Nyagrodhadi Group
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Used in a decoction
Modern description
Nyagrodhadi group used in decoction is traditionally for its astringent and wound-healing properties and is often administered with sugar.
Purpose
Used in a decoction
Indications
- Diarrhea, dysentery, bleeding disorders (Raktapitta), wound healing, skin diseases, excessive sweating, internal bleeding, menorrhagia.
Classical indications
- Atisara (Diarrhea)
- Raktapitta (Bleeding disorders)
- Vrana (Wounds)
Karma
- Stambhana (astringent), Vranaropana (wound healing), Pitta Shamaka (pacifies Pitta), Kapha Shamaka (pacifies Kapha)
Key ingredients
- Nyagrodha stem bark
- Udumbara stem bark
- Ashvattha stem bark
- Plaksha stem bark
- Vetasa stem bark. Equal parts by weight.
Adult dose
Decoction: 50-100 ml. Powder: 3-6 grams.
Pediatric dose
25-50 ml
Preparation steps
- Collect the herbs of the Nyagrodhadi group.
- Clean and dry the herbs thoroughly.
- Cut the herbs into small pieces.
- Boil the herbs in water until the water reduces to one-fourth of the original quantity.
- Filter the decoction to remove solid particles.
- The decoction is now ready for use.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in cases of severe constipation or significant Vata aggravation.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana.
- 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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