Medicinal Plants

Mamira (Coptis Teeta) Indications, Dosage & Side Effects

Mamira (Coptis teeta) is a medicinal herb used for its anti-inflammatory, mucolytic and anti-malarial actions. It is beneficial in malaria, intermittent fever, chronic fever, post fever debility, decreased functions of the stomach and urinary infections.

What is Mamira (Coptis teeta)?

Mamira (Coptis teeta) is a variety of goldthread. It belongs to the Ranunculaceae (buttercups) family and Coptis Salisb (goldthread)genus. Mamira roots are used in ayurveda for medicinal purposes.

Synonyms & Vernacular Names

Common NameMamira
Botanical NameCoptis teeta
EnglishIndian goldthread
HindiHaldiya Bachnag, Mamira, Mamiri
SanskritMamira, Tiktamula

Medicinal Parts

Roots: Mamira roots are used for therapeutic benefits in ayurveda and Unani Medicine.

Ayurvedic Properties

RASA (Taste)TIKTA (Bitter)
GUNA (Main Quality)RUKSHA (Dry)
VIRYA (Potency)USHNA (Hot)
VIPAKA (Resultant)KATU (Pungent)
Organs EffectEyes, Stomach

Dosha Karma

ReducesKapha Dosha.
DetoxifiesPitta Dosha.
RemovesAma Dosha.

Medicinal Properties

  • Chaksuya – Improves Vision.
  • Anti-inflammatory.
  • Ama Pachak (detoxifying).
  • Anti-conjunctivitis.
  • Gastric secretion stimulant.
  • Neuro-detoxifying (Unani Medicine).
  • Analgesic (external application).
  • Antipyretic.

Mamira (Coptis teeta) Indications

Mamira (Coptis teeta) is indicated in the following health conditions in ayurveda.

Internal Use

  • Malaria (for stopping rise in fever).
  • Chronic fever (for reducing symptoms like restlessness, burning sensation in eyes, heaviness in the head and constipation).
  • Sluggishness of the stomach (might also help in gastroparesis).
  • Indigestion.
  • Loss of interest to eat.
  • Loss of appetite.

External Use

The paste of Mamira (Coptis teeta) roots is made with water. It is used to apply to affected areas in the following conditions:

  • Conjunctivitis (red eyes).
  • Toothache.
  • Weak eyesight.
  • Pile mass.
  • Pain in nails.
  • Skin Discoloration.

In eye conditions, the cold infusion is prepared from Mamira roots. It is used for:

  • Washing eyes.
  • A cotton swab is soaked in its cold infusion is placed on the eyes.
  • Its collyrium is also used.

Mamira (Coptis teeta) Dosage

The classical ayurvedic dosage of Mamira (Coptis teeta) is as follows:

Children5 mg per Kg of body weight
Adults250 to 500 mg
Maximum Possible Dosage2000 mg per day

How to Take

Anupan (Adjuvant)Loha Bhasma, Honey, Water, Berberis extract (Rasont).
Dosage Frequency Twice daily; in malaria or intermittent fever, 4 times a day.
Medication TimeAfter a meal

Safety Profile

Mamira (Coptis teeta) is likely safe and well-tolerated in most individuals.

Side Effects

If Mamira (Coptis teeta) is used wisely according to dosha and within its recommended dosage, it does not cause any side effects. In high dosage, its side effects are yet unknown.

Contraindications

There are no absolute contraindications for Mamira (Coptis teeta).

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Dr. Jagdev Singh

Dr. Jagdev Singh is a qualified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Herbalist with B.A.M.S. and M. Sc. in Medicinal Plants. He has a wealth of experience in using Ayurveda to treat patients, including the use of herbal medicine and personalized Ayurvedic diets. His passion for spreading accurate and scientific information about Ayurveda and Medicinal Plants led him to create Ayur Times, a trusted resource for those seeking reliable information on the topic. Through his dedicated work, Dr. Singh has helped thousands of patients find relief and improve their health with Ayurveda and Herbal Medicine.

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