Shadangakalpana
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To relieve difficult labor and associated symptoms
Modern description
An oil and water-based preparation used to alleviate difficult labor, retained placenta, and associated symptoms.
Purpose
To relieve difficult labor and associated symptoms
Indications
- Fever, thirst, burning sensation, indigestion, anorexia, infections (especially related to Pitta dosha imbalance).
Classical indications
- Difficult labor
- Retained placenta
- Pain and stiffness in the flanks and vagina
- Blood clots and other impurities
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Jwaraghna
- Pittashamaka
- Trishna Nigrahana
Key ingredients
- Musta 1 part
- Parpataka 1 part
- Chandana 1 part
- Shunti 1 part
- Kiratatikta 1 part. All parts are typically measured by weight.
- Ushira 1 part
Adult dose
50-100 ml
Pediatric dose
Not applicable
Preparation steps
- Combine all six ingredients in equal parts.
- Boil with 8 parts of water until reduced to 1 part (decoction).
- Filter and use.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy, except during labor, and in individuals with severe dehydration.
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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