Honey Wine (Madhvika)
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
To be consumed with a small amount of water.
Modern description
Madhvika (honey-wine) is a simple formulation of honey and water, used for nourishment and promoting digestion. It acts as a mild alcoholic beverage with therapeutic properties.
Purpose
To be consumed with a small amount of water.
Indications
- Loss of appetite, weakness, fatigue, emaciation, Vata imbalances, heart tonic, improves digestion.
Classical indications
- Agni Mandya (Digestive impairment)
- durabalata (Weakness)
- savasa (Dyspnea)
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Hridya
- Rochana
Key ingredients
- Based on common usage
- 'Madhvika' most likely refers to a fermented preparation: Grapes
- Water
- Possibly other fruits like dates or raisins .
Adult dose
30-60 ml (approximately 1-2 ounces), once or twice daily.
Pediatric dose
Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner.
Preparation steps
- Collect fresh, high-quality honey.
- Mix honey with purified water in the appropriate ratio.
- Allow the mixture to ferment naturally in a clean, airtight container.
- Monitor the fermentation process for desired taste and potency.
- Filter the mixture to remove any impurities.
- Store in a cool, dark place.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with uncontrolled diabetes, severe allergies to honey, or during acute fever.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka 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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