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पिप्पलीखण्ड़

noun

पिप्पलीखण्ड़ meaning in English

A traditional Indian medicinal preparation made from long pepper and other ingredients.

Detailed Explanation

Pippalikhanda is a specific formulation in Ayurveda, the traditional system of medicine in India. It typically consists of Pippali (long pepper, Piper longum) combined with other herbs or minerals, often processed with milk or ghee. It is primarily used to treat respiratory ailments, improve digestion, and enhance the bioavailability of other medicinal compounds (as a Rasayana or rejuvenator).

📝 Cultural Context

This term is specific to Ayurvedic pharmacology. In modern Indian English, it is often transliterated as 'Pippalikhanda' or 'Pippali Khanda'. It is distinct from simple Pippali (long pepper) due to its compounded nature.

उदाहरण वाक्य

व्यायाम के बाद पिप्पलीखण्ड़ का सेवन श्वसन तंत्र को मजबूत करता है।
Consuming Pippalikhanda after exercise strengthens the respiratory system.
आयुर्वेदिक चिकित्सक ने रोगी को पिप्पलीखण्ड़ की गोली निर्धारित की।
The Ayurvedic practitioner prescribed Pippalikhanda tablets to the patient.