Vasaghrta (Vasaghrta)

Modern description

Vasa Ghrita is a medicated ghee formulation used to treat bleeding disorders, reduce burning sensations, and pacify Pitta dosha.

Purpose

Classical formulation

Indications

• Cough, Asthma, Respiratory disorders, Bleeding disorders (Raktapitta), Weakness, Emaciation.

Classical indications

• Raktapitta
• Kasa
• Shwasa

Karma

• Kasahara
• Shwasahara
• Raktapittahara
• Balya
• Pushtida

Key ingredients

• Vasa - Juice (Svarasa) - 4 parts
• Go-ghrita - 1 part

Adult dose

5-10 ml

Pediatric dose

Consult physician

Preparation steps

• Collect Vasa (Adhatoda vasica) leaves and extract juice.
• Prepare ghee (clarified butter).
• Combine Vasa juice and ghee in specified proportions.
• Heat the mixture over low heat until all moisture evaporates.
• Filter the resulting Vasa Ghrita to remove any solid particles.
• Store in a clean, airtight container.

Safety contraindications

• Avoid in conditions with excess Ama or Kapha.