Sugarcane Juice Asava (Ikasurasa Asava)
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
Strengthening, alleviates Pitta, improves complexion, and is pleasing to the heart.
Modern description
A fermented beverage made from sugarcane juice, known for its strengthening properties, Pitta-pacifying effect, and complexion-enhancing qualities. It is also a rich source of minerals and vitamins.
Purpose
Strengthening, alleviates Pitta, improves complexion, and is pleasing to the heart.
Indications
- General debility
- Emaciation
- Anemia
- Cough
- Asthma
- Digestive weakness
- Lack of libido
- Improves strength and complexion
- Nutritive tonic
- Jaundice
- Burning sensation
- Urinary problems
Karma
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Vrishya
- Pittahara (in moderation depending on other ingredients)
Key ingredients
- Fresh Sugarcane Juice
- Dhataki flowers
- Honey
- Jaggery
- other herbs like Ginger
- Black pepper
- Long pepper may be added in small quantities
Adult dose
12-24 ml (approximately 1-2 tablespoons) once or twice a day.
Pediatric dose
Not generally recommended for children
Preparation steps
- Collect fresh sugarcane juice.
- Add necessary herbs as per formula.
- Mix with jaggery or sugar.
- Allow natural fermentation in a closed container for a specified period (typically 15-30 days).
- Monitor fermentation progress.
- Filter the Asava after fermentation.
- Store in airtight containers.
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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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