Pindarasas
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Description of different shapes and sources of pindarasas.
Modern description
Describes different shapes and sources of pindarasas and is therefore diagnostic.
Purpose
Description of different shapes and sources of pindarasas.
Indications
- General debility, emaciation, convalescence, weak digestion, promoting strength and vitality.
Classical indications
- Kshaya (tissue depletion)
- Bala Kshaya (loss of strength)
Karma
- Balya (strengthening), Brumhana (nourishing), Vata-Pittashamaka (balances Vata and Pitta)
Key ingredients
- Ksheera
- Ghee
- Sharkara
- Madhu
Adult dose
1-2 tablespoons, once or twice daily
Pediatric dose
1/2 - 1 tablespoon, once or twice daily
Preparation steps
- Collect the ingredients.
- Prepare Kalka (paste) and Kwatha (decoction) as per classical methods.
- Mix the Kalka and Kwatha.
- Cook until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Allow it to cool, and then store it properly.
Safety contraindications
- Ajeerna (indigestion), Ama (undigested toxins).
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsasthana 1, Verse 38-41.
- 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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