Dasamularishtam

Description

Dasamularishtam is one of the potent liquid Ayurvedic formulations which is named after Dashmula (a powerful combination of roots of ten herbs) which is one of its main ingredient. It contains 3 to 5% of alcohol which is generated naturally within a span of 3 months of fermentation.

Properties and Uses:

It is a cardiac stimulator and hepatic tonic which helps in improving immunity and strength promotes fertility and supports prenatal care of the mother.

It is used in a number of conditions like Respiratory Disorders, Cough, Asthma, Anorexia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Urinary Disorders, Diabetes, etc.

Dosage and Anupan:

Children – 5 to 10 ml

Adults – 20 to 40 ml

Older Adults – 20 ml

To be taken after meals in divided doses with an equal quantity of water and the maximum dose should not exceed more than 60 ml.

Side Effects:

Should not be taken empty stomach and not more than 40 ml at a time as it may induce loose bowels. This product should not be used in a person experiencing loose bowels or diarrhea.

Best avoided in pregnant women.

Shelf Life:

10 years. Empty the bottle within three months of opening.

Reference:

1. Bhaishajya Ratnavali Vajikaran Prakaran 74/357-371

2. Sharangdhara Samhita Madhyama Khanda 10/78-92

3. Ayurved Sar Sangrah Asava-Arishta Prakaran

4. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Part - II (Formulations) Volume – II. 1: 8