Mastishka

Modern description

Mastishka involves the use of oleating substances, often in Shirobasti, to balance Vata and Kapha doshas, especially for nasal conditions. Often contains Bala, Ashwagandha, etc.

Purpose

To be used as part of treatment for sneezing and nasal collapse, possibly through Shirobasti.

Indications

• Memory enhancement, cognitive support, stress reduction, mental fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, improving learning capacity, promoting clarity of thought, brain fog

Classical indications

• Nas (Nasal Disease)
• Shiro (Head Disease)
• Vata (Vata Imbalance)
• Kapha (Kapha Imbalance)

Karma

• Medhya
• Rasayana
• Balya
• Deepana
• Vatahara
• Kaphahara

Key ingredients

• Brahmi
• Shankhapushpi
• Vacha
• Jatamansi
• Ashwagandha
• Madhu
• Guduchi

Adult dose

5-10 grams

Pediatric dose

Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner.

Preparation steps

• The specific preparation steps are not detailed in the text but generally involve combining the ingredients in a specific order and manner.
• Ingredients are typically processed with sesame oil or ghee.
• The mixture may be heated gently to allow the ingredients to infuse into the oil or ghee.
• The final product is then filtered and stored for use.

Safety contraindications

• Not recommended for individuals with known allergies to any of the ingredients.