Pippali (Long Pepper)
Pippali
A warming rasayana for the lungs and digestion, and a yogavahi (bioavailability enhancer) that carries other herbs deeper into the tissues.
reduces Vataincreases Pittareduces Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): pungent
- Virya (energy): heating (sweet post-digestive)
- Vipaka (post-digestive): sweet
- Guna (qualities): light, oily, sharp
Traditionally used for
- respiratory weakness
- low digestion
- congestion
Contraindications & cautions
- hyperacidity
- high Pitta
- pregnancy in high doses
Possible interactions
- enhances absorption of many drugs (piperine)
Evidence notes
Piperine bioavailability enhancement is well documented.
Regulatory notes
Common spice and supplement.
Classical sources
- Charaka Samhita — Chikitsasthana 1.3 — Pippali vardhamana rasayana
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Haritakyadi varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.