Aravindasava; Home Made Ingredients, Uses, Dosage, Effects

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Aravindasava (also spelled as Arvindasava or Aravindasavam) is an Ayurvedic medicine available in liquid form. It is the best drug of choice for all types of pediatric problems like digestive impairment, loose motion, loss of appetite, emaciation, general weakness, undernutrition, and psychosis. It is also used in adult for the same problems and as a dietary supplement. Arvindasava is named by its main ingredient Arvinda which is...

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  • This article explains Home Made Ingredients of Aravindasava in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Method of Preparation of Aravindasava in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Indications of Aravindasava in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Dosage of Aravindasava in simple medical language.
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Definition

Aravindasava (also spelled as Arvindasava or Aravindasavam) is an Ayurvedic medicine available in liquid form. It is the best drug of choice for all types of pediatric problems like digestive impairment, , , emaciation, general , undernutrition, and psychosis. It is also used in adult for the same problems and as a dietary supplement. Arvindasava is named by its main ingredient Arvinda which is a synonym of the lotus flower.

Home Made Ingredients of Aravindasava

  • Aravinda (lotus – Nelumbo nucifera) – Flower – 48 g
  • Usheera (Vetivera zizanioides) – Root – 48 g
  • Kashmari (Gmelina arborea) – Fruit – 48 g
  • Utpala (Nymphaea stellata) – Flower – 48 g
  • Manjishta (Rubia cordifolia) – Root – 48 g
  • Bala (Sida cordifolia) – Root – 48 g
  • Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) – Rhizome – 48 g
  • Ela – Cardamom – Seed – 48 g
  • Ambuda – Musta (Cyperus rotundus) – Rhizome – 48 g
  • Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus) – Root – 48 g
  • Shiva – Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – Fruit – 48 g
  • Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) – Fruit rind – 48 g
  • Vacha (Acorus calamus) – Rhizome – 48 g
  • Amalaki – Amla – Fruit – 48 g
  • Shati (Hedychium spicatum) – Rhizome – 48 g
  • Shyama – Trivrit (Ipomoea turpethum) – Root – 48 g
  • Neelini – Indigofera tinctoria – Root – 48 g
  • Patola (Trichosanthes dioica) – Leaf / Plant – 48 g
  • Parpata (Fumaria parviflora) – Whole plant – 48 g
  • Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) – Stem Bark – 48 g
  • Madhuka (Madhuca indica) – Flower – 48 g
  • Yashti madhu (Licorice) – Root – 48 g
  • Mura (Selinium tenuifolium) – Root – 48 g
  • Draksha – Dry grapes – Fruit – 960 g 
  • Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa) – Flower – 768 g
  • water – 24.576 liters
  • Sugar – 4.8 kg
  • Honey – 2.4 kg

Method of Preparation of Aravindasava

  • Take the raw materials of Pharmacopoeial quality.
  • Wash, dry and powder the ingredients numbered 1 to 23 of the formulation composition individually and pass through the sieve number 44 to obtain the coarse powder.
  • Wash and clean the ingredients numbered 24 and 25 of the formulation composition. Add the specified amount of water to the ingredient number 27 of the formulation composition, allow to dissolve and filter through the muslin cloth.
  • Transfer the filtrate to a clean container; add Madhu, Draksha, Dhataki, and coarsely powdered other drugs. Seal the mouth of the container. Shift the container to the fermentation room and constantly check for the signs of completion of the fermentation process. Filter the fermented material through a clean muslin cloth. Pack in airtight containers and allow for maturation.

Indications of Aravindasava

Arvindasava (Aravindasavam) is famous pediatric medicine in Ayurveda. However, it can also be given to adults for similar benefits.

  • Intestinal Worms
  • Skin disorders
  • Sex stimulant
  • Excessive salivating
  • Delayed Milestones
  • Weakness
  • A or
  • Skin problems
  • Indigestion
  • Digestion
  • Parasitic infections
  • Flatulence
  • infections
  • level
  • Contraceptive
  • Loss of appetite
  • Loose stools
  • Intestinal Gas
  • or
  • Low bone mineral density
  • Rickets
  • Diuresis
  • Appetite
  • Stomach ache
  • Cholera
  • Bronchitis
  • A cough
  • Colic
  • Gastrointestinal tract
  • illness
  • High blood pressure
  • Loose motion
  • White discharge in females
  • Enhances memory
  • Neurological disorders
  • Cardiovascular diseases
  • Oxidative stress
  • Inflammatory disorders
  • Microbial infections
  • Cancer
  • Dropsy
  • Anorexia
  • Heart disease
  • Atonic
  • Bleeding
  • Chest congestion
  • Depression
  • Toxicity
  • infections
  • Lung infections
  • Iron deficiency
  • Hepatic damage
  • Renal damage

Dosage of Aravindasava

The general dosage of Arvindasava is as follows.
Children 3 to 6 ml
Adults 15 to 30 ml
Maximum Possible Dosage 60 ml Per Day (in divided doses)
Doses: Twice a day with the equal amount of water
Best Time to Take: After Food

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