Balarishta
Balāriṣṭa
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:24 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572
Balarishta (Balāriṣṭa) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:24), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572. It is made from 13 ingredients, the largest amounts being Dhātakī, Payasya (Kśīra vidārī) and Pañcāṅgula (Eraṇḍa). 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, 1:24, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572. 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, 1:24 (e-book p. 78) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572 |
| Ingredients | 13 |
| 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 Balarishta
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:24. 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 | Balā (Rt.) | 4.800 kg |
| 2 | Aśvagandhā (Rt.) | 4.800 kg |
| 3 | Water for Decoction reduced to 12.288l | 49.152l |
| 4 | Guḍa | 14.400kg |
| 5 | Dhātakī (Fl.) | 768 g |
| 6 | Payasya (Kśīra vidārī) (Sub.Rt.) | 96 g |
| 7 | Pañcāṅgula (Eraṇḍa) (Rt.) | 96 g |
| 8 | Rāsnā (Rt./Lf.) | 48 g |
| 9 | Elā (Sūkṣmailā) (Sd.) | 48 g |
| 10 | Prasārīṇī (Pl.) | 48 g |
| 11 | Devapuṣpaka (Lavaṅga) (Fl.Bd.) | 48 g |
| 12 | Uśīra (Rt.) | 48 g |
| 13 | Śvadaṃṣṭrā (Gokṣura) (Fr.) | 48 g |
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 Balarishta or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Agnimāndya — Digestive impairment
- Daurbalya — Weakness
- Vātajaroga — Disease due to Vāta doṣa
- Kārśya — Emaciation
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 Balarishta
What is Balarishta?
Balarishta (Balāriṣṭa) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:24), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572. It is made from 13 ingredients, the largest amounts being Dhātakī, Payasya (Kśīra vidārī) and Pañcāṅgula (Eraṇḍa). 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 Balarishta?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:24, Balarishta contains 13 ingredients: Balā 4.800 kg, Aśvagandhā 4.800 kg, Water for Decoction reduced to 12.288l 49.152l, Guḍa 14.400kg, Dhātakī 768 g, Payasya (Kśīra vidārī) 96 g, Pañcāṅgula (Eraṇḍa) 96 g, Rāsnā (Rt./Lf.) 48 g, Elā (Sūkṣmailā) 48 g, Prasārīṇī 48 g, Devapuṣpaka (Lavaṅga) 48 g, Uśīra 48 g, Śvadaṃṣṭrā (Gokṣura) 48 g.
What is the dose of Balarishta?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:24 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 Balarishta from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:24 takes the formula of Balarishta from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572.
Is Balarishta 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, 1:24. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Balarishta?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Balarishta. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 1:24, BALāRIṣṭA, e-book p. 78. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Vātavyādhyadhikāra: 569-572
