Ashvagandharishta
Tridoshic balancing tonic for general physical and sexual vitality. Men's disorders — erectile dysfunction, low sperm count and motility, aspermia. Also used for anxiety, insomnia, debility.
- Common name
- Ashvagandharishta
- Latin botanical
- Arishta (fermented liquid)
- Form
- Herb / Powder (Choorna)
- Category tags
- FormulationArishta (fermented liquid)
Ingredients
Ashwagandha · Madhuka · Mustā · Manjishtha · Self-generated alcohol (8–10%)
Overview & dosha effects
Tridoshic balancing tonic for general physical and sexual vitality. Men's disorders — erectile dysfunction, low sperm count and motility, aspermia. Also used for anxiety, insomnia, debility.
Traditional uses
The following are traditional Ayurvedic uses documented in classical texts and modern materia medica — not therapeutic claims for the treatment of disease.
- ·Traditionally used for tridoshic balancing tonic for general physical and sexual vitality. men's disorders — erectile dysfunction, low sperm count and motility, aspermia. also used for anxiety, insomnia, debility.[1]
How it is taken
1–2 teaspoons once a day in the morning after meal (typically diluted with equal warm water). Not suitable for children.
Classical text references
- [1]Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu
Described in the classical Ayurvedic materia medica of Bhāvamiśra (16th c.) with rasa, guṇa, vīrya, vipāka and traditional indications.
- [2]Dhanvantari Nighaṇṭu
Referenced in this classical dravyaguṇa compendium among named formulary herbs.
- [3]Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India
Modern government-endorsed pharmacopoeia (Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India) publishing quality standards and traditional uses.
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Safety notes — read before use
As with all traditional herbs, avoid in active flare-ups of the condition you're treating and in anyone with a known allergy to the plant family. Stop and seek medical advice if you develop rash, breathing changes, swelling, digestive upset or any new symptom after starting.
- ✕Contains natural alcohol — avoid in pregnancy, liver disease, addiction recovery, and with sedatives. May aggravate Pitta.
Do not use in pregnancy or while breastfeeding without direct supervision by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner and your GP or obstetrician. Many Ayurvedic herbs have not been studied in pregnancy and traditional cautions apply.
May interact with prescription medications — especially blood thinners, blood pressure and diabetes medications, sedatives, thyroid hormones, immunosuppressants and drugs metabolised by the liver. Always share a complete list of herbs and supplements with your doctor and pharmacist.
Specific to Ashvagandharishta: Contains natural alcohol — avoid in pregnancy, liver disease, addiction recovery, and with sedatives. May aggravate Pitta.
Patch-test or trial a small dose first; discontinue if any reaction occurs.
This is educational information, not a prescription. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner (vaidya) and your GP before starting any herb, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, under 18, over 65, take prescription medication, have a chronic condition or are scheduled for surgery.
References
- [1]Bhāvaprakāśa Nighaṇṭu — Described in the classical Ayurvedic materia medica of Bhāvamiśra (16th c.) with rasa, guṇa, vīrya, vipāka and traditional indications.
- [2]Dhanvantari Nighaṇṭu — Referenced in this classical dravyaguṇa compendium among named formulary herbs.
- [3]Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India — Modern government-endorsed pharmacopoeia (Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India) publishing quality standards and traditional uses.
