Mahabhutarava

Modern description

A ghee formulation used to mitigate the effects of planetary afflictions, often involving specific herbal combinations and urine. It may also address digestive issues, skin problems, and stress.

Purpose

Destroys afflictions caused by planets.

Indications

• Digestive disorders, Vata imbalances, Kapha imbalances, general debility, afflictions caused by planets, skin disorders, stress and anxiety, weakened immunity, neurological conditions

Classical indications

• Afflictions caused by planets
• Bala Graha

Karma

• Deepana
• Pachana
• Vatahara
• Kapha-Vata Shamaka
• Rasayana
• Medhya
• Balya
• Vrishya

Key ingredients

• Based on available limited information
• assuming a potential relationship with related formulations
• a possible ingredient list could be
• Dashamoola
• Trikatu
• Triphala
• Guggulu
• adjusted for batch size
• with Panchagavya forming a significant base.
• Shilajit. Quantities would traditionally be based on a classical ratio

Adult dose

10-20 ml twice a day

Pediatric dose

Not applicable

Preparation steps

• Collection of Ingredients: Gather all the necessary herbal ingredients as per the formulation.
• Preparation of Kashaya (Decoction): Prepare a decoction using prescribed herbs.
• Preparation of Kalka (Paste): Make a fine paste of the specified herbs.
• Ghee Preparation: Combine the ghee, kashaya, and kalka in a suitable vessel.
• Heating and Simmering: Heat the mixture on low flame, stirring occasionally, until all the water content evaporates and only the ghee remains.
• Filtering: Filter the ghee through a clean cloth to remove any solid particles.
• Cooling and Storage: Allow the ghee to cool and store it in an airtight glass container away from sunlight.

Safety contraindications

• Acute fever, indigestion, or diarrhea.