Sananipata Gulama
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Describes the etiology and nature of Gulma arising from the combination of all three doshas.
Modern description
Sannipata Gulma describes abdominal lump caused by aggravation of all three doshas and is considered difficult to treat. May be correlated to conditions like intestinal obstruction or abdominal tumors.
Purpose
Describes the etiology and nature of Gulma arising from the combination of all three doshas.
Indications
- Sannipata Gulma (abdominal lump caused by vitiation of all three doshas)
- Adhmana (abdominal distension)
- Agnimandya (digestive impairment)
- Shula (colic)
- Vata disorders associated with Kapha
Classical indications
- Gulma (abdominal lump) caused by the combination of all three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka (balances Vata and Kapha)
- Shoolahara (pain reliever)
- Gulmahara (relieves abdominal lump)
Key ingredients
- Shunthi
- Maricha
- Pippali
- Hingu
- Yavani
- Vidanga
- Chavya
- Pippalimula
- Chitrak
- Pushkaramula
- Ajamoda
- Sarjika Kshara
- Saindhava Lavana
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner
Preparation steps
- Collect the ingredients
- Dry the herbs
- Powder the herbs separately
- Mix all the powdered ingredients in specified proportions
- Store in an airtight container
Toxic ingredients
- None
Safety contraindications
- Not suitable for individuals with severe ulcers or acute inflammatory conditions.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka 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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