Description

About 

Jeerakarishtam is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid preparation (Arishta) primarily used for digestive disorders. It is prepared by fermenting a combination of Jeeraka (Cumin seeds) along with other carminative and digestive herbs in water and jaggery, resulting in a mildly alcoholic, easily absorbable tonic.

This formulation is renowned for its ability to improve digestion, relieve gas, and enhance appetite, making it a common remedy for Indigestion (Ajeerna), bloating, and flatulence.

Uses

• Improves digestion and appetite

• Relieves bloating, gas, and abdominal discomfort

• Useful in indigestion, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Reduces heartburn and acidity

• Acts as a mild detoxifier for the digestive tract

Benefits

• Digestive tonic: Enhances secretion of digestive enzymes and bile

• Carminative: Reduces flatulence and gas

• Appetizer: Stimulates natural appetite

• Vata-Pitta pacifying: Balances digestive doshas

• Mild detoxification: Helps cleanse accumulated toxins from the gastrointestinal tract

Different Names in Different Languages

• Sanskrit: Jeerakāriṣṭam

• Tamil: ஜீரகாரிஷ்டம்

• Malayalam: ജീരകാരിഷ്ടം

• Kannada: ಜೀರಕಾರಿಷ್ಟ

• Telugu: జీరకారిష్టం

• Hindi: जीरकारीष्ट

• English: Jeerakarishtam / Cumin Arishta

Dosage & Usage

• Adults: 15–30 ml with equal quantity of water, twice daily after food

• Children (above 5 yrs): 5–10 ml with water, twice daily after food

• Can be taken as per physician’s advice depending on the digestive condition

Precautions

• Take only under Ayurvedic physician supervision

• Avoid in pregnant women unless prescribed

• Use cautiously in patients with severe diabetes or liver disorders due to jaggery and mild alcohol content

• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight