Triphala Ghee (Triphalaghrita)
Ghee cooked with decoction and paste of Triphala for treating Vata-related eye disorders.
Modern description
Triphala Ghrita is a medicated ghee preparation used for eye disorders, particularly those related to Vata dosha imbalance, promoting overall eye health and vision.
Purpose
Ghee cooked with decoction and paste of Triphala for treating Vata-related eye disorders.
Indications
- Eye diseases
- Early stages of cataract
- General weakness
- Constipation
- Hyperacidity
- Improving vision
- Skin diseases associated with vitiated doshas
Classical indications
- Vata born eye disorders
- general palliative treatment
Karma
- Chakshushya (good for eyes)
- Rasayana (rejuvenative)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
- Pittahara (alleviates Pitta)
- Kaphahara (alleviates Kapha)
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Anulomana (mild laxative)
Key ingredients
- Haritaki
- Amalaki
- Ghrita
- Bibhitaki
Adult dose
5-10 grams (approximately 1-2 teaspoons)
Pediatric dose
1/2 - 1 teaspoonful twice daily
Preparation steps
- Prepare a decoction by boiling Triphala in water until reduced to a quarter
- Add equal quantities of milk
- Add paste of Triphala
- Add ghee and cook until the mixture is properly heated and filtered
Safety contraindications
- Acute diarrhea, severe Kapha-associated indigestion, pregnancy