Kumbha Ghrita (aged Ghee) (Kumabha Ghrta)

Modern description

Kumbha Ghrita, aged ghee, is used as a rejuvenative, promoting strength, intellect, and longevity. It is also traditionally used for neurological and psychological disorders.

Purpose

Rejuvenative (Rasayana).

Indications

• Skin diseases
• Bleeding disorders
• Burning sensations
• Inflammatory conditions
• Improving complexion
• General debility
• Epilepsy
• Psychiatric disorders
• Eye diseases
• Chronic wounds
• Chronic fevers
• Poisoning/toxicity

Classical indications

• Unmada (insanity)
• Apasmara (epilepsy)
• Murchha (fainting)
• Poisoning
• Fever
• Diseases of the ears, eyes, head and female reproductive system

Karma

• Varnya (improves complexion)
• Pitta Shamaka (pacifies Pitta)
• Raktaprasadana (improves blood quality)
• Medhya (improves intellect)

Key ingredients

• Utpala . Specific quantities will vary depending on the reference text and manufacturer.
• Based on common formulations
• 'Kumbha Ghrita' likely contains
• Manjistha
• Lodhra
• Rakta Chandana
• Padmaka
• Kamala

Adult dose

5-10 grams (approximately 1-2 teaspoons)

Pediatric dose

2.5-5 grams

Preparation steps

• Ghee is heated to a lukewarm temperature.
• It is poured into a mud pot or glass container, filling two-thirds of the way.
• The opening is sealed with a cloth covered in Multani mitti (Fuller's earth).
• It is buried for several months to years (traditionally 1-10 years for Purana Ghrita, up to 100 years for Kumbha Ghrita).
• Alternatively, it can be stored in a tightly sealed glass jar in a cool, dark place.

Safety contraindications

• Not recommended for individuals with indigestion or acute fever.