Arjunarishta
Pārthādyariṣṭa · also called Arjunāriṣṭa
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75
Arjunarishta (Pārthādyariṣṭa) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:21), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75. It is made from 6 ingredients, the largest amounts being Madhūka, Dhātakī and Water for Decoction reduced to 12.288l. The Formulary gives a dose of 12 to 24 ml. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
Please note: The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75. A product you buy may follow a different text, so always read its label, and ask a Vaidya before use.
| Dosage form | Āsava / Ariṣṭa — fermented liquid medicine |
|---|---|
| Formulary | Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21 (e-book p. 74) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75 |
| Ingredients | 6 |
| Dose (AFI) | 12 to 24 ml |
| Supervision | On a physician's advice |
What is a Āsava / Ariṣṭa?
Herbs are fermented in a solution of jaggery or sugar. An Ariṣṭa is made from a decoction of the herbs, an Āsava from the herbs or their juice without boiling. Fermentation produces a small amount of alcohol, which preserves the medicine.
Ingredients of Arjunarishta
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21. Plant-part codes follow the Formulary: Rt. root, Rz. rhizome, Fr. fruit, Lf. leaf, St. stem, St.Bk. stem bark, Ht.Wd. heartwood, Sd. seed, Pl. whole plant, P. pericarp, Exd. exudate.
| # | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pārtha (Arjuna) tvak (St. Bk.) | 4.800 kg |
| 2 | Mṛdvīkā (Drākṣā) (Dr. Fr.) | 2.400 kg |
| 3 | Madhūka (Fl.) | 960 g |
| 4 | Water for Decoction reduced to 12.288l | 49.152l |
| 5 | Dhātakī (Fl.) | 960 g |
| 6 | Guḍa | 4.800 kg |
Indications listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India
These are the classical indications as the Formulary records them, with its English renderings, given for information. They are not a claim that Arjunarishta or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Hṛdroga — Heart disease
- Phupphusa Roga — Lung disorders
- Balakṣaya — Loss of strength / immunity
- Vīryakṣaya — Azoospermia
Dose and anupāna
Dose: 12 to 24 ml
The Formulary's dose is a general one. Your physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Safety
- Contains self-generated alcohol from fermentation and is sweetened with jaggery or sugar. Ask a physician first if you are pregnant, have diabetes or liver disease, or must avoid alcohol.
- Tell your physician about every other medicine you take. Do not stop or change prescribed medication on your own.
If you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number or go to a hospital.
Common questions about Arjunarishta
What is Arjunarishta?
Arjunarishta (Pārthādyariṣṭa) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:21), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75. It is made from 6 ingredients, the largest amounts being Madhūka, Dhātakī and Water for Decoction reduced to 12.288l. The Formulary gives a dose of 12 to 24 ml. It should be taken only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.
What are the ingredients of Arjunarishta?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21, Arjunarishta contains 6 ingredients: Pārtha (Arjuna) tvak 4.800 kg, Mṛdvīkā (Drākṣā) 2.400 kg, Madhūka 960 g, Water for Decoction reduced to 12.288l 49.152l, Dhātakī 960 g, Guḍa 4.800 kg.
What is the dose of Arjunarishta?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21 gives a dose of 12 to 24 ml. A physician may advise a different dose for your age, constitution and condition.
Which classical text is Arjunarishta from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21 takes the formula of Arjunarishta from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75.
Is Arjunarishta made the same way in every Ayurvedic text?
Not always. The ingredients, their proportions and the uses of a classical formulation can differ depending on the Samhita, Nighantu or formulary a manufacturer follows. This page follows the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:21. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Arjunarishta?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Arjunarista. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 1:21, PāRTHāDYARIṣṭA, e-book p. 74. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Hṛdrogādhikāra: 73-75
