Ashwagandhadi Lehya - Balya • Rasayana • Raktaprasadana

Ashwagandhadi Lehya is a classical Ayurvedic avaleha formulation designed to nourish the body, strengthen Dhatus, support vitality, and pacify aggravated Vata and Pitta. Prepared with Sarkara, Ashwagandha, Svet Sariva, Svet Jeerak, Madhusnuni, Draksha, Ghruta, Madhu, and Ela, this Lehya is traditionally indicated in Raktavikara, Arsha, Upadansha, Balya & Rasayana chikitsa.

Reference

Ayurvedic Formulary Of India 1/3:2    

Key Benefits

• Supports muscular and nervous strength
• Promotes vitality, stamina, and long-term rejuvenation
• Helps purify, cool, and nourish blood
• Useful in conditions of heat, burning, inflammation
• Svet Jeerak and Ela help regulate Agni without irritation
• Enhances reproductive strength (Vajikarana aspect) in Vata-Pitta individuals
• Helps reduce weakness post-illness, stress, and lifestyle fatigue
• Useful in Arsha (hemorrhoids) where Vata-Pitta imbalance is dominant
• Supports skin health in Raktavikara by cooling and nourishing Rakta Dhatu

Key Ingredients

 Sarkara, Ashwagandha, Svet Sariva, Svet Jeerak, Madhusnuni, Draksha, Ghruta, Honey, Ela (Ingredients may vary slightly as per classical reference or manufacturer).

How to Use

Adults: 6–12 gm with milk

Dosage should be adjusted by an Ayurvedic practitioner based on Agni, Bala, and the condition.

Safety & Precautions

• Not advised in uncontrolled diabetes due to sugar & honey content
• Avoid during acute diarrhea or indigestion
• Avoid in pregnancy unless advised by a qualified practitioner
• Use cautiously in patients with high Ama, severe obesity, or Kapha aggravation
• Store in a cool, dry place; keep the lid tightly closed

Practitioner’s Guide (Clinical Use)

Dosha-Based Indications

• Vata Disorders: Chronic anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, apasmara tendencies, neurological weakness, stammering, and speech developmental issues. Brahmi Ghrit is Vata-shamaka and nourishes Majja Dhatu.
• Pitta Disorders: Emotional irritability, overthinking, anger and exam-stress with Pitta aggravation. Use smaller doses and combine with cooling herbs (e.g., Shatavari).
• Kapha Disorders: Brain fog, slow cognition, lethargy and dull memory. Combine with mild Deepana-Pachana before starting full dose.

Recommended Combinations

Patient Profile

Practitioner Tips

• Taken warm (especially in Vata conditions)
• Combined with light diet and Agni-enhancing herbs in heavy patients
• Used for 6–8 weeks minimum for Rasayana effect
• Avoided directly after heavy meals; best taken post-breakfast or evening

Check Sensory Markers (Organoleptic)

Ask a sample before a bulk purchase, to quickly judge by checking the general parameters of quality which may differ from the reference:

• Appearance: Dark brown, semi-solid, smooth sugary-lehya consistency.
• Texture: Soft, sticky, slightly oily due to ghee & honey.
• Aroma: Pleasant, mild sweet aroma with hints of Ela & Sariva.
• Taste: Madhura with slight tikta-kashaya undertones from Ashwagandha and Sariva.

Note : 
Price variation happens due to preparation reference, the quality of ingredients, processing techniques, quality management, manufacturing reputation & standards followed.

Disclaimer

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This guideline is based on Ayurvedic classical principles and intended for educational use. Practitioners should use their clinical judgment, patient assessment, and individualised protocol before prescribing in actual clinical settings.