Palasha Juice (Palasha Rasa)
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
Classical formulation
Modern description
Palasha Rasa (juice of Butea monosperma) is used for its anthelmintic, digestive, and appetizing properties.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Ascites (Udara), abdominal distension, intestinal worms (Krimi), urinary disorders (Mutrakricchra), calculi (Ashmari), and splenic disorders (Pleeha Roga).
Classical indications
- Krimi Roga (intestinal worm infestations)
- Piles
- Skin diseases
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Shoola Prashamana (pain reliever)
- Krumighna (anthelmintic)
- Mutrala (diuretic)
Key ingredients
- Gomutra
- Palasha Kshara
Adult dose
5-10 ml, once or twice a day.
Pediatric dose
5-10 ml, or as directed by the physician
Preparation steps
- Collect fresh Palasha (Butea monosperma) plant.
- Wash the plant thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Crush the entire plant, including the stem, leaves, and flowers, to extract the juice.
- Strain the extracted juice through a clean cloth to remove any solid particles.
- The strained juice is now ready for use. It can be consumed fresh or stored for later use.
- If storing, ensure it is kept in a clean, airtight container in a cool, dark place to maintain its potency.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and in children without strict medical supervision.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka 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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