How Agastya Hareetaki Avaleha Is Used For Ayurvedic Treatment Of Respiratory Disorders

Introduction

In the present scenario, Respiratory disorders are increasing day by day. Ayurveda recommends many herbal preparations for curing respiratory disorders. Among them, Agastya Hareetaki Avaleha is one such formulation mentioned in classical textbooks. It is an Avaleha preparation, propounded by Sage Agastya. It is widely used for controlling the severity and frequency of asthma attacks. It dilates the airways, reduces mucus production, and helps in easier breathing. It is indicated mainly in the Pranavaha Sroto Vikaras like Kasa, Swasa, Hikka, Kshaya, etc. It promotes complexion, longevity, as well as strength, cures wrinkles of the skin, and greying of the hairs.

Ingredients And Benefits Of Agastya Hareetaki Avaleha

Avaleha is a semi solid preparation of drugs prepared with the addition of jaggery, sugar, and boiled with prescribed juices. They are also called Leha, Lehya, etc. Key ingredients are:

• Dasamoola

  It is a group of ten herbs roots- brings down the local inflammation.

• Bala

  It is extracted from the Bala plant which is very useful for improving immunity power and effective in treating respiratory disorders. Bala is rich in anti-inflammatory and anti-asthmatic properties.

• Atmagupta

  It is an incredible herb for strengthening and lubricating the lungs and bolstering the immune system. The immune-boosting properties of Atmagupta are effective in treating a common cold, cough, flu, respiratory infections, seasonal allergies, and asthma.

• Yava (Barley)

  As per Ayurveda Yava pacifies diseases of the urinary tract, corrects fat metabolism, and maintains pitta and Kapha dosha. It helps to reduce rhinitis, asthma, cough, pain in the thighs, diseases of the throat and skin.

• Gaja pippali

  Gaja Pippali is an ayurvedic proprietary medicine. It is a medicine for the respiratory system. It is anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, antitussive, and mucolytic which helps in treating most respiratory issues.

• Pippali moola

  Pippali (Piper longum Linn.) is one of the prime Rasayana (rejuvenator) drugs in Ayurveda and is widely used to treat various diseases especially for the treatment of respiratory disorders. The root of this plant is known as Pippali Mula in Ayurveda and its fruits (Spike) are mainly used for Rasayana purposes.

• Haritaki

  Haritaki is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants vitamin C. It also has healing anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties. It is an ayurvedic herb to cure a cold, cough, and breathing problems.

• Bharngi

  It is also called Kasaghni and is best used to cure respiratory system-related diseases. The decoction prepared by leaves has a bronchodilator effect. The root of this plant is bitter, dry, anti-inflammatory, digestive, carminative, stimulant, expectorant, and antispasmodic.

• Pushkaramula

  Its roots are used in herbal supplements to keep the heart healthy and maintain blood pressure. It also helps cure asthma, bronchitis, cough, and indigestion.

• Chitraka

  Chitraka, also called Doctor Bush or Ceylon, is one of the oldest plants known for its medicinal value and is considered Rasayana in Ayurveda. It also helps to reduce the symptoms of cough and cold because of its Kapha balancing nature.

• Shati

  These herbal ingredients Provide instant and effective action. It enhances intelligence and improves the digestive system.

• Apamarga

  Apamarga is used in Ayurveda as an anti-inflammatory agent. It is the best herbal medicine to cure asthma.

The above-mentioned herbs help in relaxing the respiratory system, expel mucus out of the respiratory tract, and helps to breathe.

Indications

• Shwasa roga
• Kasa
• Tamaka shwasa
• Hicca
• Arshasa
• Vibandha

Uses Of Agastya Haritaki Avaleha

Agastya Haritaki Avaleh is very helpful for the following health conditions. They are:

• Cough with various underlying causes.
• Breathing difficulty and Asthma.
• Bronchitis.
• Common cold.
• Allergic rhinitis.
• Chronic sinus infection (sinusitis).
• Hiccup.
• Debility after tuberculosis.
• Loss of desire to eat.
• Tastelessness.
• Irritable bowel syndrome.
• Wrinkles.
• Intermittent Fever
• Polyuria & Frequent Urination.

Agastya Haritaki Avaleha is useful in chronic respiratory problems. It helps breathing, reduces chest congestion, reduces attacks of asthma, improves digestion, sharpens immune response in the body against microbes. It also acts as a respiratory tonic and provides strength to the lungs.

Conclusion

The above-mentioned information is collected from various Ayurvedic textbooks. Always seek the advice of an Ayurvedic practitioner before starting any herbs or herbal medicines for the treatment of respiratory disorders.

References

• Charaka Samhita- 17th chapter, Kasachikitsa, 57-62
• Susruta Samhita
• Ashtanga Hridaya