Kushmandaka Vati (Kushmandaka-Vati)
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Kushmandaka Vati, resembling Vada fritters, likely used for digestive and nutritive purposes.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- General debility, weakness, emaciation, respiratory problems (cough, asthma), improves immunity, promotes strength and vitality, hyperacidity, useful in convalescence
Classical indications
- Kasa (cough)
- Shwasa (breathing difficulties)
- Raktapitta (bleeding disorders)
- Shukra Kshaya (deficiency of semen)
Karma
- Balya
- Rasayana
- Vata-hara
- Pitta-hara
Key ingredients
- Kushmanda juice
- Maricha
- Pippali
- Shunthi
- Amalaki
- Haritaki
- Sita
- Madhu
- Vibhitaki
Adult dose
1-2 tablets (250mg - 500mg) once or twice a day.
Pediatric dose
1/2 - 1 tablet, twice a day
Preparation steps
- The general method involves preparing a semi-solid herbal jam (Avaleha) using Kushmanda (ash gourd) pulp as a base.
- The pulp is fried in ghee and then mixed with sugar and powdered spices.
- Specific steps may vary based on the exact formulation and manufacturer.
Safety contraindications
- None mentioned in classical texts, but use with caution in individuals with uncontrolled diabetes.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, Kritannavarga, Verse 56.
- 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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