Audumbara

Modern description

Audumbara is a type of Kushtha (leprosy) in Ayurveda, characterized by Pitta dosha predominance.

Purpose

Describing one of the seven types of Kushtha (leprosy) based on dosha predominance.

Indications

• Traditionally used for bleeding disorders (raktapitta), diarrhea (atisara), ulcers (vrana), skin diseases (kushta), and excessive thirst (trishna). Also used as a general tonic and for promoting wound healing.

Classical indications

• Kushtha (leprosy)

Karma

• Stambhana
• Vranaropana
• Raktaprasadana
• Kushthahara

Key ingredients

• Audumbara fruit
• bark
• and latex are the primary ingredients. Other potential additions based on intended purpose could include honey
• ghee
• or specific spices like pippali.

Adult dose

Dose varies based on preparation: Kwatha: 50-100ml; Swarasa: 10-20ml; Churna: 3-6g; Latex: 1-2 drops.

Pediatric dose

Reduce adult dose by half or as directed by a physician

Preparation steps

• Collection of Audumbara (Ficus racemosa) bark or fruit.
• Cleaning the collected raw material to remove impurities.
• Drying the cleaned material under shade to retain potency.
• If using bark: Powdering the dried bark to a fine consistency.
• If using fruit: Extracting the juice or pulp from the ripe fruit.
• Preparing the formulation as Kwatha (decoction), Swarasa (fresh juice), or Churna (powder) as per classical reference.
• Filtering the Kwatha or Swarasa to remove any solid particles.
• Adding appropriate adjuvants (Anupana) like honey or ghee as required.
• Storing the finished product in airtight containers in a cool, dry place.

Safety contraindications

• Not recommended for individuals with severe bleeding disorders without medical supervision.

Related formulations

• Aavaapida
• Abhaya
• Abhaya Amalaki
• Abhaya Amalaki