Madanaphala Majja Rasa (Madanaphala-Majja-Rasa)
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Emetic formulation.
Modern description
An emetic juice extracted from Madanaphala pulp, used for Pitta imbalances in Kapha locations, administered with Jivanti decoction.
Purpose
Emetic formulation.
Indications
- Vamana Karma (Therapeutic emesis), Kapha disorders, Indigestion, Anorexia, Skin diseases due to Kapha imbalance
Classical indications
- Pitta located in the Kapha location
Karma
- Vamana (Emetic)
- Kapha-Vatahara
- Deepana (Appetizer)
- Pachana (Digestive)
Key ingredients
- Madanaphala Majja
- Shunti
- Maricha
- Pippali
- Saindhava Lavana
- Water
Adult dose
2-4 pills (250mg-500mg per pill) depending on the individual and purpose of administration; typically used under strict medical supervision for therapeutic emesis.
Pediatric dose
Not recommended for children without strict medical supervision.
Preparation steps
- Collect fresh Madanaphala fruits.
- Extract the pulp (majja) from the fruits.
- Mix the pulp with other ingredients as per the formulation (typically rock salt, honey, etc.)
- Prepare a juice or paste.
- Administer fresh or preserve using traditional methods if required.
Safety contraindications
- Debility
- Pregnancy
- Children
- Old age
- Cardiac issues
Related formulations
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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