Mridvika
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Classical formulation
Modern description
A fermented drink that supports digestion and provides nourishment, milder than other Asavas.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- General debility, emaciation, fatigue, thirst, bleeding disorders, cough, respiratory ailments, alcoholism, intoxication, fever, constipation, improves strength, increases sperm count.
Karma
- Vatahara
- Pittahara
- Balya
- Brumhana
- Hridya
- Shukrala
- Raktapittahara
Key ingredients
- Mridvika
Adult dose
5-20 grams (depending on usage and context)
Pediatric dose
5-10 ml, twice a day, for children above 5 years.
Preparation steps
- The general method for Asava preparation involves fermentation of fresh herbal juices.
- A source of sugar, like jaggery or honey, is added to the herbal juices.
- Dhataki flowers (Woodfordia fruticosa) are typically added to facilitate fermentation.
- The mixture is kept in a fermentation vessel (e.g., mud pot or stainless steel pot).
- The fermentation process can take around a month, leading to a potent, self-preserving liquid.
Safety contraindications
- People with diarrhea, dysentery and Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea.
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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