Talapatri Bida
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
To be used after seven nights.
Modern description
A bolus-type formulation used after specific durations (e.g., seven nights) in a treatment regimen, likely for digestive or respiratory conditions. It acts as a mouth freshener and digestive stimulant.
Purpose
To be used after seven nights for digestive and respiratory benefits.
Indications
- Arochaka (anorexia)
- Mukha Daurgandhya (bad breath)
- Jihwa Jadyata (stiffness of the tongue)
- Indigestion (mild)
Classical indications
- Arochaka
- Mukha Daurgandhya
- Jihwa Jadyata
Karma
- Mukha Shodhana (mouth cleanser)
- Rochana (appetizer)
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka (reduces Vata and Kapha)
- Agnideepana (digestive stimulant)
Key ingredients
- Ela 1 part
- Lavanga 1 part
- Jatiphala 1 part
- Karpura 1/4 part
- Talapatra sufficient for wrapping
Adult dose
One Bida (bolus) as needed, not exceeding 2 per day
Pediatric dose
0.5-1 gram, under strict medical supervision
Preparation steps
- Gather all the ingredients as per the formulation.
- Clean and prepare the herbs.
- Mix the ingredients in specified proportions.
- Roll into small boluses (Bida).
- Dry the boluses under shade.
- Store in airtight containers.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for pregnant women, children, or individuals with severe gastritis.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana.
- 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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