Tarpana That Alleviates Vata (Vataghna Tarpana)
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
To indicate the use of Vataghna Tarpana in specific conditions associated with bloodshot eyes and pain.
Modern description
A nourishing therapy (Tarpana) specifically designed to alleviate Vata dosha, often used in eye conditions to reduce pain, dryness and inflammation. It involves retaining warm, medicated ghee over the eyes to nourish and rejuvenate ocular tissues.
Purpose
To indicate the use of Vataghna Tarpana in specific conditions associated with bloodshot eyes and pain.
Indications
- Vata disorders
- Emaciation
- Weakness
- Debility
- Fatigue
- Low Immunity
- Muscle wasting
- Dry eye syndrome
- Eye strain
- Myopia
Classical indications
- Located in two layers
- Associated with pain
- Raktadhishyanda (bloodshot eyes)
Karma
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Rasayana
- Pushtida
- Vrishya
Key ingredients
- Based on the name 'Vataghna Tarpana'
- Ashwagandha
- Shatavari
- Godugdha
- Ghee
- Sharkara
- a reasonable composition could be: Bala
Adult dose
12-24 grams (based on digestive power) mixed with equal amount of warm water or as directed by the physician
Pediatric dose
Not applicable/Consult physician
Preparation steps
- Prepare a dough ring using black gram flour (Masha) around the eyes.
- Warm the medicated ghee to a comfortable temperature.
- Pour the ghee into the ring, ensuring the eyes are immersed.
- Instruct the patient to gently blink and move their eyes.
- Retain the ghee for a specific duration.
- Remove the ghee and dough, and gently wipe the eyes with a soft cloth.
Safety contraindications
- Contraindicated in acute eye inflammation, severe pain, or exhaustion.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta Samhita.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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