Two Triphalas (Dve Triphale)
Part of a treatment context, likely related to balancing doshas or treating a specific condition.
Modern description
A formulation of select fruits used in broader treatments, likely for digestive and rejuvenating effects.
Purpose
Part of a treatment context, likely related to balancing doshas, promoting digestion, and rejuvenation.
Indications
- Constipation (mild), indigestion, eye disorders, general debility, maintaining overall health, boosting immunity
Classical indications
- Netra Roga (eye disorders)
- Agnimandya (digestive impairment)
- Vibandha (constipation)
- Daurbalya (weakness)
Karma
- Tridoshahara (balances all three doshas, but generally Vata balancing is emphasized)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
- Chakshushya (beneficial for eyes)
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Anulomana (mild laxative)
Key ingredients
- Haritaki fruit pericarp
- Amla fruit
- Bibhitaki fruit pericarp
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
Not specified, use with caution.
Preparation steps
- Collect equal parts of Haritaki, Vibhitaki, and Amalaki fruits.
- Dry the fruits thoroughly under sunlight or in a dehydrator.
- Grind the dried fruits into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a grinder.
- Sieve the powder to remove any coarse particles.
- Store the powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy, severe diarrhea, acute dehydration.