Usheerasava
Uśīrāsava
Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:8 · from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141
Usheerasava (Uśīrāsava) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:8), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141. It is made from 28 ingredients. 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, 1:8, which takes the formula from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141. 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, 1:8 (e-book p. 51) |
| Classical source | Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141 |
| Ingredients | 28 |
| 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 Usheerasava
As listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:8. 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 | Uśīra (Rt.) | 48 g |
| 2 | Bālaka (Hrīvera) (Rt.) | 48 g |
| 3 | Padma (Fl.) | 48 g |
| 4 | Kāśmarya (Gambhārī) (St.Bk.) | 48 g |
| 5 | Nīlotpala (Utpala) (Fl.) | 48 g |
| 6 | Priyaṅgu (Fl.) | 48 g |
| 7 | Padmaka (St.) | 48 g |
| 8 | Lodhra (St.Bk.) | 48 g |
| 9 | Mañjiṣṭhā (Rt.) | 48 g |
| 10 | Dhanvayāsa (Pl.) | 48 g |
| 11 | Pāṭhā (Rt./Pl.) | 48 g |
| 12 | Kirātatikta (Pl.) | 48 g |
| 13 | Nyagrodha (St.Bk.) | 48 g |
| 14 | Udumbara (St.Bk.) | 48 g |
| 15 | Śaṭī (Rz.) | 48 g |
| 16 | Parpaṭa (Pl.) | 48 g |
| 17 | Puṇḍarīka (Kamala) (Fl.) | 48 g |
| 18 | Paṭola (Lf./Pl.) | 48 g |
| 19 | Kāñcanāraka (Kāñcanāra) (St.Bk.) | 48 g |
| 20 | Jambū (St.Bk.) | 48 g |
| 21 | Śālmalī niryāsa (Śālmalī) (Exd.) | 48 g |
| 22 | Drākṣā (Dr.Fr.) | 960 g |
| 23 | Dhātakī (Fl.) | 768 g |
| 24 | Water | 24.576l |
| 25 | Śarkarā | 4.800 kg |
| 26 | Kṣaudra (Madhu) | 2.400 kg |
| 27 | Māṃsī (Jaṭāmāṃsī) (Rt.) | Q.S. for dhupana |
| 28 | Marica (Fr.) | Q.S. for dhupana |
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 Usheerasava or any product prevents, treats or cures these conditions. Ask a Vaidya whether it suits you.
- Raktapitta — Bleeding disorder
- Pāṇḍu — Anaemia
- Kuṣṭha — Diseases of skin
- Prameha — Urinary disorders
- Arśa — Haemorrhoids
- Kṛmi — Helminthiasis/Worm infestation
- Śotha — Inflammation
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 Usheerasava
What is Usheerasava?
Usheerasava (Uśīrāsava) is a classical Ayurvedic fermented liquid medicine (Āsava / Ariṣṭa) recorded in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I (1:8), which takes it from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141. It is made from 28 ingredients. 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 Usheerasava?
According to the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:8, Usheerasava contains 28 ingredients: Uśīra 48 g, Bālaka (Hrīvera) 48 g, Padma 48 g, Kāśmarya (Gambhārī) 48 g, Nīlotpala (Utpala) 48 g, Priyaṅgu 48 g, Padmaka 48 g, Lodhra 48 g, Mañjiṣṭhā 48 g, Dhanvayāsa 48 g, Pāṭhā (Rt./Pl.) 48 g, Kirātatikta 48 g, Nyagrodha 48 g, Udumbara 48 g, Śaṭī 48 g, Parpaṭa 48 g, Puṇḍarīka (Kamala) 48 g, Paṭola (Lf./Pl.) 48 g, Kāñcanāraka (Kāñcanāra) 48 g, Jambū 48 g, Śālmalī niryāsa (Śālmalī) 48 g, Drākṣā 960 g, Dhātakī 768 g, Water 24.576l, Śarkarā 4.800 kg, Kṣaudra 2.400 kg, Māṃsī (Jaṭāmāṃsī), Marica.
What is the dose of Usheerasava?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:8 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 Usheerasava from?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, 1:8 takes the formula of Usheerasava from Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141.
Is Usheerasava 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, 1:8. Always read the label of the product you use.
Does Prachyam Ayurveda sell Usheerasava?
Yes. Prachyam Ayurveda sells Usheerasava. Check the label for the exact formula and dose of the pack you buy.
References
- The Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I — monograph 1:8, UśīRāSAVA, e-book p. 51. Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaiṣajyaratnāvalī, Raktapittādhikāra: 137-141
