Description
Dhootpapeshwar Ashokarishta is a widely prescribed Ayurvedic formulation produced by fermentation of decoction of its principal integrant Ashoka (Saraca asoca) and other ingredients listed below. It contains 5 to 10% self-generated alcohol which acts as the medium of dissolution of active constituents of the herbs.
Ingredients:
| 1 | Ashoka | Saraca Asoca | St. Bk. | 4.8 kg |
| 2 | Jala for decoction Water | 49.152 li. | reduced to | 12.288 li. |
| 3 | Guda (Jaggery) | | | 9.6 kg |
| 4 | Dhatki | Woodfordia fruticosa | Fl. | 768 g |
| 5 | Ajaji | Cuminum cyminum | Fr. | 48 g |
| 6 | Mustak | Cyperus rotundus | Rz. | 48 g |
| 7 | Shunthi | Zingiber officinale | Rz. | 48 g |
| 8 | Darvi | Berberis aristate | St. | 48 g |
| 9 | Utpala | Nymphaea stellate | Fl. | 48 g |
| 10 | Haritaki | Terminalia chebula | P. | 48 g |
| 11 | Bibhitaki | Terminalia bellerica | P. | 48 g |
| 12 | Amalaki | Emblica officinalis | P. | 48 g |
| 13 | Amrasthi | Mangifera indica | Enm. | 48 g |
| 14 | Shweta Jirak | Cuminum cyminum | Fr. | 48 g |
| 15 | Vasa | Adhatoda vasica | Rt. | 48 g |
| 16 | Shweta Chandan | Santalum album | Ht. Wd. | 48 g |
Properties and Uses
It is a uterine tonic used for treating problems related to the menstrual cycle.
It helps in regulating hormones, symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome and menstrual discomfort.
It is useful in various gynecological conditions like Menorrhagia, Metrorrhagia, Menometrorrhagia, PCOS, Dysmenorrhea, etc.
Dosage and Anupam:
15 – 30 ml once or twice a day with an equal quantity of water, usually advised to be taken after meals.
Side effects:
It may cause missed periods, delayed menstruation or decreased menstrual flow hence it should only be taken under physician’s supervision.
It should be taken in caution during pregnancy and lactation period.
Shelf life:
10 years. Consume the bottle within 2 months after opening.
Reference:
1. Bhaishajya Ratnavali Pradar-Rog Chikitsa-66/114-117
2. Ayurved Sar Sangrah-Ashavarishta Prakaran
3. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Part - II (Formulations) Volume – II, 1:5
