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क्रमवृद्ध्या दशाहानि दशपैप्पलिकं दिनम् । वर्धयेत् पयसा सार्धं तथैवापनयेत् पुनः ॥ ३६ ॥
जीर्णे जीणं च भुञ्जीत षष्टिकं क्षीरसर्पिषा । पिप्पलीनां सहस्रस्य प्रयोगोऽयं रसायनम् ॥ ३७ ॥
पिष्टास्ता बलिभिः सेव्याः, शृत(मध्यबलैर्नरैः । चूर्णीकृता हस्वबलैर्योज्या दोषामयान् प्रति ॥ ३८ ॥
दशपैप्पलिकः श्रेष्ठो मध्यमः षट् प्रकीर्तितः । प्रयोगो यस्त्रिपर्यन्तः स कनीयान् स चाबलैः ॥ ३९ ॥
बृंहणं स्वर्यमायुष्यं प्लीहोदरविनाशनम् । वयसः स्थापनं मेध्यं पिप्पलीनां रसायनम् ॥ ४० ॥

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{"source": "Samhita : Charaka Samhita Part 2, Chapter :1, Sthanam :Chikitsasthanam, Shloka Number: 36 to 40", "explanation": "These verses (36-40) describe a specific Rasayana therapy using Pippali (long pepper).  This regimen, known as \"Pippali Vardhamana Rasayana,\" involves a systematic increase and decrease in the daily dosage of Pippali fruits, along with specific dietary recommendations.  Let's break down the key components:\n\n**Dosage Protocol:**\n\n* **Vardhamana (Increasing phase):** Starting with 10 Pippali fruits on the first day, the dosage is increased by 10 fruits daily for 10 days.  This culminates in 100 fruits on the 10th day.\n* **Apana (Decreasing phase):** From the 11th day, the dosage is reduced by 10 fruits daily, returning to 10 fruits on the 19th day.  This completes one cycle.\n* **Total Dosage:** This 19-day cycle involves consuming a total of 1000 Pippali fruits (hence \"Pippali Sahasra Rasayana\").\n* **Administration:** Pippali is taken with milk.\n* **Post-Digestion Diet:** After the daily dose is digested, Shashtika rice with cow's ghee is recommended.\n\n**Dosage Forms Based on Strength:**\n\n| Strength Level | Pippali Form | Rationale |\n|---|---|---| \n| High (Balavan) | Paste (Pishta) | Strong digestive capacity can handle the concentrated form. |\n| Medium (Madhyabal) | Decoction (Shruta) | Easier to digest than paste, suitable for moderate digestive strength. |\n| Low (Alpabal) | Powder (Churna) | Finest form, easiest to digest for weaker individuals. |\n\n**Dosage Adjustments:**\n\nWhile the classic protocol starts with 10 Pippali fruits, adjustments can be made based on individual strength:\n\n* **Superior Dosage:** 10 fruits (for strong individuals)\n* **Medium Dosage:** 6 fruits\n* **Inferior Dosage:** 3 fruits (for weaker individuals)\n\n**Benefits of Pippali Rasayana:**\n\n* **Brihmana:** Promotes healthy weight gain.\n* **Svaryama:** Improves voice quality and strength.\n* **Ayushya:** Enhances lifespan.\n* **Plihodara Vinashana:** Reduces spleen and abdominal enlargement.\n* **Vayasah Sthapana:** Supports healthy aging.\n* **Medhya:** Improves intellect and cognitive function.\n\n**Important Considerations:**\n\n* **Dosha and Disease:** The specific dosage and form of Pippali should be adjusted based on the individual's Dosha imbalance and any underlying diseases.  This requires a proper Ayurvedic diagnosis.\n* **Guidance:** This Rasayana therapy should be undertaken under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner."}
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