Khadirarishta
Fermented preparation with Khadira, Devadaru, Bakuchi, Darvi and Triphala used primarily for skin diseases and blood disorders.
Khadirarishta — Overview
Khadirarishta is a fermented preparation built on Khadira (Acacia catechu), Devadaru, Bakuchi, Darvi and Triphala, boiled down to one-eighth and then fermented with Makshika (honey), sugar, Dhataki and a rich blend of aromatics including Nagakesara, Jatiphala, Lavanga, Ela, Twak, Patra and Pippali. The mixture is sealed in a ghee-anointed earthen pot and buried for one month.
It is the classical remedy for severe skin diseases (Maha Kushta, Sarva Kushta), and is also used for heart disease (Hridroga), anemia (Pandu), tumors (Arbuda, Gulma, Grandhi), worms, cough and splenic disorders. The bitter-astringent Khadira acts as a blood purifier while the aromatic spices aid digestion.
Source: Sahasra Yoga, Pak, Leha, Rasayana, Vati and Gutika Prakarana
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