Rasaanjana
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Classical formulation
Modern description
Rasaanjana is considered a valuable ingredient in Ayurveda, particularly for eye disorders and wound healing due to its astringent and cooling properties.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Eye disorders (conjunctivitis, trachoma), skin diseases, wounds, ulcers, inflammation, bleeding disorders, poisoning.
Classical indications
- Netra Rogas (Eye diseases)
- Vrana (Wounds)
- Twak Vikara (Skin disorders)
Karma
- Chakshushya (beneficial for eyes)
- Vranaropana (wound healing)
- Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
- Kapha-Pittahara (balances Kapha and Pitta doshas)
- Vishaghna (anti-toxic)
Key ingredients
- Daruharidra root extract
Adult dose
125 mg - 500 mg
Pediatric dose
30-60 mg
Preparation steps
- Collect Berberis aristata roots.
- Dry the roots completely.
- Grind the dried roots into a fine powder.
- Store the powder in an airtight container away from moisture and light.
Safety contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Lactation (use with caution)
- Severe dehydration
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana.
- 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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