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Dhamaso Churna (Duralabha) – Fagonia arabica – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
Dhamaso Churna (Duralabha) – Fagonia arabica – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
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Dhamaso Churna from Riddhish Herbals is the powder of Dhamasa — Fagonia arabica, a small thorny desert herb classically associated with the name Duralabha. In Ayurveda it is Tikta (bitter) and Sheeta (cooling), a Pitta-Rakta settling, broadly Tridosha-friendly dravya traditionally used to cool and settle. Researchers have studied its phytochemical constituents. Each pack is genuine, bill-provided material from a doctor-guided store operating since 2015.
About Dhamaso Churna (Dhamasa / Fagonia)
Dhamasa — Fagonia arabica — is a small, thorny herb of the dry lands, known in Gujarat as Dhamaso and classically associated with the name Duralabha, meaning ‘difficult to obtain’. This churna is the milled whole herb, a bitter, cooling dravya of the classical tradition.
Riddhish Herbals supplies it as a clean single-material powder under our doctor-guided selection standard, with a bill on every order. Its bitter, cooling character is the quality Ayurveda has long turned to for settling Pitta and the blood.
Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Classical texts describe Dhamasa (Duralabha) as Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent), Sheeta (cooling), with a Pitta-Rakta settling and broadly Tridosha-friendly character. It is classically grouped among the Jwaraghna dravyas — the cooling herbs traditionally kept close in warm seasons.
In classical practice Dhamasa is used as a churna or a cooling decoction, chosen for Pitta-predominant and blood-heat situations, always within a physician-guided routine. The amount and anupana are matched to each person by a Vaidya.
Key Features
- Pure Dhamasa powder: single-material Fagonia arabica (Dhamaso), nothing blended in.
- The classical Duralabha: a small thorny desert herb classically associated with the name Duralabha (‘difficult to obtain’).
- Tikta & Sheeta: classically bitter and cooling, a Pitta-Rakta settling dravya.
- Tridosha-friendly tradition: long valued in Ayurveda as a broadly balancing herb.
- A blood-cooling classical dravya: traditionally used to cool and settle in the classical style.
- Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every pack; a store trusted since 2015.
Research on the Constituents
◆ Researchers investigated the phytochemical constituents and biological activities of Fagonia arabica — (Mahmoud NN et al., 2025 — AMB Express). PubMed PMID: 40751117
Results 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.
Ingredients (single-material, label-verified)
| Ingredient | Botanical (part) | Plant Part | Proportion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhamasa / Duralabha | Fagonia arabica L. (Zygophyllaceae) | Whole herb (Panchanga) | 100% single material |
Single-material genuine Dhamasa (Fagonia arabica) whole-herb powder. No fillers, colours or preservatives added. A classical bitter, cooling dravya. Confirm details against the physical pack label.
How to Use
As directed by your Ayurvedic physician. A common traditional reference is about 3–5 g of the powder with warm water, twice daily, or prepared as a cooling decoction. The quantity and anupan are matched to you by a Vaidya.
Who Can Use It
Suitable for most adults as a classical cooling herb within a physician-guided routine. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician before use if you are pregnant, lactating, on medication, or managing a health condition. Not intended for young children except on a physician's advice.
Safety Information
Dhamasa (Duralabha) is a mild, cooling classical herb powder used within a physician-guided routine. Use it in the amount your physician advises. If you are pregnant, lactating, on medication, or managing any condition, consult your physician before use. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the pack tightly closed after each use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dhamaso Churna?
It is the whole-herb powder of Dhamasa (Fagonia arabica), a small thorny desert herb classically associated with the name Duralabha — a Tikta (bitter), Sheeta (cooling), Pitta-Rakta settling dravya.
Why is it called Duralabha?
Duralabha is a classical Sanskrit name meaning ‘difficult to obtain’, reflecting the herb’s traditionally prized nature. In Gujarat the herb is commonly called Dhamaso.
What are the alternate names of Dhamasa?
Duralabha, Dhanvayasa or Duhsparsha (Sanskrit), Dhamasa or Damahan (Hindi), Dhamaso (Gujarati); in English Fagonia or Virgin’s Mantle. Botanically Fagonia arabica.
What are its classical properties?
Classical texts describe Dhamasa as Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent), Sheeta (cooling), Pitta-Rakta settling and broadly Tridosha-friendly, grouped among the classical Jwaraghna dravyas.
How is it traditionally used?
Classically about 3–5 g of the powder is taken with warm water, or made into a cooling decoction, as advised by your Ayurvedic physician.
Is this AYUSH- or GMP-made?
This is a raw single-herb powder in Riddhish Herbals' own pack. Any AYUSH or GMP mark would appear on the physical pack — we state such marks only where verified on the pack.
Is Dhamasa the same as Javasa (Alhagi)?
The classical name Duralabha/Dhanvayasa is used in different traditions for Dhamasa (Fagonia arabica) and for Javasa (Alhagi). This product is Dhamasa, Fagonia arabica — confirm the botanical against the pack.
Has Fagonia arabica been studied scientifically?
Yes — researchers have investigated its phytochemical constituents and biological activities (Mahmoud NN et al., 2025, AMB Express). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.
How should I store Dhamaso Churna?
Keep it in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture and sunlight, and use a clean, dry spoon.
Regional Names & Spelling Variants
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Local / common | Dhamaso / Dhamasa (ધામાસો / धमासा) |
| Sanskrit | Duralabha, Dhanvayasa, Duhsparsha (दुरालभा / धन्वयास) |
| Hindi | Dhamasa, Damahan (धमासा) |
| Gujarati | Dhamaso (ધામાસો) |
| Marathi | Dhamasa (romanised) |
| Bengali | Duralabha (romanised) |
| Tamil | Dhamasa / Fagonia (romanised) |
| Telugu | Dhamasa / Fagonia (romanised) |
| Kannada | Dhamasa / Fagonia (romanised) |
| Malayalam | Dhamasa / Fagonia (romanised) |
| English + Botanical | Fagonia / Virgin's Mantle — Fagonia arabica L. (Zygophyllaceae) — whole herb |
| Search variants | dhamaso, dhamasa, duralabha, dhanvayasa, fagonia arabica, fagonia, virgin's mantle, dhamaso churna, damahan |
| Common misspellings | dhamasa churna, dhamaso churan, fagonia arabca, duralbha, dhamah |
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