Shadanga Jarasa
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Commonly prescribed treatment for consumption (Rajayakshma).
Modern description
A rejuvenating formulation used in the treatment of consumption (Rajayakshma).
Purpose
Commonly prescribed treatment for consumption (Rajayakshma).
Indications
- Fever
- Thirst
- Indigestion
- Burning sensation
- Anorexia
- Rajayakshma (Consumption)
Classical indications
- Consumption (Rajayakshma)
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Tridoshahara (primarily Pitta and Kapha)
Key ingredients
- Based on the name 'Shadanga Jarasa'
- the most likely formulation is
- Parpata 1 part
- Chandana 1 part
- Shunti 1 part
- Bala 1 part. All parts are in equal quantity.
- Ushira 1 part
Adult dose
48-96 ml (approximately 1/4 to 1/2 cup)
Pediatric dose
1-3 grams
Preparation steps
- Take equal parts of the constituent herbs.
- Coarsely powder the herbs.
- Add the powder to water (typically 1 part powder to 16 parts water).
- Boil the mixture and reduce to 1/4 of the original volume.
- Filter the decoction through a clean cloth.
Safety contraindications
- High Pitta conditions (use with caution)
Related formulations
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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