Niruha Enemas (Niruha Bastis)

Modern description

Niruha Basti is a classical Ayurvedic enema using herbal decoctions to pacify Vata, eliminate toxins, and rejuvenate the body, especially after strong purification therapies.

Purpose

Mild, non-irritating niruha bastis capable of unctuousness, suitable for delicate individuals whose doshas have been disturbed by procedures like emesis.

Indications

• Constipation, abdominal distension, lower back pain, sciatica, arthritis, neurological disorders related to Vata imbalance, ama accumulation.

Classical indications

• Doshas disturbed by procedures like emesis in delicate individuals.

Karma

• Vatahara (pacifies Vata)
• Kapha Shodhana (eliminates Kapha)
• Anulomana (downward moving)
• Deepana (appetizer)
• Pachana (digestive)
• Srotoshodhana (channel cleanser)

Key ingredients

• Dashamula
• Madhu/Honey
• Saindhava Lavana/Rock Salt
• Sneha/Oil
• Warm Water

Adult dose

Typically 400-800 ml, adjusted based on patient's age, strength, and condition.

Pediatric dose

Administered as an enema, volume varies based on the patient's condition.

Preparation steps

• Gather necessary ingredients: herbal decoction (kashaya), honey, rock salt (saindhava), medicated oil (sneha), and herbal paste (kalka).
• Mix honey and rock salt until well combined.
• Add medicated oil and mix thoroughly.
• Incorporate the herbal paste (kalka) and blend until homogenous.
• Gradually add the herbal decoction (kashaya) while continuously stirring to ensure uniform consistency.
• Warm the mixture slightly before administration.

Safety contraindications

• Contraindicated in individuals with severe debilitation, acute diarrhea, rectal bleeding, or intestinal obstruction.

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• Aavaapida
• Abhaya
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