Haridradi Ghrita (Haridaradi Ghrta)
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Haridradi Ghrita is a classical Ayurvedic ghee formulation primarily used for blood purification and skin diseases. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-allergic properties.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Skin diseases (Kushta), discoloration, itching, eczema, allergic dermatitis, poisoning
Classical indications
- Kamala
- Pandu
- Vrana
Karma
- Varnya (improves complexion)
- Kushtaghna (alleviates skin diseases)
- Vishaghna (detoxifies)
Key ingredients
- Daruharidra stem - 48 g
- Manjistha root - 48 g
- Lodhra bark - 48 g
- Kushtha root - 48 g
- Charata whole plant - 48 g
- Tagara root - 48 g
- Vacha rhizome - 48 g
- Katurohini rhizome - 48 g
- Aja dugdha - 3.072 liters
- Ghrita - 768 ml
- Haridra rhizome - 48 g
Adult dose
5-10 grams, once or twice a day, before or after food, or as directed by an Ayurvedic doctor.
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 grams
Preparation steps
- Collect raw drugs as per Grahya Lakshanas.
- Identify and validate raw drugs.
- Prepare Kalka (paste) of the solid ingredients.
- Extract juice from fresh ingredients.
- Melt ghee in a stainless steel vessel.
- Add Kalka and fresh juice to the ghee.
- Boil on slow fire with consistent stirring, until foam formation and complete evaporation of water.
- Strain through muslin cloth.
- Store in a well-closed container.
Safety contraindications
- Bile duct obstruction.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka 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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