Decoction Enema (Asthapana)
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To treat diseases of the female reproductive tract.
Modern description
Decoction enema primarily used to alleviate Vata and treat diseases of the female reproductive tract. It helps in systemic detoxification by cleansing the colon and balancing the doshas.
Purpose
To treat diseases of the female reproductive tract.
Indications
- Vata disorders
- Constipation
- Abdominal distension
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Arthritis
- Ama accumulation
- certain types of headaches
Classical indications
- Yoni Vyapat (diseases of the female reproductive tract)
Karma
- Vatahara
- Malashodhana
- Shothahara
- Deepana
- Pachana
Key ingredients
- Dashamula
- Madhu
- Saindhava Lavana
- Sneha
- Kwatha Dravya
Adult dose
Variable, typically 400-800 ml depending on the individual and condition. It is crucial to assess the patient's strength (bala) and digestive capacity (agni).
Pediatric dose
Not applicable
Preparation steps
- Gather necessary herbs and water.
- Prepare a decoction by boiling the herbs in water.
- Strain the decoction to remove solid particles.
- Allow the decoction to cool to lukewarm.
- Add honey and salt if indicated.
Safety contraindications
- Recent colon or rectal surgery, acute abdominal conditions, bleeding disorders, low platelet count.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka Samhita.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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