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Sitopaladi Churna 100g | Ayucare | Classical Ayurvedic Powder
Sitopaladi Churna 100g | Ayucare | Classical Ayurvedic Powder
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Ayucare Sitopaladi Churna (100 g) is a classical Ayurvedic five-ingredient powder (churna) traditionally valued for respiratory and seasonal wellness. It combines Misri/Sitopala (sugar candy from Saccharum officinarum), Vanshlochan (bamboo manna), Pippali (long pepper), Ela (cardamom) and Twak (cinnamon), following the classical Sitopaladi proportion. Manufactured by Ayucare Pharmaceutical under Ayurvedic licence GA/1491 in a GMP-certified facility, and sold genuine by Riddhish Herbals.
About Ayucare Sitopaladi Churna
The classic five-herb respiratory churna, in a value 100 g pack from Ayucare.
Few formulations are as widely kept in Indian homes as Sitopaladi Churna. The name comes from Sitopala — sugar candy — the sweet, cooling base that carries the four warming, aromatic herbs and makes the powder easy to take, even for children under guidance. This 100 g pack is prepared by Ayucare Pharmaceutical and sourced genuine by Riddhish Herbals.
Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Sitopaladi Churna is documented across classical Ayurvedic literature, including the Bhaishajya Ratnavali and Sharangdhara Samhita, with its therapeutic roots in the Charaka Samhita's Rajayakshma chapter. The formula is classically described as a kapha–vata balancing churna for kasa (cough), shwasa (breathing comfort), jwara (fever) and arochaka (loss of taste). The sweet, cooling Sitopala and Vanshlochan are deliberately offset by pungent Pippali and warming Twak, so the churna soothes the throat and chest while remaining gentle. Its deepana–pachana qualities also make it traditionally valued for appetite and digestion.
Key Features
- Classical five-herb formula — Misri, Vanshlochan, Pippali, Ela, Twak in the traditional Sitopaladi proportion.
- Text-documented — described in Bhaishajya Ratnavali and Sharangdhara Samhita, rooted in Charaka Samhita.
- Value 100 g pack — a larger size for regular seasonal use.
- Naturally palatable — the sugar-candy base makes it pleasant to take with honey or warm water.
- Balanced energetics — cooling and warming herbs combined as the classical authors intended.
- GMP-certified manufacture — made by Ayucare Pharmaceutical under licence GA/1491.
- Genuine & billed — sourced and sold by Riddhish Herbals, trusted across Gujarat since 2015.
Ingredients (Label-Verified)
- Misri / Sitopala (sugar candy, from Saccharum officinarum) — 53% — sweet, cooling base and anupana
- Vanshlochan (Bambusa bambos, syn. B. arundinacea) — bamboo manna / niryas — 25%
- Pippali (Piper longum) — fruit — 13%
- Choti Ela / Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) — seed — 6%
- Twak / Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanicum, syn. C. verum) — bark — 3%
Composition matches the printed pack label (Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1491; classical reference A.S.S. 606).
Research and Scientific References
Sitopaladi Churna has been studied as a complete formulation in the context of its traditionally described respiratory and allergic-wellness use. In one experimental study, the formulation was examined for anti-inflammatory and mast-cell–stabilising activity in laboratory models (Ahirwar, Ahirwar & Ram — Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology, 2008). A validated reversed-phase HPLC method was later developed to fingerprint and quality-assess the churna, confirming piperine as a marker constituent (Journal of Chromatographic Science, Oxford Academic, 2020; 58(10):961). The pungent component Pippali contains piperine, reviewed for its physiological effects and bio-enhancer role (Srinivasan, 2007 — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, PMID 17987447). Results observed in study conditions. Individual results may vary. Consult your Ayurvedic physician before use.
How to Use & Anupan
As directed by your Ayurvedic physician. Label guidance: 1–3 g (roughly ¼ to ½ teaspoon), two to three times daily. The traditional anupan (vehicle) is honey, or honey with ghee, or warm water.
Who Can Use It
Suitable for adults and, under qualified guidance, for children — the sweet base makes it easy to take. Because it contains Misri (sugar), those managing blood sugar should use it only under physician guidance. Pregnant or lactating women should use only under qualified Ayurvedic supervision.
Safety Information
This churna contains Misri (sugar) — those managing blood sugar should use it only under physician guidance. Use under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic physician, especially if you are pregnant, lactating, taking any medication, or managing any health condition. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, in an airtight container away from moisture. Recap the jar tightly after each use.
Regional Names & Spelling Variants
| Language | Regional Script | Romanised |
|---|---|---|
| Sanskrit / Hindi | सितोपलादि चूर्ण | Sitopaladi Churna |
| Gujarati | સિતોપલાદિ ચૂર્ણ | Sitopaladi Churna |
| Marathi | सितोपलादि चूर्ण | Sitopaladi Churna |
| Bengali | সিতোপলাদি চূর্ণ | Sitopaladi Churna |
| Tamil | சிதோபலாதி சூரணம் | Sitopaladi Sooranam |
| Telugu | సితోపలాది చూర్ణం | Sitopaladi Churnam |
| Kannada | ಸಿತೋಪಲಾದಿ ಚೂರ್ಣ | Sitopaladi Churna |
| Malayalam | സിതോപലാദി ചൂർണം | Sitopaladi Churnam |
| Botanical (key herbs) | — | Saccharum officinarum, Bambusa bambos, Piper longum, Elettaria cardamomum, Cinnamomum zeylanicum |
Common spellings & search terms: Shitopaladi Churna, Sitopaladi Churan, Sitopaladi Powder, Sitopaladi Choorna, Sitopaladyadi Churna.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this GMP certified? Who makes it?
It is manufactured by Ayucare Pharmaceutical (Moraiya, Ahmedabad) under Ayurvedic drug licence GA/1491, in a GMP-certified facility. Riddhish Herbals sources and sells it genuine, with a bill.
How is the 100 g Ayucare pack different from the 50 g?
Same classical five-herb formula — the 100 g is simply a larger, better-value size for households that use it regularly through the cough-and-cold season.
What is Sitopaladi Churna made of?
Five ingredients per the label: Misri (sugar candy) 53%, Vanshlochan (bamboo manna) 25%, Pippali (long pepper) 13%, Choti Ela (cardamom) 6% and Twak (cinnamon) 3%.
What are its alternate names and spellings?
Also written as Shitopaladi Churna, Sitopaladi Churan, Sitopaladi Powder or Sitopaladyadi Churna. In Gujarati, સિતોપલાદિ ચૂર્ણ.
Can I take it without a doctor?
It is a classical formulation used widely in daily wellness, but it is best taken under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic physician — especially for children, during pregnancy or lactation, or alongside other medication.
What is the recommended anupan?
The traditional vehicle is honey, or honey with ghee, or warm water. Honey is the most commonly used anupan for this churna.
How should I store it?
Keep the jar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, tightly recapped, so the powder stays dry and does not clump.
Has Sitopaladi Churna been studied scientifically?
Yes — published laboratory research has examined its anti-inflammatory and mast-cell–stabilising activity (RJPT, 2008) and its analytical quality fingerprint (J. Chromatographic Science, 2020). Results were observed under study conditions; individual results may vary.
Is it suitable for diabetics?
The base ingredient is sugar candy (Misri), so anyone managing blood sugar should use it only under physician guidance.
Prefer a smaller size or our own-brand option? See the Riddhish Sitopaladi Churna 50 g. Pippali is one of the five herbs — learn more in our Piper longum (Pippali) guide.
