Wines (Madyas)
To alleviate obstruction of channels and loss of appetite.
Modern description
Well-prepared wines and fermented decoctions used to alleviate obstruction of channels and loss of appetite.
Purpose
To alleviate obstruction of channels and loss of appetite.
Indications
- Anorexia
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Abdominal distension
- Cough
- Cold
- General weakness
- Anemia (depending on the specific formulation, indications may vary significantly).
- Madyas are generally used to improve digestion and appetite, alleviate Vata and Kapha imbalances, and provide nourishment.
Classical indications
- obstruction of channels of circulation
- loss of appetite
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Rochana
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka
- Medohara
- Srotoshodhana
- Vishada (clarifying)
- Aashuga (quick-acting)
Key ingredients
- Based on the term 'Madyas'
- which broadly refers to medicated wines or fermented preparations
- the ingredients vary widely. A general template includes
- Fermenting agents
- Herbal ingredients based on the desired therapeutic effect
- Sweetening agents . Quantities are highly variable depending on the specific Madyas being prepared.
Adult dose
15-30 ml, once or twice a day.
Pediatric dose
Not recommended for children
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials: Select high-quality ingredients as per the formulation.
- Cleaning and processing: Clean and process the ingredients to remove impurities.
- Fermentation: Mix the ingredients with a fermentation starter (Sandhana Dravyas).
- Incubation: Allow the mixture to ferment in a closed container for a specific period.
- Filtration: Filter the fermented liquid to remove solid particles.
- Maturation: Store the filtered liquid in a suitable container for maturation.
- Quality control: Test the final product for quality standards before packaging.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Severe liver disease
- Alcohol dependence