Indric Rasayana
Supremely invigorating
Modern description
A supremely invigorating Rasayana formulation mentioned in Charaka Samhita, details lacking but intended for rejuvenation.
Purpose
Supremely invigorating
Indications
- General debility, weakness, emaciation, infertility, loss of libido, promotes strength and vitality, post-illness recovery.
Classical indications
- Kshaya (tissue depletion)
- Abala (weakness)
- Indriya Daurbalya (sensory weakness)
Karma
- Balya (strengthening)
- Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
- Pushtida (nourishing)
Key ingredients
- Vidari
- Shatavari
- Ashwagandha
- Gokshura
- Bala
- Milk
- Sugar/Honey
- Ghee
Adult dose
1-2 tablespoons, once or twice daily
Pediatric dose
1-5 grams (depending on age)
Preparation steps
- Collect the required herbs and ingredients as per the formulation mentioned in classical texts.
- Clean, dry and powder the herbal ingredients separately.
- Mix all the powdered ingredients in specified proportions.
- If the formulation requires a decoction (kwatha), prepare it separately and add it to the mixture.
- If it requires fermentation (asava or arishta), follow the specific fermentation process.
- Ensure proper homogenization and store in a clean, airtight container.
- Follow traditional Ayurvedic practices for preparation and purification.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with acute infections or high Ama (toxic build-up).