Phalahva
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Used for diseases caused by Kapha
Modern description
An oil formulation used to balance Kapha dosha, often employed in therapeutic emesis (Vamana) and for treating Kapha-related disorders.
Purpose
Used for diseases caused by Kapha
Indications
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Intestinal worms (Krimi)
- Metabolic disorders
- Early stages of Ama (undigested toxins)
- General digestive aid
Classical indications
- Diseases caused by Kapha
Karma
- Vatahara
- Kaphahara
- Pittahara (balancing in moderate doses)
- Rasayana
- Lekhana
- Deepana
Key ingredients
- Triphala
- Vidanga
- Madhu
Adult dose
5-10 grams (approx. 1-2 teaspoons)
Pediatric dose
5-10 ml
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials (herbs)
- Cleaning and drying of herbs
- Preparation of decoction (Kashaya)
- Preparation of herbal paste (Kalka)
- Mixing of decoction, paste, and base oil (Sesame or Coconut oil)
- Heating the mixture until all water evaporates
- Filtering the oil
- Quality control testing
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Severe diarrhea or dysentery
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya.
- 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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