Mahausadhadi Anjana
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Beneficial and wholesome in Pista Roga
Modern description
Mahausadhadi Anjana is an Ayurvedic collyrium used for treating eye conditions, particularly those related to Kapha and Vata imbalances. It helps in improving vision, reducing inflammation, and relieving dryness.
Purpose
Beneficial and wholesome in Pista Roga
Indications
- Netra Roga (Eye diseases), especially Kapha-Vata related eye disorders; Timira (Blurring of Vision); Kandu (Itching); Alasya (Heaviness); Abhighata (Trauma to the eye). It is also used as a general eye tonic.
Classical indications
- Pista Roga
Karma
- Chakshushya (Beneficial for eyes)
- Vata-Kapha Hara
- Lekhana (Scraping)
Key ingredients
- Haritaki
- Amalaki
- Saindhava Lavana
- Maricha
- Pippali
- Shunti
- Karpura
- Bibhitaki
Adult dose
A small amount (size of a green gram) applied as Anjana (collyrium) to the inner canthus of the eye.
Pediatric dose
Not typically used in infants without specific indication.
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients of Mahausadhadi Anjana.
- Clean and dry the herbs.
- Make a fine powder of all the ingredients.
- Mix the ingredients in the appropriate proportions as per the classical text.
- Store in an airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in cases of acute eye infections or injuries without consulting a physician.
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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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