Another Ashtavarga herb, Rishabhaka is a powerful tonic for building tissues and promoting vitality.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth |
| Guna | Guru, Snigdha | Guru (Heavy) — increases bulk, grounding; Snigdha (Oily/Unctuous) — moistening, nourishing |
| Virya | Sheeta | Sheeta (Cold) — cooling, decreases Pitta and inflammation |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | rasayan, Vrishya, Brimhaniya | Rasayana — rejuvenative, promotes longevity and immunity; Vrishya — aphrodisiac, enhances reproductive health; Brimhaniya — nourishing, builds tissues |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Rishabhaka is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Vrishabha, Dhira, Gindra, Bandhura
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Rishabhaka are: kanda.
Main Indications
Rishabhaka is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Kshata Kshaya, Raktapitta, Daha, Shwasa.
Dosha Effects
Rishabhaka pacifies Vata, Pitta.
It may aggravate Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Rishabhaka is used in classical Ayurvedic formulations. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for appropriate dosage and preparation based on your constitution (Prakriti) and current imbalance (Vikriti).