Vasavaleha
Vasavaleha
Vasavaleha is a semi-solid herbal formulation. It provides relief from respiratory conditions like asthma, bronchitis, and chronic cough[1]. It is an excellent expectorant helpful in respiratory illness as it makes the sticky phlegm dissolve and aids in its easy exit. It helps reduce the inflammation from the lungs thus providing relief from asthma attacks.
According to Ayurveda, Vasavaleha can help with Swas Roga (respiratory illness) due to its Kapha balancing property. This property helps remove excess mucus from the lungs, providing relief from the symptoms of asthma. Vasavaleha also has Vata balancing properties, together these properties help remove dryness and release sputum out of the respiratory tract. This action provides aid in bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and allergic rhinitis.
You can take 2.5-5gm Vasavaleha or as directed by the physician to get relief from the symptoms of asthma. Mix with honey, warm water or milk. Have it after eating light food once or twice a day.
Vasavaleha is generally well tolerated and does not have any side effects when taken in the recommended dose. However, it is advisable to consult the doctor before using Vasavaleha.
According to Ayurveda, Vasavaleha can help with Swas Roga (respiratory illness) due to its Kapha balancing property. This property helps remove excess mucus from the lungs, providing relief from the symptoms of asthma. Vasavaleha also has Vata balancing properties, together these properties help remove dryness and release sputum out of the respiratory tract. This action provides aid in bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and allergic rhinitis.
You can take 2.5-5gm Vasavaleha or as directed by the physician to get relief from the symptoms of asthma. Mix with honey, warm water or milk. Have it after eating light food once or twice a day.
Vasavaleha is generally well tolerated and does not have any side effects when taken in the recommended dose. However, it is advisable to consult the doctor before using Vasavaleha.
What is the source of Vasavaleha?
Plant Based
Benefits of Vasavaleha
1. Asthma
Asthma is an inflammatory condition in which the airways to the lungs narrow and swell. It can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing. According to Ayurveda, the main doshas involved in asthma are Vata and Kapha. The vitiated ‘Vata’ combines with deranged ‘Kapha dosha’ in the lungs causing obstruction in the respiratory passage. This results in difficulty in breathing. This condition is known as Swas Roga (asthma). Vasavaleha can help control the symptoms of asthma and gives relief in case of breathlessness. Taking Vasavaleha helps to balance Kapha and remove excess mucus from the lungs. This gives relief from the symptoms of asthma.
Tip
Take 2.5-5gm Vasavaleha
Mix with honey, warm water or milk
Have it after having light food once or twice a day
#To get rid of the symptoms of asthma.
2. Cough
A cough is a common ailment that usually happens with a cold. A cough is generally caused by the accumulation of mucus in the respiratory tract. It is commonly known as Kapha disorder in Ayurveda. Vasavaleha is one of the best Ayurvedic remedies to control cough associated with the common cold. It provides the most benefits when taken daily. Taking Vasavaleha with honey helps to balance Kapha and rejuvenates the lungs. This is due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) property.
3. Bronchitis
Bronchitis is a condition in which there is an inflammation in the windpipe and the bronchi (branches) of the lungs which results in the accumulation of sputum. In Ayurveda, this disease is known as Kasa Roga. It is caused due to an imbalance of Vata and Kapha doshas. When Vata dosha gets imbalanced, it blocks the Kapha dosha in the respiratory tract (windpipe) resulting in the accumulation of sputum. This condition further results in congestion in the respiratory tract that obstructs the air pathway.
Vasavaleha is an Ayurvedic preparation that can help remove dryness and release sputum out of the respiratory tract. This is due to its Vata and Kapha balancing properties. It also helps boost immunity due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) property, providing extra aid in fighting infections.
4. Chronic Inflammatory Lung Disease
Chronic Inflammatory Lung Disease causes difficulty in breathing. It is commonly termed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a chronic disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. According to Ayurveda, COPD is caused due to an imbalance of all the three doshas (Kapha, Vata, and Pitta). It is the Kapha dosha which mainly gets affected and causes an obstruction in the windpipe, thus creating breathing difficulties. Vasavaleha is one of the effective formulations that is given in this condition due to its Kapha and Vata balancing properties. It makes breathing easier due to its bronchodilator property.
5. Allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is also called hay fever. It is an allergic reaction that causes sneezing, congestion, an itchy nose, and a sore throat. According to Ayurveda, allergic rhinitis is known as Vata-Kaphaj Pratishyaya which is caused due to impaired digestion and imbalance of Vata and Kapha. Taking Vasavaleha helps fight the symptoms of allergic rhinitis as it has Kapha and Vata balancing properties.
Asthma is an inflammatory condition in which the airways to the lungs narrow and swell. It can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing. According to Ayurveda, the main doshas involved in asthma are Vata and Kapha. The vitiated ‘Vata’ combines with deranged ‘Kapha dosha’ in the lungs causing obstruction in the respiratory passage. This results in difficulty in breathing. This condition is known as Swas Roga (asthma). Vasavaleha can help control the symptoms of asthma and gives relief in case of breathlessness. Taking Vasavaleha helps to balance Kapha and remove excess mucus from the lungs. This gives relief from the symptoms of asthma.
Tip
Take 2.5-5gm Vasavaleha
Mix with honey, warm water or milk
Have it after having light food once or twice a day
#To get rid of the symptoms of asthma.
2. Cough
A cough is a common ailment that usually happens with a cold. A cough is generally caused by the accumulation of mucus in the respiratory tract. It is commonly known as Kapha disorder in Ayurveda. Vasavaleha is one of the best Ayurvedic remedies to control cough associated with the common cold. It provides the most benefits when taken daily. Taking Vasavaleha with honey helps to balance Kapha and rejuvenates the lungs. This is due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) property.
3. Bronchitis
Bronchitis is a condition in which there is an inflammation in the windpipe and the bronchi (branches) of the lungs which results in the accumulation of sputum. In Ayurveda, this disease is known as Kasa Roga. It is caused due to an imbalance of Vata and Kapha doshas. When Vata dosha gets imbalanced, it blocks the Kapha dosha in the respiratory tract (windpipe) resulting in the accumulation of sputum. This condition further results in congestion in the respiratory tract that obstructs the air pathway.
Vasavaleha is an Ayurvedic preparation that can help remove dryness and release sputum out of the respiratory tract. This is due to its Vata and Kapha balancing properties. It also helps boost immunity due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) property, providing extra aid in fighting infections.
4. Chronic Inflammatory Lung Disease
Chronic Inflammatory Lung Disease causes difficulty in breathing. It is commonly termed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a chronic disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. According to Ayurveda, COPD is caused due to an imbalance of all the three doshas (Kapha, Vata, and Pitta). It is the Kapha dosha which mainly gets affected and causes an obstruction in the windpipe, thus creating breathing difficulties. Vasavaleha is one of the effective formulations that is given in this condition due to its Kapha and Vata balancing properties. It makes breathing easier due to its bronchodilator property.
5. Allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is also called hay fever. It is an allergic reaction that causes sneezing, congestion, an itchy nose, and a sore throat. According to Ayurveda, allergic rhinitis is known as Vata-Kaphaj Pratishyaya which is caused due to impaired digestion and imbalance of Vata and Kapha. Taking Vasavaleha helps fight the symptoms of allergic rhinitis as it has Kapha and Vata balancing properties.
Precautions when using Vasavaleha
Breastfeeding
Modern Science View
Enough evidence is not available to suggest its use while breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor before using it.
Patients with heart disease
Modern Science View
Patients on medication for hypertension should consult their doctor before using Vasavaleha.
Pregnancy
Modern Science View
Enough evidence is not available to suggest its use in case of pregnancy. Kindly consult your doctor before using it.
Recommended Dosage of Vasavaleha
- Vasavaleha Gel - 2.5-5gm twice a day or as directed by the physician
How to use Vasavaleha
-Take 2.5-5gm of Vasavaleha
-Mix with honey, warm water, or milk
-Have it after taking light food once or twice a day
#To get rid of the symptoms of asthma
-Mix with honey, warm water, or milk
-Have it after taking light food once or twice a day
#To get rid of the symptoms of asthma
FAQs about Vasavaleha how to take
Frequently asked questions
Modern Science View
It contains Vasa as the main ingredient which provides aid in bronchitis. Some studies on Vasavaleha suggest its use in treating cough, tuberculosis, intestinal worms, skin diseases, dental ailments.
Ayurvedic View
It is advisable to consult a doctor before taking Vasavaleha with multivitamins to avoid any contraindications.
Ayurvedic View
Vasavaleha is a polyherbal Ayurvedic medicine that helps to restore the natural function of the respiratory system. For better and more effective results you can continue its use as recommended by your physician.
Ayurvedic View
Vasavaleha is generally advised to be taken after meals twice a day. It helps to provide relief from the symptoms of asthma and other respiratory disorders.
Ayurvedic View
There are no special instructions to be followed while taking Vasavaleha unless advised by the doctor. Generally, with ayurvedic medicines, it is advised to reduce the intake of spicy food, junk food, and aerated drinks.
Ayurvedic View
Vasavaleha contains honey as an ingredient which may affect blood glucose levels. Therefore, it would be advisable to consult a doctor.
Ayurvedic View
Vasavaleha is generally well tolerated by people when taken in prescribed doses. Self-medication should be avoided.
Ayurvedic View
Vasavaleha should be taken for the duration prescribed by the doctor only. If you wish to use it for a longer duration, consult the doctor.
Modern Science View
Vasavaleha, also spelled as Vasa Avaleha, is an herbal formula which is commonly used in the treatment of various diseases of the respiratory system like asthma and tuberculosis[2]. It contains vasa which has ingredient which has bronchodilator property which may be helpful in such conditions[3].
References
- Kashyap CP, Arya V, and Arora A. An approach towards adopting pharmaceutical and analytical standard operative procedures for “Vasavaleha”, a classical Ayurvedic semisolid dosage formulation. J Pharm and Phytochem 2014; 3 (2):53-57.
- Paneliya AM, Patgiri B, Galib R, and Prajapati PK. Efficacy of Vasa Avaleha and its granules on Tamaka Shwasa (bronchial asthma): Open-label randomized clinical study. Ayu. 2015 Jul-Sep; 36(3): 271–277.
- Baral PK, Roy S and Sultana S. A REVIEW ARTICLE ON ADHATODA VASICA NEES: A POTENTIAL SOURCE OF BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS. Int J Dev Res. Vol. 08, Issue, 11, pp. 23874-23882, November, 2018.
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