Parushaka Ghrita (Parusaka Ghrta)
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Ghee preparation
Modern description
Parushaka Ghrita is a ghee-based Ayurvedic formulation traditionally used to balance Vata and Pitta, promote strength and rejuvenation, and support digestive health. It contains Parushaka (Grewia asiatica) along with ghee and other herbs.
Purpose
Ghee preparation
Indications
- Vata disorders
- Pitta disorders
- Emaciation
- Weakness
- Digestive problems
- Anorexia
- Cough
- Breathing Difficulties
- Thirst
- Burning sensation
Classical indications
- Kshaya (Emaciation)
- Daha (Burning Sensation)
- Jwara (Fever)
Karma
- Vatahara
- Pittahara
- Balya
- Rasayana
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Hridya
Key ingredients
- Parushaka fruit pulp
- Water
- Ghrita
- Sharkara
- Trikatu
- Chaturjata
Adult dose
12-24 grams (1-2 tablespoons) once or twice a day.
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 ml twice daily.
Preparation steps
- Collection of ingredients.
- Preparation of Kalka (paste) of prescribed herbs.
- Mixing Kalka with ghee and water.
- Heating the mixture until all the water evaporates and only ghee remains.
- Filtering the ghee to remove any solid particles.
- Cooling and storing the ghee in an airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with indigestion or Ama.
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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