Black Urine (Kala Meha)
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Type of Prameha (diabetes) distinguished by the color of urine.
Modern description
Kala Meha is a type of Prameha (diabetes) characterized by black-colored urine, indicating a specific imbalance of Pitta and Kapha dosha.
Purpose
Type of Prameha (diabetes) distinguished by the color of urine.
Indications
- Diabetes (especially early stages), urinary disorders, obesity (as an adjunct), general weakness associated with diabetes, metabolic syndrome.
Classical indications
- Kala Meha (black urine)
Karma
- Pramehaghna (anti-diabetic)
- Mutravirechaniya (diuretic)
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
Key ingredients
- Based on the name and common understanding
- 'Kala Meha' most likely refers to a formulation containing black sesame seeds as a key ingredient
- often combined with other herbs targeting urinary and diabetic conditions. A likely composition could be: Kala Tila (Black Sesame Seeds)
- Amalaki
- Haritaki
- Bibhitaki
- Turmeric
- and Ginger
- Guduchi
Adult dose
3-6 grams, once or twice daily.
Pediatric dose
Not applicable
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials
- Cleaning and drying of ingredients
- Powdering of dry ingredients
- Mixing of powdered ingredients in specified ratios
- Levigation or trituration with specified liquids (if applicable)
- Formation of pills, tablets, or other dosage forms
- Drying and coating (if applicable)
- Quality control testing
- Packaging and labeling
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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