Shatavari Root Paste (Shatavari Mulakalkam)
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For blood disease related to Vata Pitta
Modern description
Shatavari Mulakalkam, a paste made from Shatavari root, is traditionally used to pacify Vata and Pitta related blood disorders and inflammation. It is also used as a rejuvenative tonic, galactagogue and for promoting overall well being.
Purpose
For blood disease related to Vata Pitta
Indications
- Debility
- Emaciation
- Vata disorders
- Pitta disorders
- Galactagogue to increase breast milk
- General tonic
- Menopausal Symptoms
- Threatened Abortion
Classical indications
- Blood disease related to Vata Pitta
Karma
- Vatahara
- Pitta Shamaka
- Rasayana
- Balya
- Stanyajanana
Key ingredients
- Shatavari root paste
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner
Preparation steps
- Wash Shatavari root thoroughly.
- Pound the fresh root into a paste (Kalka).
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in cases of known allergy to Asparagus racemosus or related plants.
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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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