{"product_id":"balbhadra-churna-shanker-40-gm","title":"Bal Bhadra Churna (Balachaturbhadra) – Ayurvedic Children's Powder – Shree Shanker – 40 g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rh-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.rh-desc{font-family:inherit;color:#2c302d;line-height:1.66;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;font-size:1.02em}.rh-desc h2{color:#18543a;font-weight:600;font-size:1.28em;margin:1.5em 0 .35em;border-bottom:1px solid #e3ebe5;padding-bottom:.25em}.rh-desc h3{color:#18543a;font-weight:600;font-size:1.05em;margin:1.1em 0 .2em}.rh-desc p{margin:.55em 0}.rh-aeo{background:#f4f8f5;border-left:4px solid #18543a;padding:14px 18px;border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 .6em}.rh-byline{font-size:.9em;color:#5a655e;font-style:italic;margin:.2em 0 1em}.rh-desc table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:.6em 0;font-size:.95em}.rh-desc th{background:#18543a;color:#fff;text-align:left;padding:8px 10px}.rh-desc td{border-bottom:1px solid #e3ebe5;padding:7px 10px;vertical-align:top}.rh-cite{background:#fbf7f2;border:1px solid #ecdcc9;border-left:4px solid #c46a1f;padding:12px 16px;border-radius:6px;margin:.6em 0;font-size:.95em}.rh-safety{background:#fdf3f3;border:1px solid #f0d3d3;border-left:4px solid #c0392b;padding:12px 16px;border-radius:6px;margin:.6em 0}.rh-mesh{background:#f4f8f5;border-radius:6px;padding:12px 16px;margin:.6em 0}.rh-mesh a{color:#18543a;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none}.rh-trust{border-top:2px solid #18543a;margin-top:1.4em;padding-top:.8em;font-size:.92em;color:#3a463f}.rh-badge{display:inline-block;background:#eef4f0;color:#18543a;border-radius:14px;padding:3px 11px;margin:3px 4px 3px 0;font-size:.85em}.rh-guj{background:#f4f8f5;border-left:4px solid #c46a1f;padding:10px 16px;border-radius:6px;margin:.7em 0;color:#2c302d}.rh-desc .acc{color:#c46a1f}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-aeo\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBal Bhadra Churna by Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy is an Ayurvedic proprietary children's churna built around the classical Balachaturbhadra idea — a Kaumarabhritya powder of Karkatashringi, Musta, Pippali-group and supporting digestive herbs, traditionally taken with honey. Net 40 g. Use as directed by your Vaidya.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rh-byline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviewed by Dr. Riddhish Padiya\u003c\/strong\u003e — B.Pharm (Ayurveda), M.Pharm (Pharmacognosy), Ph.D. (Dravyaguna), ITRA Jamnagar. Publications under “Padiya RH”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Bal Bhadra Churna (Shanker)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBal Bhadra Churna is Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy's proprietary children's churna in the Balachaturbhadra tradition — a Kaumarabhritya powder classically taken with Madhu (honey). Alongside the classical four-herb idea it carries supporting Deepana-Pachana (digestive) and Grahi (absorbent) dravyas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the genuine Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy preparation (GMP- and ISO-certified facility), supplied by Riddhish Herbals with a bill and doctor-guided selection. The composition below is reproduced from the approved pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe classical Balachaturbhadra Sanskara\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalachaturbhadra (Bala = child, Chatur = four, Bhadra = auspicious\/beneficial) is one of the best-known classical Kaumarabhritya (Ayurvedic paediatric) formulations. It is first described in \u003cem\u003eChakradatta\u003c\/em\u003e and appears again in \u003cem\u003eBhaishajya Ratnavali\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eYoga Ratnakara\u003c\/em\u003e, classically indicated in Balaroga — the childhood presentations of Jwara (fever), Atisara (loose motions), Chhardi (vomiting) and Kasa (cough).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four herbs are Musta (\u003cem\u003eCyperus rotundus\u003c\/em\u003e), Pippali (\u003cem\u003ePiper longum\u003c\/em\u003e), Ativisha (\u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e) and Karkatashringi (\u003cem\u003ePistacia integerrima\u003c\/em\u003e), classically given with Madhu (honey) as the anupana. Ativisha here is \u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e — the classically non-poisonous Aconite species traditionally regarded as safe for children, distinct from the toxic Vatsanabha. These classical indications are stated as a matter of textual record; they are not medical claims, and the dose for a child is always set by your Vaidya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch on the Constituents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-cite\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"acc\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNagarajan, Kuruvilla, Kumar \u0026amp; Venkatasubramanian (2015)\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eJournal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine\u003c\/em\u003e 6(2):121-133. A peer-reviewed review of the pharmacology of Ativisha (\u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e) and Musta (\u003cem\u003eCyperus rotundus\u003c\/em\u003e) — two of the four classical Balachaturbhadra herbs — noting their traditionally described antipyretic, carminative and Grahi (absorbent) actions in Ayurveda. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26167002\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePubMed PMID 26167002\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:.88em;color:#8a6a45;\"\u003eResults were observed under study conditions. Individual results may vary. This is shared for general educational interest and is not a medical claim. Consult your Ayurvedic physician before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition (label-verified)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient (label)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical \/ note\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProportion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChapla\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#8a6a45\"\u003e(as printed on pack)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCyperus Rotundus (Musta \/ Nagarmotha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCyperus rotundus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePistacia Integerrima (Karkatashringi)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003ePistacia integerrima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHemidesmus Indicus (Anantmool \/ Sariva)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eHemidesmus indicus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmbelia Ribes (Vidanga)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eEmbelia ribes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvyatha (Ativisha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVakhamo (Vacha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcorus calamus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e04%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:.86em;color:#6a7a72;\"\u003eReproduced from the approved Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy pack. Net 40 g. Mfg. Lic. No. GA\/1153; manufactured by Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy, Changodar, Ahmedabad, in a GMP- and ISO-certified facility. 'Avyatha' is a classical synonym of Ativisha (\u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e); 'Vakhamo' is the vernacular for Vacha (\u003cem\u003eAcorus calamus\u003c\/em\u003e); 'Chapla' is shown exactly as printed, without a botanical, since the pack gives none. Variable data (batch, mfg\/expiry, printed MRP) lives on the physical pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally taken with Madhu (honey) as the anupana. Give as directed by your Ayurvedic physician (Vaidya), who sets the correct age-appropriate dose for your child. A paediatric dose is not printed here on purpose — it belongs with your Vaidya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Can Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor children, as a Kaumarabhritya (paediatric) churna, in the age-appropriate dose set by your Ayurvedic physician. If your child is on any medication or has any health condition, use only on your Vaidya's advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-safety\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBal Bhadra Churna is a classical-style paediatric Ayurvedic churna. The Ativisha (Avyatha) in it is the classically non-poisonous Aconite species (\u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e). It is best given to a child under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic physician (Vaidya). Keep out of reach of children except at dosing time. Results may vary from child to child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the jar tightly closed and out of reach of children except at dosing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Balachaturbhadra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalachaturbhadra (also written Bal Chaturbhadra \/ Balchaturbhadra) is a classical Ayurvedic Kaumarabhritya (paediatric) formulation of four herbs — Musta, Pippali, Ativisha and Karkatashringi — described in Chakradatta and Bhaishajya Ratnavali, traditionally given to children with honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Bal Bhadra Churna contain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the label-verified composition table on this page — it is reproduced exactly from the approved pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Ativisha in this safe for children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ativisha used in Balachaturbhadra is \u003cem\u003eAconitum heterophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e, the classically non-poisonous Aconite species that Ayurvedic texts specifically regard as suitable for children — different from the toxic Aconite (Vatsanabha). As with any paediatric medicine, give it only under a qualified Ayurvedic physician's guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the alternate names \/ spellings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalachaturbhadra is also written Bal Chaturbhadra, Balchaturbhadra, Bala Chaturbhadra or Bal Bhadra. The four-herb classical churna is the reference formulation; proprietary syrups and churnas may add supporting herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it traditionally given?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassically it is given to children with Madhu (honey) as the anupana. The correct age-appropriate dose is set by your Ayurvedic physician (Vaidya); follow the pack or your Vaidya's advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Bal Bhadra Churna genuine at Riddhish Herbals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is the genuine Shree Shanker Ayurvedic Pharmacy product, supplied by Riddhish Herbals with a bill and doctor-guided selection since 2015, with pan-India delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHas Balachaturbhadra been studied scientifically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A peer-reviewed review in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine examined the pharmacology of Ativisha and Musta, two of its four herbs. See the research note on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, keep the pack tightly closed, and keep out of reach of children except at dosing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the churna different from the syrup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe churna is the traditional powder form, taken with honey; the syrup is a palatable ready-to-use liquid. Both sit in the Balachaturbhadra children's tradition — choose by your child's preference and your Vaidya's advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated at Riddhish Herbals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-mesh\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/balchaturbhadra-churna-100-gm\"\u003eBalchaturbhadra Churna (classical four-herb powder)\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bal-chaturbhadra-syp-ph-100-ml\"\u003eBal Chaturbhadra Syrup – Panchamrut\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bal-bhadra-syrup-shanker-100-ml\"\u003eBal Bhadra Syrup – Shanker\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/suvarna-shakti-bindu-swarna-prashan-drops\"\u003eSuvarna Shakti Bindu – Swarna Prashan (Shanker)\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kids-ayurveda\"\u003eKids \u0026amp; Paediatric Ayurveda\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rh-trust\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003eSince 2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003eGenuine Products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003eBill Provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003eDoctor-Guided Selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003e4000+ Ayurvedic Products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003e130+ Trusted Brands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rh-badge\"\u003ePan-India Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"rh-guj\"\u003eરીધ્ધીશ હર્બલ્સ — ગુજરાતનો વિશ્વાસપાત્ર આયુર્વેદિક સ્ટોર, જ્યાં સાચી સલાહ અને genuine Ayurvedic products એક જ જગ્યાએ મળે છે.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is Balachaturbhadra?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Balachaturbhadra (also written Bal Chaturbhadra \/ Balchaturbhadra) is a classical Ayurvedic Kaumarabhritya (paediatric) formulation of four herbs — Musta, Pippali, Ativisha and Karkatashringi — described in Chakradatta and Bhaishajya Ratnavali, traditionally given to children with honey.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does Bal Bhadra Churna contain?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"See the label-verified composition table on this page — it is reproduced exactly from the approved pack.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the Ativisha in this safe for children?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The Ativisha used in Balachaturbhadra is Aconitum heterophyllum, the classically non-poisonous Aconite species that Ayurvedic texts specifically regard as suitable for children — different from the toxic Aconite (Vatsanabha). 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