Dhanvantaram
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Dhanvantaram is a classical Ayurvedic formulation primarily used for Vata disorders, postpartum care, and neurological conditions. It is known for its rejuvenating and strengthening properties.
Modern description
Dhanvantaram is a widely used Ayurvedic formulation renowned for its Vata-balancing and rejuvenating properties. It supports the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, and reproductive health, particularly beneficial in postpartum care and various neurological disorders.
Purpose
To balance Vata dosha, strengthen the body, and promote rejuvenation, particularly in postpartum care and neurological conditions.
Indications
- Postpartum care
- Vata disorders
- Neurological conditions
- Muscle weakness
- Emaciation
- Infertility
- General debility
- Pain management
- Pregnancy-related problems
- Paralysis
- Arthritis
Classical indications
- Vata Vyadhi
- Prasuta Rogas (Postpartum disorders)
- Kshaya (Emaciation)
- Daurbalya (Weakness)
Karma
- Vatahara (Reduces Vata)
- Balya (Strengthening)
- Pushtida (Nourishing)
- Rasayana (Rejuvenative)
- Shukrala (Increases sperm count)
- Agnideepana (Improves digestion)
Key ingredients
- Patra - 12 g
- Nagakesara - 12 g
- Shatavari - 12 g
- Meda - 12 g
- Mahameda - 12 g
- Kakoli - 12 g
- Jivaka - 12 g
- Rishabhaka - 12 g
- Utpala - 12 g
- Kamala - 12 g
- Saindhava Lavana - 12 g
- Turmeric
- Daruharidra
- Manjistha
- Agar
- Red Sandalwood
- Musta
- Sariva
- Ushira
- Milk
Adult dose
5-10 ml once or twice a day
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 ml once or twice a day, based on age and weight
Preparation steps
- Gather all the ingredients as per the formulation composition.
- Clean and dry the herbs properly.
- Prepare a decoction (kashaya) using specific herbs as indicated in the formulation.
- Add the remaining ingredients, including ghee or oil, to the decoction.
- Cook the mixture on a low flame, stirring continuously until all the water content evaporates and the ghee/oil is infused with the herbs.
- Filter the mixture through a clean cloth.
- Allow it to cool down.
- Store the final product in an airtight container, away from sunlight and moisture.
Safety contraindications
- Acute fever
- Severe infections
- Conditions where oily substances are contraindicated
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya.
- 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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