Vasaghrta
Classical formulation
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.