Doshahara (Dosahara)
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Eliminates Doshas through enema
Modern description
An enema formulation used to eliminate aggravated doshas, particularly Vata, from the colon, helping relieve distension and other Vata-related issues.
Purpose
Eliminates Doshas through enema
Indications
- Digestive issues, constipation, hyperacidity, general detoxification, balancing of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, improving immunity, supporting healthy aging.
Classical indications
- Vata Vyadhi
- Pitta Vriddhi
- Kapha Vriddhi
Karma
- Tridoshahara
- Rasayana
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Anulomana
Key ingredients
- Given the name 'Doshahara'
- implying it balances all three doshas
- a likely formulation would be a Triphala based preparation. A simple and widely accepted 'Doshahara' could be: Haritaki
- Amalaki
- Bibhitaki
Adult dose
50-100 ml
Pediatric dose
25-50 ml
Preparation steps
- Collect all the necessary herbal ingredients.
- Clean and dry the herbs thoroughly.
- Prepare a decoction (Kwatha) of the herbs.
- Strain the decoction to remove any solid particles.
- Add honey or ghee as per the dominant dosha.
- Warm the solution slightly before administration.
- Administer the enema using a Basti Yantra (enema apparatus).
Safety contraindications
- Severe dehydration
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Intestinal obstruction
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta 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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