Dhootpapeshwar
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Dhootpapeshwar Balarishta is a widely prescribed Ayurvedic formulation produced by fermentation of decoction of its principal integrant Bala (Sida cordifolia) and other ingred.. view detail
Classical Medicine - Arishta / Arishtam
Dhootpapeshwar Balarishta is a widely prescribed Ayurvedic formulation produced by fermentation of decoction of its principal integrant Bala (Sida cordifolia) 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:
| S. No. | Herb / Drug Name | Latin Name | Part used | Quantity |
| 1 | Bala | Sida cordifolia | Rt. | 4.8 kg |
| 2 | Ashvagandha | Withania somnifera | Rt. | 4.8 kg |
| 3 | Jala for decoction (Water) | 49.152 l | reduced to 12.288 l | |
| 4 | Guda (Jaggery) | 14.4 kg | ||
| 5 | Dhataki | Woodfordia fruticosa | Fl. | 768 g |
| 6 | Payasy¡ | Ipomea digitata | Rt. | 96 g |
| 7 | Panchangula | Ricinus communis | Rt. | 96 g |
| 8 | Rasna | Pluchea lanceolata | Lf. | 48 g |
| 9 | Sukshma Ela | Elettaria cardamomum | Sd. | 48 g |
| 10 | Prasarini | Paederia foetida | Pl. | 48 g |
| 11 | Lavang | Syzgyium aromaticum | Fl. Bd. | 48 g |
| 12 | Ushira | Vetiveria zizanioides | Rt. | 48 g |
| 13 | Gokshura | Tribulus terrestris | Fr. | 48 g |
Properties and Uses:
It is Vata-shamak, Balya, Brihmhan, Mamsa-dhatu poshak.
It promotes weight gain, stimulates Agni, nourishes the body and improves strength.
Dosage and Anupan:
2 to 4 tablespoons full (15-30 ml) twice daily after meals, with an equal quantity of lukewarm water.
Side effects:
Although side effects are not common if taken in a dosage of more than 50 ml at a single time, it may cause loose motions, abdominal distension, and gastrointestinal disturbances. This medicine is best to be avoided during pregnancy since it contains Colocynth which is a potential abortifacient.
Jaggery in it may increase blood sugar levels in diabetics.
Shelf life:
10 years. Bottle once opened is better advised to be emptied within 2 months.
Reference:
1. Bhaishajya Ratnavali Vata vyadhi Chikitsa Prakaran 26/607-610
2. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Part - II (Formulations) Volume – II. 1: 7
