifying properties. The recommended dosage is 3 to 6 grams of powder or 20 to 30 grams for decoction.
Giloy, scientifically known as Tinospora cordifolia, is a celebrated herb in Ayurveda, often referred to as Amṛtā (Nectar) due to its ability to impart longevity and vitality. It is a perennial climber with succulent stems and heart-shaped leaves. In Ayurveda, it is classified as a powerful Rasāyana (rejuvenator) and Tridoṣaśāmaka (balancer of all three doshas). It is highly valued for its immunomodulatory, anti-pyretic (fever-reducing), and blood-purifying properties.
Giloy is a large, glabrous, perennial climber found throughout tropical India. It has fleshy stems and sends down aerial roots. The dried stem is the primary part used in medicine. In Ayurveda, it is considered a "Divine Herb" (Amṛtā) because it restores health and vitality. It acts as a tonic (Balya) and is extensively used to treat chronic fevers and improve digestion.
According to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Giloy possesses the following qualities:
Giloy is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
The recommended dosage according to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India is:
Giloy is generally considered safe and non-toxic when used in recommended dosages. It is a key ingredient in formulations for children, such as Bāla Caturbhadrikā Cūrṇa, indicating its safety profile for pediatric use.
WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants
(World Health Organization – standards for medicinal plant materials)
https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/42052
WHO Global Report on Traditional and Complementary Medicine
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241515436
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) – Guduchi
https://www.ayush.gov.in
PubMed – Tinospora cordifolia Research Articles
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Tinospora+cordifolia
ScienceDirect – Pharmacological Studies on Tinospora cordifolia
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/tinospora-cordifolia
SpringerLink – Immunomodulatory & Clinical Research on Guduchi
https://link.springer.com
Wiley Online Library – Tinospora cordifolia Studies
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu – Guduchyadi Varga
https://niimh.nic.in/ebooks
Dhanvantari Nighantu – Guduchi Description
https://niimh.nic.in/ebooks
Q. Can it be taken daily?
Yes, as a Rasāyana (rejuvenator), it can be taken daily to boost immunity and vitality.
Q. When should it be taken?
It is often taken in the morning or as directed by a physician. For fever, it is often administered as a decoction.
Q. Can it be taken with milk/water?
Yes. The powder can be taken with warm water. In some formulations like Guḍūcyādi Modaka, it is processed with jaggery and aromatics.
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MD Pharmacology, MBBS
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Reviewed by medical experts • For informational purposes only
Giloy scientifically known as Tinospora cordifolia is a revered Ayurvedic climber often called Amrita or Nectar. Primarily using the stem it acts as a powerful rejuvenator known as Rasayana and strength promoter known as Balya. According to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India it possesses Bitter and Astringent tastes with Light quality and Hot potency yet has a unique Sweet post digestive effect allowing it to balance all three doshas particularly Pitta and Kapha. It is the premier herb for treating various fevers including chronic and intermittent types. Clinically it is indicated for skin diseases gout jaundice anemia and diabetes due to its blood purifying properties. The recommended dosage is 3 to 6 grams of powder or 20 to 30 grams for decoction.
Giloy, scientifically known as Tinospora cordifolia, is a celebrated herb in Ayurveda, often referred to as Amṛtā (Nectar) due to its ability to impart longevity and vitality. It is a perennial climber with succulent stems and heart-shaped leaves. In Ayurveda, it is classified as a powerful Rasāyana (rejuvenator) and Tridoṣaśāmaka (balancer of all three doshas). It is highly valued for its immunomodulatory, anti-pyretic (fever-reducing), and blood-purifying properties.
Giloy is a large, glabrous, perennial climber found throughout tropical India. It has fleshy stems and sends down aerial roots. The dried stem is the primary part used in medicine. In Ayurveda, it is considered a "Divine Herb" (Amṛtā) because it restores health and vitality. It acts as a tonic (Balya) and is extensively used to treat chronic fevers and improve digestion.
According to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Giloy possesses the following qualities:
Giloy is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
The recommended dosage according to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India is:
Giloy is generally considered safe and non-toxic when used in recommended dosages. It is a key ingredient in formulations for children, such as Bāla Caturbhadrikā Cūrṇa, indicating its safety profile for pediatric use.
WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants
(World Health Organization – standards for medicinal plant materials)
https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/42052
WHO Global Report on Traditional and Complementary Medicine
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241515436
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) – Guduchi
https://www.ayush.gov.in
PubMed – Tinospora cordifolia Research Articles
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Tinospora+cordifolia
ScienceDirect – Pharmacological Studies on Tinospora cordifolia
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/tinospora-cordifolia
SpringerLink – Immunomodulatory & Clinical Research on Guduchi
https://link.springer.com
Wiley Online Library – Tinospora cordifolia Studies
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu – Guduchyadi Varga
https://niimh.nic.in/ebooks
Dhanvantari Nighantu – Guduchi Description
https://niimh.nic.in/ebooks
Q. Can it be taken daily?
Yes, as a Rasāyana (rejuvenator), it can be taken daily to boost immunity and vitality.
Q. When should it be taken?
It is often taken in the morning or as directed by a physician. For fever, it is often administered as a decoction.
Q. Can it be taken with milk/water?
Yes. The powder can be taken with warm water. In some formulations like Guḍūcyādi Modaka, it is processed with jaggery and aromatics.
Written By
Sathyaprek
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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