Introduction: Amati syrup contains classically recommended medicinal plants used in Ayurveda, which have been found effective against amoebic dysentery. The efficacy of the ingredients (alkaloid, conessine) contained in Amati have been established by the British Pharmaceutical codex and reconfirmed by clinical trial done in Teku hospital, Kathmandu against Entamoeba histolytica infestation. The trail has shown “Amati” to be 97.5% successful to eradicate both cyst and trophozoites from forming. An additional blind trail has also been conducted in same hospital in comparison with allopathic drug Metronodazole. Amati was found to be as effective as metronidazole but with less side effects.

Action : Holarrhena antidysenterica is anti- amoebic and anti-diarrhoea. Cuminum cyminum, Pipinella anisum, Zingiber oficinale are digestive. Cyperus rotundus is astringent and anthelmintic. Aegle marmelos is anti-bacterial and anti-diarrheal. Mesua ferra is digestive, stomachic and haemostatic.

Indication : It is indicated in amoebiasis caused by Entamoeba histolytica dysentery and general diarrhoea.

Adverse effect : It has negligible toxic effects. In some cases, it may cause dryness of mouth and nausea. These side effects subside after withdrawing the drug.

Doses & administration : Adult Two teaspoonful, to be taken orally on empty stomach for 7 days or as directed by physician.

Precaution : Fried, fatty, oily and sour food should be avoided.

Presentation : Bottle of 110 ml.