Triyushanadya Ghrita
Classical formulation
Modern description
Triyushanadya Ghrita is a medicated ghee preparation used traditionally in Ayurveda for digestive and respiratory ailments, primarily balancing Vata and Kapha doshas.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Cough
- Cold
- Rhinitis
- Asthma
- Anorexia
- Indigestion
- Kapha disorders
- Vata disorders
- Grahani
Classical indications
- Grahani
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Kapha-vata hara (reduces Kapha and Vata doshas)
- Shwasahara (relieves dyspnea)
- Kasahara (relieves cough)
Key ingredients
- Ghrita
- Trikatu (equal parts of Shunthi
Adult dose
5-10 ml
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 ml
Preparation steps
- Collect the ingredients: Trikatu (equal parts of Shunthi, Maricha, and Pippali) and Ghrita.
- Weigh the ingredients accurately.
- Prepare a fine powder of Trikatu.
- Melt the Ghrita in a clean pan on low heat.
- Add the Trikatu powder to the melted Ghrita.
- Stir continuously to ensure even distribution.
- Continue heating until the Ghrita absorbs the essence of the herbs (approx. 15-20 minutes).
- Filter the Ghrita through a clean muslin cloth to remove any solid particles.
- Allow the Ghrita to cool down completely.
- Store in an airtight container away from sunlight and moisture.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in conditions with severe Pitta aggravation, bleeding disorders, or during acute fever.