Five Roots (Panchamula)

Modern description

Panchamula, or 'five roots,' is a combination used to reduce inflammation, relieve fever, and improve digestion, often used in combination with other herbs like Rasaanjana and Guggulu.

Purpose

Used with Rasaanjana and Guggulu.

Indications

• Fever, inflammation, digestive disorders, respiratory ailments, pain, edema, anorexia.

Classical indications

• Vata disorders
• Kapha disorders
• Inflammation
• Digestive impairment
• Respiratory ailments

Karma

• Deepana (appetizer)
• Pachana (digestive)
• Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
• Kapha-Vata Shamaka (pacifies Kapha and Vata)

Key ingredients

• Bilva root
• Agnimantha root
• Shyonaka root
• Gambhari root
• Patala root
• all parts in equal quantity.

Adult dose

40-80 ml of the decoction, once or twice daily.

Pediatric dose

Dosage should be reduced based on the child's age and weight, consult a physician.

Preparation steps

• Collection of herbs: Procure the roots of the specified plants.
• Cleaning: Wash the roots thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
• Cutting: Cut the roots into small pieces.
• Decoction: Boil the cut roots in water until the water is reduced to a quarter of its original volume.
• Filtering: Filter the decoction to remove the solid residue.
• Cooling: Allow the decoction to cool before use.

Safety contraindications

• Not recommended for individuals with severe kidney disorders without medical supervision.