Srngyadi
Used for the treatment of dyspnea (difficulty in breathing).
Modern description
Ghee preparation used for treating dyspnea and respiratory ailments.
Purpose
Used for the treatment of dyspnea (difficulty in breathing).
Indications
- Indigestion, loss of appetite, cough, cold, respiratory ailments, general debility, mild constipation due to Vata imbalance, Ama Pachana (digestion of metabolic toxins).
Classical indications
- Dyspnea
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
- Kaphahara (alleviates Kapha)
- Anulomana (mild laxative)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
Key ingredients
- Pippali
- Maricha
- Amla
- Vibhitaki
- Haritaki
- or with ginger as the chief ingredient.
- Srngavera
Adult dose
3-6 grams (or as directed by a physician)
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 ml
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials and authentication.
- Preparation of Kalka (paste) of prescribed herbs.
- Heating of ghee (Ghrita) with Kalka and specified liquid media (decoction, milk, or water).
- Simmering the mixture until the complete evaporation of moisture and absorption of herbal extracts by the ghee.
- Filtering the processed ghee to remove the residue.
- Allowing it to cool and then storing in airtight containers.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with known allergies to any of the ingredients.