SHAMPAKADI BASTI: A TRADITIONAL MEDICATED ENEMA FOR ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AND ANALGESIC PROPERTIES

ShampakadiBasti, a specialized enema treatment in Ayurvedic medicine, is renowned for its significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. This review explores the formulation, therapeutic benefits, and clinical applications of ShampakadiBasti, focusing on its role in managing inflammation and pain. Comprising key ingredients such as Shampaka (Cassia fistula), Trivrit (Operculinaturpethum), Bilva (Aeglemarmelos), and sesame oil, ShampakadiBasti is prepared through a meticulous process that extracts and combines the medicinal qualities of these herbs. The treatment is traditionally employed to balance the Vata and Pitta doshas, detoxify the colon, and alleviate gastrointestinal disorders. Clinical applications extend to chronic inflammatory conditions, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and as part of detoxification programs in Panchakarma. This abstract highlights the potential of ShampakadiBasti as a natural, holistic approach to inflammation and pain management, advocating for further research to substantiate its efficacy and broaden its therapeutic use in modern healthcare.