Thaleesadi Vatakam is used for loss of appetite, nausea, indigestion, abdominal gas and distention, malabsorption, nutritional deficiencies, sprue etc.
Thaleesadi Vatakam is a simple formulation in the form of granules. It is mentioned in the context of ‘Grahani Chikitsa’ or the treatment of gut disorders. Thaleesadi Vatakam is a widely used recipe wherein Kapha -Vata balancing drugs like Thaleesapatra (Abies webbiana), Gajapippali (Schindapsus officinalis), Trikatu (the three pungents namely – Dry ginger, Black pepper, Long pepper) etc. are made into a chewable form in a sweet base of cane sugar.