Ganthoda, also known as Pipramul is normally used in powder form with equal mix of Dry Ginger or Sonth Powder, Jaggery and water to help with gastric troubles and joint pains. Ganthoda is derived from a rhizoid which is like Ginger root. Ganthoda should be free from dust, stones or ant-debris before making the Powder. The Powder should be Dry and without any lumpiness.