Reference : A.F.I. Part 1 – 20:09 (Rasendrasarasangreh, Krimichikitsa, verse 14)
Abstract
Soil-transmitted helminthiasis surges among children amid poor sanitation, toxin overload, weakened agni, and Kapha-Pitta aggravation, yet Ayurveda offers holistic relief through krimighna (anti-parasitic) action, gut detoxification, and vitality restoration. Ayurveda links Gandupada Krmi roga (intestinal worm infestations like Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, and hookworms) from fecal contamination to chronic malnutrition, anemia, stunting, and cognitive deficits, exacerbated by low socioeconomic status and monsoon vulnerability in endemic regions, mirroring WHO's 2 billion global burden. Hepatic-gut stressors and dosha imbalance drive agnimandya (reduced digestive fire), abdominal distress, and developmental harm, urging resistance-proof alternatives to synthetic anthelmintics. Krimimudgar Ras, a potent herbo-mineral from Ayurveda, halts this progression effectively. Let’s explore this formulation.
Introduction
Krimimudgar Ras, a potent classical Ayurvedic herbo-mineral formulation from Rasendrasara Sangraha (Krmicikitsa), excels as a krimighna (anthelmintic) remedy. The name “Krimimudgar” derives from Sanskrit, denoting a “worm-crusher” (krimi = worms; mudgara = hammer), underscoring its forceful expulsion of intestinal parasites. “Rasa” signifies purified mineral essence in tablet form. This Kapha-Pitta-pacifying preparation integrates the ingredients to deliver purgative, digestive fire stimulating, gut-detoxifying, and vitality-restoring effects. It masterfully combats Krmi roga (parasitic worm infestations) i.e roundworms, whipworms, hookworms, reversing malnutrition, anemia, stunting, and slow metabolism amid global helminth burdens.
Classical Indication
Krimiroga (parasitic worm infestations)
क्रमेण वृद्ध रसगन्धकाजमोदाविडङ्गं विषमुष्टिका च ।
पलाशबीजञ्च विचूर्णयमस्य निष्कप्रमाणं मधुनाअवलीढम् ।।१४ ।।
(रसेंद्रसारसंग्रह, कृमिचिकित्सा, १४)
Ingredients
- Parada Shuddha (Purified Mercury) – 1 Part
- Gandhaka Shuddha (Purified Sulphur) – 2 Parts
- Ajamoda (Apium graveolens) – 3 Parts
- Vidanga (Embelia ribes) – 5 Parts
- Visamustika Shuddha (Strychnos nux-vomica) – 6 Parts
- Palasabija (Butea monosperma) – 7 Parts
Ingredient Description
1. Parada Shuddha (Purified Mercury)
Parada Shuddha (Purified Mercury) delivers subtle, heating, and bio-carrier properties to penetrate gut channels, eradicate parasites, and ignite digestive fire in intestinal worm infestations. Mobile and sharp qualities purge toxins, reverse weak digestion, and nourish tissues, its rejuvenative potency safely neutralizes metals post-purification, providing broad-spectrum action against roundworms, whipworms, and hookworms while preventing resistance and anemia in malnourished children.
2. Gandhaka Shuddha (Purified Sulphur)
Gandhaka Shuddha (Purified Sulphur) scrapes kapha biofilms sheltering worms in gut lining, with heating-pungent qualities expelling parasites through purgation and digestive stimulation. Bio-carrier nature boosts co-herbs' absorption, counters toxin buildup, and heals intestinal damage from chronic infestation, sulphur delivers antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-worm effects, easing abdominal pain, malnutrition, and stunting in soil-transmitted infections.
3. Ajamoda (Apium graveolens)
Ajamoda (Apium graveolens) relieves abdominal pain and worm-induced bloating with sharp-pungent taste, heating potency, and digestive-stimulating qualities that expel parasites and kindle digestive fire. Vata-kapha balancing clears channel blockages, reduces gas, and boosts gut motility, volatile oils like thymol provide carminative, anthelmintic, and antispasmodic benefits, aiding expulsion of roundworms and whipworms while countering appetite loss and weakness.
4. Vidanga (Embelia ribes)
Vidanga (Embelia ribes) serves as premier anti-worm herb with pungent-bitter taste, heating potency, and scraping qualities that paralyze and eject intestinal worms like hookworms and roundworms. Kapha-pitta balancing disrupts parasite life cycles, clears toxin-worm complexes, and restores gut integrity; embelin and tannins offer strong vermifuge, laxative, and liver-protective actions, fighting malnutrition, anemia, and growth delays in at-risk children.
5. Visamustika Shuddha (Strychnos nux-vomica)
Visamustika Shuddha (Strychnos nux-vomica) stimulates sluggish digestion and gut muscle tone with sharp-pungent taste and heating potency, paralyzing worms while enhancing peristalsis for expulsion. Strychnos nux-vomica reduces purges toxins and counters debility, purified alkaloids act as bitter tonic, anthelmintic, and digestive stimulants, targeting recurrent worm infections, belly cramps, and tissue depletion in chronic gut issues.
6. Palasabija (Butea monosperma Seeds)
Palasabija (Butea monosperma seeds) provides astringent and anti-worm action via pungent-bitter taste, heating potency, and purgative qualities that bind and eliminate gut parasites. Kapha-pitta balancing resolves diarrhea-like symptoms from worms, heals mucosal irritation, and supports tissue growth; palasonin and tannins deliver vermifuge, antidysenteric, and anti-protozoal effects, preventing reinfection and rebuilding strength in worm-afflicted groups.
7. Musta Kashaya (Cyperus rotundus Decoction)
Musta Kashaya (Cyperus rotundus decoction) provides grahi (absorbent), deepana (digestive-stimulating), and srotoshodhana (channel-clearing) qualities that bind toxins, expel residual parasite, and kindle digestive fire. Kapha-pitta shamaka potency resolves reduced metabolism, abdominal pain, and endotoxin accumulation from helminthiasis, its essential oils and flavonoids deliver antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective effects, enhancing bioavailability of herbo-minerals while preventing reinfection and supporting gut restoration in malnourished children.
Method Of Preparation
Krimimudgar Ras is prepared by taking purified ingredients in increasing proportions per textual reference. All ingredients are reduced to moderately fine powder, thoroughly mixed, and levigated (mardana) with sufficient Musta Kashaya (Cyperus rotundus decoction) until a homogenous paste forms for proper extraction. The paste is then rolled into 250 mg tablets (vati), dried under shade, and stored in airtight containers for potent krimighna delivery.
Medicinal Properties
Krimi Roga (Intestinal Worms)
Use Krimimudgar Ras with Musta Kashaya (15 ml) and honey to eradicate roundworms, whipworms, hookworms, enhance gut detoxification, and clear blockages through Vidanga's potent vermifuge action.
Agnimandya (Impaired Digestion)
Combine Krimimudgar Ras with Trikatu Churna (1 g) in warm water to kindle jatharagni, reverse appetite loss, and resolve kapha-mediated indigestion via Ajamoda's deepana-pachana potency.
Udara Shoola (Abdominal Pain)
Administer Krimimudgar Ras with Hingvashtaka Churna (2 g) and buttermilk to relieve colic, expel parasites, and pacify vata-kapha spasms from worm infestation.
Dhatukshaya (Tissue Depletion)
Take Krimimudgar Ras with Drakshasava (20 ml) to nourish dhatus, combat malnutrition-anemia, and restore vitality through Parada-Gandhaka's rasayana rejuvenation.
Balya Hani (Childhood Stunting)
Pair Krimimudgar Ras with Balachaturbhadrika Churna (3 g) in milk for growth promotion, cognitive support, and reversal of helminth-induced deficits per WHO deworming needs.
Aruchi (Anorexia)
Use Krimimudgar Ras with Chitrakadi Vati (250 mg) to stimulate taste perception, clear endotoxin- parasitic complexes, and boost agni in recurrent infections.
Impact On Dosha
Krimimudgar Ras predominantly pacifies Kapha and Pitta doshas through its katu-tikta (pungent-bitter) taste, ushna (heating) potency, and tikshna-lekhana (sharp-scraping) qualities.
Indications
- Intestinal worm infestations (Gandupada Krmi Roga)
- Impaired digestive fire (Agnimandya)
- Abdominal pain and distension (Udara Shoola)
- Malnutrition and anemia (Dhatukshaya)
- Growth stunting in children (Balya Hani)
- Loss of appetite (Aruchi)
- Recurrent parasitic infections
- Post-deworming convalescence
Dosage
250 mg once or twice daily.
Anupana (Adjuvant)
…मधुनाअवलीढम् ।।१४ ।।
(रसेंद्रसारसंग्रह, कृमिचिकित्सा, १४)
Madhu (honey)
Musta Kashaya (Cyperus rotundus decoction).
Conclusion
Krimimudgar Rasa emerges as a time-tested Rasashastra gem, bridging ancient anti-parasitic wisdom with modern deworming imperatives amid rising anthelmintic resistance. By synergizing rasa-gandha potency with vidanga’s vermifuge action, palasha’s purgation, and ajamoda’s agni-kindling, this formulation holistically eradicates the worms, restores gut homeostasis, reverses child malnutrition, and reignites vitality. Its Kapha-Pitta-shamaka profile, safe dosing with suitable anupana (adjuvant), and classical formulation pedigree position it for paving integrative pathways to eliminate soil-transmitted helminth morbidity sustainably. Ayurveda’s “worm-crusher” endures, fortifying at-risk populations worldwide.
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