Haridrakhandam

A classical formulation with turmeric,ginger, pepper, gooseberry, jaggery etc effective and preventive action in any kind of allergic reactions in the body like rhinitis, sore throat, skin rashes etc.

AVP Ayurveda Haridra Khand is a very famous and highly effective Ayurvedic medicine for allergy. It is in granules form. Its main ingredient is Haridra – turmeric. It is also known as Haridra Khand, Haridra Khandam.

Haridrakandam Benefits: 

• It is used widely in the treatment of allergic skin diseases, itching skin diseases. It improves skin quality and complexion.
• Kandu – itching skin disorders, pruritis
• Visphota – blisters
• Dadru – fungal skin infections
• Sheetapitta, Kotha – allergic skin conditions, hives
• Udarda – skin diseases due to skin contact with cold objects

Ayurveda practitioners also suggest this for the treatment of

• Allergic hives
• Allergic dermatitis
• Allergic rhinitis with cough due to change of place or change of season.
• Melasma
• Scalp itching, scalp psoriasis
• Erythema annulare centrifugum
• Blemishes, allergic dark spots, dermographism
• Eosinophilia.

Haridrakandam Dose: 

• 5 – 10 g once or two times a day before or after food, as directed by Ayurvedic doctor.
• It is usually given along with milk or honey.
• Dosage for children below 5 years of age – 1 – 2 grams, once or twice a day, along with a teaspoon of honey or warm water/milk.
• Dosage for children between 5 – 12 years of age – 5 grams once or twice a day along with a teaspoon of honey or warm water/milk.
• Always consult the doctor for the right dose.

Haridra Khand Side effects: 

• It may cause increased body heat, the fullness of abdomen, and mouth ulcers. This problem does not occur if it is taken with cow milk.
• However, it should always be taken only under medical supervision, after a prescription from a qualified Ayurvedic doctor.
• It contains iron as an ingredient. If you are contraindicated to take iron, then better to avoid it.
• Accidental overdose of iron-containing products such as this one, in children may cause severe side effects.
• It does not cause weight gain with a normal dose, though it contains sugar and ghee.

Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing. Once the bottle is opened, it is best to finish it within 4 – 5 months of time.

Dosage: To be taken 1 tsp twice or thrice after food daily along with warm water/honey.