Loharista
Part of treatment for Panduroga
Modern description
Loharista is an Arishta formulation known for its beneficial effect in Panduroga (anemia). It helps to improve digestion, blood parameters and liver function.
Purpose
Part of treatment for Panduroga
Indications
- Pandu (Anemia)
- Kamala (Jaundice)
- Halimaka (Chlorosis)
- Kasa (Cough)
- Shwasa (Asthma)
- Pliha Vriddhi (Splenomegaly)
- Yakrit Vriddhi (Hepatomegaly)
- Agnimandya (Digestive impairment)
- Arsha (Hemorrhoids)
Classical indications
- Panduroga (anemia)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Raktavardhana (blood tonic)
- Balya (strengthening)
- Yakrit Uttejaka (liver stimulant)
Key ingredients
- Loha Churna
- Dhataki
- Madhu
- Jala
- Draksha
Adult dose
15-30 ml (1-2 tablespoons) twice daily
Pediatric dose
5-10 ml
Preparation steps
- The medicinal herbs are taken in coarse powder form.
- Boil with 16 parts of water in an open vessel until the volume reduces to one-eighth.
- The resulting decoction is then filtered to remove solid particles.
- A specific amount of jaggery, raw sugar is added.
- Allow natural fermentation over a specific duration.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in conditions where Arishta is generally contraindicated; consult a physician.