Excreting Blood Like Urine (Shonitamehi)
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To describe the characteristics of urine in Shonitamehi, which is like blood.
Modern description
Shonitamehi refers to a condition where a person excretes urine that is blood-like in appearance, primarily due to Pitta imbalance.
Purpose
To describe the characteristics of urine in Shonitamehi, which is like blood.
Indications
- Shonita Meha (bleeding in urine), Raktapitta (bleeding disorders), Pradara (leucorrhea/metrorrhagia), Raktavikara (blood disorders)
Classical indications
- Urinates like blood
Karma
- Raktaprasadana
- Stambhana
- Pittashamaka
- Kaphahara
Key ingredients
- Lodhra
- Rasanjana
- Amalaki
- Gairika
- Madhu
Adult dose
3-6 grams
Pediatric dose
Not applicable (disease description)
Preparation steps
- Ingredients are collected and properly identified.
- Each ingredient is cleaned and dried separately.
- The ingredients are then ground into a fine powder.
- The powder is then mixed in specific proportions as per the formulation.
- The mixture is then stored in an airtight container away from sunlight.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with severe anemia or bleeding disorders unless under strict medical supervision.
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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