Triphala Formula vs Triphala Indian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Triphala Formula

Terminalia chebula and others

Digestive

Triphala Indian

Amalaki + Bibhitaki + Haritaki

Digestive

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Triphala Formula

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Triphala Indian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

The classic three-fruit Ayurvedic formula combining Haritaki, Amalaki, and Bibhitaki; the most used Ayurvedic preparation worldwide for digestive health, detoxification, and general wellness.

Ayurvedic most famous formula - gentle detox and rejuvenation.

Active Compounds

Combined chebulinic acid, Ellagic acid, Emblicanin, Gallic acid

Gallic acid, Ellagic acid, Chebulinic acid, Vitamin C, Tannins

Traditional Uses

Bowel regulation and digestive tonic in Ayurveda for millennia, Eye wash for conjunctivitis, General rejuvenating tonic (Rasayana)

Constipation, Detoxification, Eye health, Digestive tonic, Anti-aging

Modern Uses

Bowel regularity and digestive health, Antioxidant and anti-aging, Eye health (topical eyewash)

Gentle laxative, Antioxidant, Digestive tonic, Eye health

Adult Dosage

500mg-1g twice daily or 3-5g powder at bedtime

2-6g powder in warm water before bed

Contraindications

Avoid in acute diarrhea, Use caution with blood thinners

Pregnancy, Diarrhea, Severe dehydration

Side Effects

Loose stools initially, GI adaptation

Loose stools, GI discomfort initially

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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