Agastya Leha (Agasataya Lehah)

Modern description

A rejuvenating electuary, likely containing Haritaki and other Rasayana herbs, promoting overall health and vitality. Beneficial for respiratory health and digestive function.

Purpose

Mentioned as one of the rejuvenating formulations.

Indications

• Chronic respiratory conditions, cough, asthma, emaciation, debility, digestive weakness, piles, fistula, and other Vata-Kapha disorders

Classical indications

• Shvasa (Asthma)
• Kasa (Cough)
• Arochaka (Anorexia)
• Mandagni (Digestive impairment)
• Kshaya (Emaciation)

Karma

• Rasayana
• Balya
• Deepana
• Pachana
• Shvasahara
• Kasahara
• Vatanulomana

Key ingredients

• Bilva
• Syonaka
• Gambhari
• Patala
• Agnimantha
• Salaparni
• Prsniparni
• Brhati
• Kantakari
• Gokshura
• Bala
• Hasti pippali
• Apamarga
• Pippali
• Yava
• Naga
• Dasamula
• Sugar/Jaggery
• Tila Taila
• Ghrita

Adult dose

5-10 grams

Pediatric dose

2.5-5g

Preparation steps

• Collect all the ingredients listed in the formulation.
• Wash and clean the solid ingredients thoroughly.
• Prepare a decoction (Kwatha) of the mentioned herbs.
• Filter the decoction to remove any solid particles.
• Add jaggery (Guda) to the decoction and heat until it dissolves completely.
• Continue heating the mixture until it reaches a semi-solid consistency (Leha Paka).
• Add the powdered herbs (churna) to the semi-solid mixture and mix well.
• Incorporate honey (Madhu) and ghee (Ghrita) into the mixture.
• Stir continuously to ensure uniform mixing and prevent burning.
• Check the consistency of the Leha by taking a small amount and observing its ability to form a thread or ball.
• Allow the Leha to cool down completely.
• Store the prepared Agastya Leha in a clean, airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Safety contraindications

• Acute fever
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion