Honey And Shigru (Madhu Shigru)
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
To destroy mature abscesses.
Modern description
A combination of honey and Shigru (Moringa) is used to destroy mature abscesses. It leverages the anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of both ingredients.
Purpose
To destroy mature abscesses.
Indications
- Obesity
- Worm infestation
- Skin diseases (especially Kapha dominant)
- Indigestion
- Inflammation
- Respiratory ailments (cough, asthma)
- Abscesses
- Dyslipidemia
Classical indications
- Mature abscesses
Karma
- Kapha-Vata Hara
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Krimighna
- Shothahara
- Vranahara
Key ingredients
- Shigru
- Madhu
Adult dose
5-10 ml (if juice based) or 3-6 grams (if powder based) mixed with honey
Pediatric dose
Reduce the dose based on age and weight, consult physician
Preparation steps
- Collect fresh Shigru (Moringa oleifera) leaves or stem bark.
- Clean the leaves/bark thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
- If using leaves, grind them into a paste or powder.
- If using bark, create a decoction by boiling it in water.
- Mix the Shigru paste/powder/decoction with honey.
- Consume as directed by an Ayurvedic practitioner.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Vidradhivriddhichikitsitadhyayah.
- 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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