Dashmool Dashmoolarishta
Dashmool Dashmoolarishta is a classical Ayurvedic fermented arishta or asava. Listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI) Part I, entry 1:18. Arishta preparation described in Sharangdhara Samhita (Madhyama Khanda) and Bhaishajya Ratnavali. The Ayurvedic Formulary of India (Part I, entry 1:18) lists 70 ingredients, beginning with Gambhari, Patala, Agnimantha and Salaparni.
| Also known as | Dashmool Dashmoolarishta, DashmoolDashmoolarishta |
|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeia status | Listed in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI) Part I, entry 1:18. Dashamoola is one of the most fundamental herbal groups (Gana) in Ayurvedic pharmacology. Referenced in the National Formulary of Ayurvedic Medicine (Bangladesh, 2011). Widely recognized across all Indian state pharmacopoeias. |
Composition
As given in the Ayurvedic Formulary of India, Part I, entry 1:18 (DASAMULARISTA), which cites Sarngadharasamhita, Madhyamakhanda, Adhyaya 10; 78-89. Names, parts and quantities are transcribed as printed and checked row by row against the book. Manufacturers' versions of a classical formulation can differ from the formulary.
| # | Ingredient | Part | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | * | illegible | 240 g. |
| 2 | * | illegible | 240 g. |
| 3 | Gambhari * | Rt/St. Bk. | 240 g. |
| 4 | Patala | root or stem bark | 240 g. |
| 5 | Agnimantha | root or stem bark | 240 g. |
| 6 | Salaparni * | illegible | 240 g. |
| 7 | Prsniparni * | illegible | 240 g. |
| 8 | Brhati * | illegible | 240 g. |
| 9 | Kantakari * | illegible | 240 g. |
| 10 | Goksura * | whole plant | 240 g. |
| 11 | Citraka * | illegible | 1.200 kg. |
| 12 | Pauskara (puskara) * | root | 1.200 kg. |
| 13 | Lodhra | stem bark | 960 g. |
| 14 | Guduci * | stem | 960 g. |
| 15 | Dhatri (Amalaki) | pericarp | 768 g. |
| 16 | Duralabha * | whole plant | 576 g. |
| 17 | Khadira | heart wood | 384 g. |
| 18 | Bijasara | heart wood | 384 g. |
| 19 | Pathya (haritaki) | pericarp | 384 g. |
| 20 | Kustha | root | 96 g. |
| 21 | Manjistha * | root | 96 g. |
| 22 | Devadaru | heart wood | 96 g. |
| 23 | Vidanga | fruit | 96 g. |
| 24 | Madhuka (yasti) | root | 96 g. |
| 25 | Bharngi | root | 96 g. |
| 26 | Kapittha | Fr. P. | 96 g. |
| 27 | Aksa (bibhitaka) | pericarp | 96 g. |
| 28 | Punarnava * | root | 96 g. |
| 29 | Cavya * | illegible | 96 g. |
| 30 | Mamsi (jatamamsi) * | Rt/Rz. | 96 g. |
| 31 | Priyangu * | flower | 96 g. |
| 32 | Sariva (Sveta sariva) | root | 96 g. |
| 33 | Krsna jiraka | fruit | 96 g. |
| 34 | Trivrta (trivrt) | root | 96 g. |
| 35 | Renuka (harenuka) | seed | 96 g. |
| 36 | Rasna * | Rt/Lf. | 96 g. |
| 37 | Pippali | fruit | 96 g. |
| 38 | Kramuka * | seed | 96 g. |
| 39 | Sathi (Sati) * | illegible | 96 g. |
| 40 | Haridra * | rhizome | 96 g. |
| 41 | Satapuspa (Satahva) | fruit | 96 g. |
| 42 | Padmaka | stem | 96 g. |
| 43 | Nagakesara | stamens | 96 g. |
| 44 | Musta | rhizome | 96 g. |
| 45 | Indrayava (kutaja) | seed | 96 g. |
| 46 | Srngi * | gall | 96 g. |
| 47 | Jivaka | root tuber | 96 g. |
| 48 | Rsabhaka | root tuber | 96 g. |
| 49 | Meda * | illegible | 96 g. |
| 50 | Mahameda | root tuber | 96 g. |
| 51 | Kakoli | Sub. Rt. | 96 g. |
| 52 | Ksirakakoli * | illegible | 96 g. |
| 53 | Rddhi * | Sub. Rt. Tr. | 96 g. |
| 54 | Vrddhika (vrddhi) * | Sub. Rt. Tr. | 96 g. |
| 55 | Water for decoction * | 100.608 l. reduced to 25.152 l. | |
| 56 | Draksa | dry fruit | 3.072 kg. |
| 57 | Water for decoction * | 12.288 l. reduced to 9.216 l. | |
| 58 | Ksaudra (madhu) | 1.536 kg. | |
| 59 | Guda * | 19.200 kg. | |
| 60 | Dhataki * | illegible | 1.440 kg. |
| 61 | Kankola | fruit | 96 g. |
| 62 | Jala (hrivera) | root | 96 g. |
| 63 | Candana (Sveta candana) | heart wood | 96 g. |
| 64 | Jatiphala | seed | 96 g. |
| 65 | Lavanga * | flower bud | 96 g. |
| 66 | Tvak * | stem bark | 96 g. |
| 67 | Ela (suksmaila) * | seed | 96 g. |
| 68 | Patra (tejapatra) | leaf | 96 g. |
| 69 | Kesara (nagakesara) * | stamens | 96 g. |
| 70 | Pippali | fruit | 96 g. |
| 71 | Kasturi (mrgamada) * | 3 g. | |
| 72 | Kataka Phala (kataka) * | seed | Q.S. for cleaning |
Cells marked illegible are damaged in the source scan. The ingredient name is shown where it was readable, and nothing is inferred to fill a gap.
* The scanned text was damaged at this row and the name was read from the entry's own Sanskrit verse.
The evidence at a glance
2papers on this site for this drug, published 2015 to 2017, every one with a DOI.
- 2Laboratory and animal studies
A count is not a conclusion and a tier is a study design, not a verdict. Everything listed here is laboratory or animal work, which does not show an effect in people.true See the research index for how papers are tiered.
Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Dashmool Dashmoolarishta |
Where is it described in the classical texts?
Charaka Samhita (Sutra Sthana, Shadvirechanashatashritiya Adhyaya) - Dashamoola is one of the Mahakashaya groups. Arishta preparation described in Sharangdhara Samhita (Madhyama Khanda) and Bhaishajya Ratnavali. The concept of ten roots is one of the oldest in Ayurveda, predating most individual formulations.
How does it work?
- Anti-inflammatory action: Phytochemical alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and tannins from the ten roots collectively inhibit inflammatory mediators (COX, LOX pathways).
- Analgesic effect: Central and peripheral pain modulation through prostaglandin synthesis inhibition.
- Anti-platelet activity: An experimental study reported anti-platelet activity of Dashamoola.
- Vata-pacifying action: In Ayurvedic pharmacology, the ten roots specifically balance Vata dosha, addressing neurological, musculoskeletal, and reproductive disorders.
- Enhanced bioavailability: Self-generated alcohol (5-7%) from Dhataki-mediated fermentation acts as a natural solvent, improving extraction and absorption of lipophilic bioactives.
Which traditional uses are supported by research?
These summaries come from the source notes, which do not name the studies behind them.
- Postpartum care and recovery: traditionally used in postpartum care and recovery.
- Osteoarthritis and joint pain: traditionally used for osteoarthritis and joint pain. An animal study in an MIA-induced osteoarthritis mouse model reported improvement in pain and joint pathology.
- Inflammatory conditions and pain: traditionally used for inflammatory conditions and pain. Experimental studies have reported analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity.
- Cervicitis and gynecological inflammation: traditionally used for cervicitis and gynecological inflammation.
What do recent studies show?
- Parekar RR, Bolegave SS, Marathe PA and others 2015. Experimental evaluation of analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-platelet potential of Dashamoola. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine. PMID 25878458 · doi:10.4103/0975-9476.146565
Dashamoola in arishta and kwath forms is traditionally used for pain and arthritis. Studies of these forms have reported analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-platelet effects. - Shetty YC, Godbharle S, Brahma S and others 2017. Evaluation of oral multi-herbal preparation of Dashmoolarishta on mice model of osteoarthritis. Journal of basic and clinical physiology and pharmacology. PMID 29040066 · doi:10.1515/jbcpp-2016-0141
Significant improvement in pain parameters and pathological markers in MIA-induced osteoarthritis mouse model, with reduction in inflammatory mediators and cartilage preservation.
Only studies that could be traced to a published paper are listed here. Classical formulations are researched largely in journals that PubMed does not index, so an absence here reflects the reach of the index rather than the state of the evidence.
Recent safety updates
- Possibly safe and well-tolerated in most individuals at the doses given under Dosage. No significant side effects reported in the medical literature.
- Pregnant women should use only under medical guidance as some component roots have mild uterine-stimulating properties. Elderly patients with diabetes should monitor blood sugar due to jaggery content.
- Contains 5-7% self-generated alcohol; should be used cautiously by those with liver conditions, alcohol sensitivity, or those on medications metabolized by the liver.
What is it made of?
The Ayurvedic Formulary of India recipe, every ingredient with its part and quantity, is in the composition table near the top of this page.
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Arishta (fermented decoction), Kwath Churna (decoction powder), Capsules (modern)
Standard Dosage: 15-30 mL (Arishta) or 3-6 g kwath churna twice daily.
Optimal Timing: After meals for Arishta; before meals for Kwath (decoction)
Storage: Arishta: well-closed amber containers at room temperature. Kwath Churna: airtight containers in cool, dry place. Temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Marker Compounds: Lupeol, Marmelosin, Ursolic acid, Beta-sitosterol, Solasodine, Pectolinarigenin
Vehicle (Anupana): Equal quantity of warm water (Arishta); prepared as decoction for Kwath Churna
Synergistic Combinations
- Balarishta
- Ashwagandharishta
- Rasnadi Kwath
- Maharasnadi Kwath
Published research
Literature indexed in PubMed that concerns this subject, grouped by study type. A paper appearing here is a record of what has been published, not evidence that the subject works, and laboratory or animal results do not transfer to people. Study titles link to PubMed so you can read the source rather than take our word.
Laboratory and animal studies2
- 2017. Evaluation of oral multi-herbal preparation of Dashmoolarishta on mice model of osteoarthritisJournal of basic and clinical physiology and pharmacology. PMID 29040066 · doi:10.1515/jbcpp-2016-0141
- 2015. Experimental evaluation of analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-platelet potential of DashamoolaJournal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine. PMID 25878458 · doi:10.4103/0975-9476.146565
Reviewed by Dr. Awadesh Pratap Singh, BAMS, on 11 October 2026. What that review covered.
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