Raktapitta

Modern description

Discussion of Raktapitta (bleeding disorder) in comparison to fever (Jwara), highlighting differences in etiology and symptoms. Raktapitta is a condition in Ayurveda associated with excessive bleeding and Pitta dosha imbalance, often resulting in symptoms like nosebleeds, skin rashes, and excessive menstruation.

Purpose

Comparison between Raktapitta and Fever (Jwara)

Indications

• Raktapitta (bleeding disorders), epistaxis, hematemesis, menorrhagia, bleeding gums, cough with blood

Classical indications

• Raktapitta

Karma

• Raktapittahara
• Pittashamaka
• Kaphahara
• Raktastambhana

Key ingredients

• Vasaka juice
• Sugar
• Honey

Adult dose

10-20 ml

Pediatric dose

Not applicable, diagnostic description

Preparation steps

• Collection of herbs
• Cleaning and drying of herbs
• Pulverization of herbs individually
• Mixing of all ingredients in specified ratio
• Quality control tests
• Packaging