Prithakparnyadi
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Decoction of Prithakparnyadi mixed with Bhadradaru and Maricha to be given to a pregnant woman.
Modern description
A decoction of Prithakparnyadi, Bhadradaru, and Maricha given to pregnant women, likely to support a healthy pregnancy and address Vata imbalances.
Purpose
Decoction of Prithakparnyadi mixed with Bhadradaru and Maricha to be given to a pregnant woman.
Indications
- Fever (Jwara), inflammatory conditions (Shotha), generalized body ache (Angamarda), diseases of the respiratory system (Shwasa Roga, Kasa), Vata imbalance, post-partum care for Vata balance.
Classical indications
- Garbhini Jwara
- Garbhini Shotha
- Garbhini Angamarda
- Vata Prakopa
Karma
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Shothahara
- Deepana
- Pachana
Key ingredients
- Prithakparni - 1 part
- Brihati - 1 part
- Gokshura - 1 part
- Bala - 1 part
- Shalaparni - 1 part
- Water
Adult dose
48-96 ml
Pediatric dose
Not applicable.
Preparation steps
- Gather all the ingredients of Prithakparnyadi.
- Boil the ingredients in water to reduce to a quarter.
- Filter the decoction to remove solid particles.
- Add Bhadradaru and Maricha.
- Administer warm.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in conditions with severe Pitta aggravation.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta 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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