Triphala (Traiphala)

Modern description

Triphala Ghrita is a ghee-based formulation used in Ayurveda for treating eye conditions caused by imbalances in Pitta and Kapha doshas, promoting overall eye health.

Purpose

Treatment for eye conditions caused by vitiated Pitta or Kapha doshas. Addresses Pitta and Kapha Abhyishyanda.

Indications

• Constipation, indigestion, hyperacidity, vision problems, skin disorders, premature aging, general debility, promotes longevity, supports healthy digestion, mild detoxification, tumors, early stage of cataract, erysipelas, excessive discharge in women, eye pain with itching and discharge, cough, oedema, hair fall, intermittent fever, pterygium
• Useful in eye and eyelid related diseases
• Myopia, hypermetropia, retinitis pigmentosa, astigmatism, macular degeneration of eye, night blindness, refractive errors, computer vision syndrome, allergic blepharitis, corneal ulcer, xerophthalmia, dry eye syndrome

Classical indications

• pittavidagdha drishti (eye affected by pitta)
• kaphavidagdha drishti (eye affected by kapha)

Karma

• Rasayana
• Chakshushya
• Deepana
• Pachana
• Anulomana
• Vatahara
• Pittahara
• Kaphahara
• Medhya

Key ingredients

• Haritaki fruit rind
• Amalaki fruit
• Bibhitaki fruit rind

Adult dose

3-6 grams

Pediatric dose

2.5-5 grams

Preparation steps

• Prepare a decoction by boiling Triphala with water and reducing it to a quarter.
• Add equal quantities of milk to the decoction.
• Add Triphala paste and ghee to the mixture.
• Cook until all the moisture content is evaporated and the paste forms a wick when rolled between fingers.
• Filter and pack in a tightly closed container.

Toxic ingredients

• surgical incision (siravyadha) is avoided

Safety contraindications

• Avoid surgical incision (siravyadha)