Amlapitta as a Nidana of Hypertension: With Therapeutic Trial of Paniyabhakta Gutika

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Authors: Ankita Kumari, Surendra Kumar Sharma
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Abstract

The terms "Amla" (sour) and "Pitta" (gastric juice) combine to produce the phrase "Amlapitta". Pachaka Pitta, or gastric juice, is produced in greater amounts when there is Amlapitta. Pitta, or gastric juice, loses its typical bitter taste (alkaline) and gains more sourness (acidic) as a result of fermentation. This heightened sour quality is referred to as Amlapitta. It is a digestive illness brought on by abnormal pancreatic and stomach enzyme synthesis. It is referred to as Acid Peptic Disorder (APD) in medical study. It is referred to as Amlapitta in Ayurveda. It is a worldwide illness that is quite common. In 2021, an Indian study found that over 32% of people between the ages of 30 and 44 said they had. Acidity and indigestion were seen to be higher among older adults and seniors. Aasharya Aasharayi Bhava is associated with the Rakta Dhatu and Pitta Dosha. When Pitta Dosha becomes vitiated, Rasa and Rakta Dhatu's natural makeup is upset. Alterations in the typical components of both Dhatu and Vyana Vayu impact the latter's function; a decrease in Vyana Vayu influences blood circulation, and an increase in blood circulation can lead to Hypertension.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Traditional Chinese Medicine Studies Phytochemicals and Medicinal Plants Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
Volume
10
Issue
12
Pages
30–35
Publication date
16 January 2026