Karanjadi Havisha (ghee) (Karanjadi Havisha)
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To pacify and treat abscesses (Vidradhi).
Modern description
A ghee preparation used to treat abscesses.
Purpose
To pacify and treat abscesses (Vidradhi).
Indications
- Skin diseases (Kushta), Worm infestations (Krimi), Wound healing (Vrana), Inflammation (Shotha), Eczema, Psoriasis
Classical indications
- Vidradhi (Abscess)
Karma
- Kushtaghna
- Krimighna
- Vranaropaka
- Shothahara
Key ingredients
- Karanja seeds
- Khadira heartwood
- Daruharidra stem
- Haridra rhizome
- Havisha
Adult dose
5-10 grams
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 grams twice daily, adjusted for age
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients.
- Prepare a decoction (kwatha) using specified herbs.
- Filter the decoction to remove any solid particles.
- Add Karanjadi powder to the decoction.
- Add ghee to the mixture.
- Cook the mixture over low heat until all the water evaporates and only the ghee remains.
- Filter the ghee through a clean cloth to remove any remaining solid particles.
- Allow the ghee to cool and store it in an airtight container.
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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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