Nala Vetasadi (Nala-Vetasadi)
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Unspecified, but used in conditions suitable for milk preparations
Modern description
Decoction of Nala and Vetasa used in conditions suitable for milk preparations, mainly to reduce fever and burning sensation.
Purpose
Unspecified, but used in conditions suitable for milk preparations
Indications
- Useful in conditions of Ama-Pachana, especially in digestive complaints, mild inflammation, and Kapha-Pitta disorders. Also used in some formulations for mild edema.
Classical indications
- Jwara (Fever)
- Agnimandya (Digestive Impairment)
- Shotha (Inflammation)
Karma
- Kapha-Pitta Shamaka
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Shothahara
Key ingredients
- Nala
- Vetasa
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
15-30 ml
Preparation steps
- Take Nala and Vetasa herbs in specified quantities.
- Clean and coarsely powder the herbs.
- Add the powdered herbs to water and boil to reduce to 1/4 quantity.
- Filter the decoction and use while warm.
Related formulations
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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