Paanchamulika
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To expel oil with enemas
Modern description
Paanchamulika, a decoction of five roots, is used to expel oil during enema therapy and supports digestive function.
Purpose
To expel oil with enemas
Indications
- Inflammatory conditions, respiratory ailments, cough, cold, fever, pain management, edema, digestive weakness.
Karma
- Vatahara (Vata pacifying)
- Kapha-hara (Kapha pacifying)
- Shothahara (Anti-inflammatory)
- Deepana (Appetizer)
- Pachana (Digestive)
Key ingredients
- Assuming 'Paanchamulika' refers to 'Dashamula'
- dividing by two
- Agnimantha root 1 part
- Shyonaka root 1 part
- Gambhari root 1 part
- Patala root 1 part.
Adult dose
48-60 ml decoction, or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.
Pediatric dose
As per physician. Consider age, body weight, and strength of the child. Use milder potencies and smaller doses compared to adults.
Preparation steps
- Gather the five roots (Bilva, Agnimantha, Shyonaka, Patala, and Gambhari).
- Clean the roots thoroughly.
- Add the roots to a pot with water.
- Boil the mixture until the water is reduced to one-fourth of the original quantity.
- Strain the decoction to remove any solid particles.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy, lactation, and in individuals with severe kidney or liver disorders; consult an Ayurvedic physician before use.
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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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