Mutravat
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Mutravat is a preparation used to promote urination, alleviate Vata imbalances, and stimulate digestion [cite: -1].
Modern description
Mutravat is a preparation used to promote urination, alleviate Vata imbalances, and stimulate digestion [cite: -1].
Purpose
To promote urination, alleviate Vata imbalances, and stimulate digestion [cite: -1].
Indications
- Mutrakricchra (Dysuria) [cite: -1]
- Ashmari (Calculi) [cite: -1]
- Mutraghata (Urinary obstruction) [cite: -1]
- generalized edema [cite: -1]
- benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) [cite: -1]
Classical indications
- Mutraghata
- Mutrakricchra [cite: -1]
- Ashmari [cite: -1]
- Shotha [cite: -1]
Karma
- Mutrala (Diuretic) [cite: -1]
- Shothahara (Anti-inflammatory) [cite: -1]
- Ashmarihara (Breaks down calculi) [cite: -1]
- Vatahara (Balances Vata dosha) [cite: -1]
- Balya (Tonic) [cite: -1]
Key ingredients
- Punarnava
- Varuna
- Pashanabheda . The proportions are often equal parts
- or Gokshura is dominant.
- Based on the name 'Mutravat' which suggests 'related to urine' it is highly likely that the formulation contains: Gokshura
Adult dose
3-6 grams twice daily [cite: -1]
Pediatric dose
Not specified [cite: -1].
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials [cite: -1]
- Cleaning and drying of ingredients [cite: -1]
- Individual powdering of each ingredient [cite: -1]
- Mixing of all ingredients in specified proportions [cite: -1]
- Sieving to ensure uniformity [cite: -1]
- Storage in airtight containers [cite: -1]
Safety contraindications
- Specific contraindications not clearly defined; avoid in severe dehydration [cite: -1]
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya.
- 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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