Vrisha Ghee (Vrisha Ghrita)
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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.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Charaka 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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