Decoction Of Five Roots (Panchamula Decoction)
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To eliminate oil enema caused by Vata aggravation.
Modern description
Panchamula decoction is a traditional herbal preparation used to alleviate Vata and Kapha imbalances and associated symptoms like stiffness, congestion, and digestive issues. It is often used in enemas with unctuous, sour, salty, and hot substances or taken orally.
Purpose
To eliminate oil enema caused by Vata aggravation.
Indications
- Fever (Jwara)
- Respiratory disorders (Shwasa, Kasa)
- Digestive impairment (Agnimandya)
- Anorexia (Aruchi)
- Inflammatory conditions
- Vata disorders
- Kapha disorders
Classical indications
- Condition where oil is enveloped by Vata, with symptoms like stiffness of the thighs, exhaustion
Karma
- Vatahara
- Kapha hara
- Ama Pachana
- Deepana
- Pachana
Key ingredients
- Agnimantha root
- Bilva root
- Shyonaka root
- Patala root
- Gambhari root
Adult dose
48-96 ml (approximately 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup)
Pediatric dose
Dose should be reduced based on age and weight, consult a physician
Preparation steps
- Coarsely crush the five roots.
- Add the crushed roots to 4 parts of water.
- Boil and simmer until the water reduces to one part.
- Strain the decoction through a clean cloth.
- Cool slightly before administering.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in conditions with severe dehydration or acute Pitta aggravation.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Uttarasthana.
- 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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