Dashamulopasiddham (enema Oil/ghrita) (Dashamulopasiddham)

Modern description

An enema preparation utilizing Dashamoola, likely to address Vata imbalances, especially in conditions like diarrhea.

Purpose

Enema oil preparation used in treatment, potentially for Atisara (diarrhea).

Indications

• Vata disorders, muscle weakness, inflammation, pain, postpartum care, skin diseases

Classical indications

• Atisara (diarrhea)
• Vata Vyadhi

Karma

• Vatahara
• Balya
• Shothahara
• Vranaropana

Key ingredients

• Dashamula - equal parts
• Base oil
• Additional herbs based on intended use

Adult dose

For external application: sufficient quantity to cover the affected area. For internal administration: 5-10 ml (if intended for internal use, specific to the oil and condition, under physician supervision).

Pediatric dose

10-60 ml (adjust based on age and weight)

Preparation steps

• Take the specified quantity of Dashamoola herbs.
• Boil the Dashamoola herbs in water to create a decoction (Kashaya).
• Filter the decoction to remove solid particles.
• Add sesame oil (or ghee) to the decoction.
• Heat the mixture until all the water evaporates, leaving only the oil (or ghee) infused with the herbs.
• Allow the oil (or ghee) to cool.
• Filter the oil (or ghee) again to remove any remaining solid particles.
• Store the Dashamulopasiddham oil (or ghee) in a clean, airtight container.

Safety contraindications

• Known allergy to any of the ingredients.