Vasaghrtam Dadhikam Cha Pibettryushanam Eva Cha
Classical formulation
Modern description
A reference to a ghee-based formulation with milk and Trikatu in the context of respiratory ailments and digestive support.
Purpose
Classical formulation
Indications
- Cough
- Bronchitis
- Asthma
- Respiratory congestion
- Digestive weakness
- Anorexia
Classical indications
- Jwara (fever)
- Shwasa (asthma)
- Kasa (cough)
Karma
- Kaphahara
- Vatahara
- Shwasahara
- Kasahara
- Deepana
- Pachana
Key ingredients
- Vasa juice or decoction
- Ghrita
- Dadhi
- Tryushana
Adult dose
5-10 grams (approximately 1-2 teaspoons)
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 grams (approximately 1/2 - 1 teaspoon)
Preparation steps
- Collect Vasa leaves and extract juice.
- Prepare Trikatu powder (ginger, black pepper, and long pepper).
- Mix Vasa juice, Trikatu powder, and dadhi (curd) with ghee.
- Heat the mixture on low flame until all the moisture evaporates and the ghee is infused with the ingredients.
- Filter the ghee and store it in a clean container.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in conditions like acute fever, indigestion, and diarrhea.