Vrisha Ghee (Vrisha Ghrita)
Treatment of Hoarseness and blood disorders
Modern description
Vrisha Ghee, processed with Adhatoda vasica, is used to treat hoarseness, blood disorders, and respiratory ailments. It acts as a rejuvenative tonic, pacifies Vata and Kapha, and provides strength and nourishment to the body.
Purpose
Treatment of Hoarseness and blood disorders
Indications
- Cough, cold, bronchitis, asthma, bleeding disorders, weakness, general debility, respiratory ailments
- Hoarseness
- Blood disorders
Classical indications
- Hoarseness
- Blood disorders
Karma
- Rasayana
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka
- Balya
- Pushtida
Key ingredients
- Milk
- Sugar
- Vrisha root paste/decoction
- Ghee
Adult dose
5-10 grams (approximately 1-2 teaspoons)
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 ml (adjust based on age and weight)
Preparation steps
- Collect the necessary ingredients: Vrisha (Adhatoda vasica), Ghee, and other specified herbs.
- Prepare a decoction of Vrisha and other herbs as per classical guidelines.
- Strain the decoction to remove any solid particles.
- Combine the decoction with ghee in a suitable vessel.
- Heat the mixture over a low flame, stirring continuously, until all the water content evaporates and only the ghee remains, infused with the properties of the herbs.
- Allow the ghee to cool and strain it through a fine cloth.
- Store the prepared Vrisha Ghee in a clean, airtight container.
Safety contraindications
- Not recommended for individuals with indigestion or impaired fat metabolism.