Vidangarishta (450 ml) - Sandu
Uses and benefits
- Anthelmintic (Anti-worm) Properties: Vidangarishta is primarily known for its ability to destroy and expel parasitic intestinal worms like roundworms and pinworms. It can also help prevent the recurrence of such infestations.
- Digestive Health: It is a powerful digestive and carminative that can help improve digestion, relieve bloating, flatulence, and loss of appetite. It is also believed to improve the absorption of nutrients from food.
- Blood Purification: According to Ayurveda, Vidangarishta can act as a blood purifier due to its Shodhana (purification) property.
- Other Applications: Vidangarishta is also sometimes used to treat conditions such as abscess, urinary disorders, prostate enlargement, thigh cramps, urinary calculi, wry neck, and anal fistula.
Ingredients
Vidangarishta is a polyherbal formulation that can contain up to 18 herbal ingredients. Some of the key ingredients include:
- Vidanga
- Pippali
- Rasna
- Kutaj
- Amla
- Dhataki
- Cinnamon
- Cardamom
- Kachnar
- Ginger
- Kalimirch
- Patha
- Lodhra
- Priyangu
- Madhu
Dosage and administration
- Form: Vidangarishta is available as a liquid or syrup.
- Dosage: The recommended dosage for adults is typically 15-30 ml, taken twice a day after meals, mixed with an equal amount of lukewarm water. For children, the recommended dosage is usually lower, around 10-15 ml, once or twice a day after food. However, the specific dosage can vary depending on age, health condition, and the advice of an Ayurvedic practitioner.
- Consultation: It is always advisable to consult with an Ayurvedic doctor or practitioner before using Vidangarishta, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions or are taking other medications.