Arq Ajwain

Hamdard Arq Ajwain is a classical Unani medicine obtained by hydrodistillation of Ajwain is act as appetizer, stimulant, antispasmodic, carminative, galactagogue, and stomachic. Therapeutic use of Arq Ajwain 1- It improves liver functions and stomach functions., strengthens stomach and liver, 2- Improves appetite 3- Remove Flatulence 4- It helps to digest food easily 5- Enhances the body's immune system. The Dosage of Arq Ajwain The recommended dosage of Ark Ajwain is 20ml-120ml. It can be taken mixed with Sharbat Kasni 25 ml for the liver disorders. The medicine should be taken empty stomach. Take in either one hour before a meal or 3-4 hours after having a meal. This medicine can be taken twice or thrice a day. Preparation of Arq Ajwain-For the preparation of Ark, the dried herbs are cleaned and coarsely powdered. Some quantity of water is added to it for soaking and kept over-night. Soaking helps to soften the herb and when boiled releases the essential volatile principles easily. Next morning this is poured into the distillation apparatus and boiled. The vapor is condensed and collected in a receiver. In the beginning, the vapor consists of only steam and may not contain the essential principles of the drugs. It should, therefore, be discarded. The last portion also may not contain therapeutically essential substance and should be discarded. The aliquots collected in between contain the active ingredients and may be mixed together to ensure uniformity of the Arka. Suggestions, Contraindications, Interactions, Side-effects, and Warnings- 1- It is completely safe to take this medicine in recommended doses. 2- Keep away from the sight and reach of children. 3- High doses of fennel may stimulate the uterus in some woman. Fennel in medicinal amounts should be avoided during pregnancy. 4-Effectivity of herbal medicine depends on many factors. A medicine suitable for one person may not essentially give the same result in another person. 5-The exact dose depends on the age, strength, digestive power of the patient, the nature of the illness, the state of the viscera and humours, and the properties of individual drugs. 6- To avoid drug interaction, do not take Ajwain and medicines together. Maintain a gap of a minimum of two hours. Storage- 1-Store it in a cool and dry place and in a tightly closed container and also protect it from light and moisture