Description
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
