Rasayanas Used While Exposed To Wind And Sun (Vatatapika Rasayanas)
Vatatapika Rasayanas are those that are administered while the individual is exposed to wind and sun, allowing them to maintain their normal daily life during therapy. It is designed for those who cannot afford intensive care, making this outdoor therapy accessible and less restrictive. These therapies promote vitality and immunity.
Modern description
Rejuvenative therapies performed while exposed to sun and wind, often involving specific dietary and lifestyle practices to enhance vitality and immunity. Vatatapika Rasayana is an accessible rejuvenation therapy designed for individuals with standard lifestyles, offering a less restrictive approach that enables participation in daily activities while receiving necessary treatment.
Purpose
To describe Vatatapika Rasayanas as those that are done through service to the sun and wind, and to mention the people who are fit for it.
Indications
- Vata disorders, weakness, emaciation, debility, promotes strength and immunity, improves digestion and appetite.
Classical indications
- People fit for Kutipravesika and Vatatapika Rasayanas
Karma
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Rasayana
- Pushtida
Key ingredients
- Sharkara
- Ghrita
- Patala
- Bala
- Salaparni
- Prsniparni
- Gokshura
- Brihati
- Kantakari
- Sringi
- Tamalaki
- Jivanti
- Pushkaramula
- Aguru
- Abhaya
- Riddhi
- Vriddhi
- Vacha
- Musta
- Mudgaparni
Adult dose
5-10 grams
Pediatric dose
Not applicable/Consult physician
Preparation steps
- The classical Ayurvedic texts provide various methods, depending on the specific ingredients. Generally involves collecting herbs, purifying them, and preparing them into a suitable form such as powder, paste, or decoction.
- Mixing the ingredients in specific proportions as per the formulation guidelines.
- Performing Bhavana (levigation) with specific liquids to enhance therapeutic efficacy, if required.
Safety contraindications
- Generally contraindicated in acute illness, severe digestive weakness, and Kapha dominant conditions.