Yapana Enema (Yapana Basti)

Modern description

Yapana Basti is a nourishing enema that balances Vata and Pitta, promotes strength, and rejuvenates the body. It combines detoxifying and nourishing properties, making it ideal for chronic conditions and overall well-being.

Purpose

Classical formulation

Indications

• Debility, emaciation, Vata disorders, infertility (in both men and women), weakness of muscles, convalescence after chronic illness, to promote overall health and longevity.

Classical indications

• Ksheena Shukra (semen depletion)
• Asthi Dhatu Vikara (bone disorders)
• Vatarakta (gout)
• Unmada (insanity)
• Prameha (obstinate urinary disorders)

Karma

• Balya (strengthening)
• Rasayana (rejuvenating)
• Vatahara (pacifies Vata)
• Pushtida (nourishing)
• Brumhana (bulk promoting)

Key ingredients

• Milk
• Dashamoola (1 part each
• Bala
• Payasya
• Kakoli
• Kshirakakoli
• Mudgaparni
• Mashaparni
• Jeevaka
• Rishabhaka
• Madhuka
• Ghee
• Honey
• Rock salt
• Jeevanthi

Adult dose

Quantity depends on patient's strength and digestive capacity, typically 240-480 ml (approx. 8-16 oz).

Pediatric dose

As directed by the physician for Basti

Preparation steps

• Prepare a decoction of suitable herbs based on the patient's condition.
• Add nourishing ingredients like milk, meat soup, ghee, and honey to the decoction.
• Warm the mixture to body temperature.
• Administer the enema using a Basti (enema apparatus).

Toxic ingredients

• unspecified

Safety contraindications

• Contraindicated in acute fever, severe diarrhea, and rectal bleeding.