Elayugma Group (Elayugma)
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Wound healing (oil).
Modern description
Elayugma is a group of herbs used in oil and decoction forms, primarily for wound healing and massage.
Purpose
Wound healing (oil).
Indications
- Indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal distension, cough, cold, respiratory congestion, nausea, vomiting, tastelessness.
- Wounds
- Ulcers
Karma
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Vatahara
- Kapha Shamaka
- Rochana
- Vranaropana (wound healing)
Key ingredients
- Ela
Adult dose
1-3 grams
Pediatric dose
As per physician. Consider age, strength, digestive capacity, and disease state. Generally, reduce adult dose based on age.
Preparation steps
- Gather all the ingredients required for Elayugma formulation.
- Clean and prepare the herbs by drying them appropriately.
- If using fresh herbs, extract the juice or prepare a decoction.
- For oil-based preparation, heat the base oil (e.g., sesame oil) in a large vessel.
- Add the herbal extracts or powdered herbs to the heated oil.
- Maintain a simmer and stir the mixture continuously to avoid burning.
- Continue heating until all the moisture evaporates and only the oil remains.
- Filter the oil through a clean cloth to remove any solid particles.
- Allow the oil to cool down completely.
- Store the prepared Elayugma oil in a clean, airtight container, away from sunlight and moisture.
Safety contraindications
- Avoid in cases of severe burns or infected wounds without proper medical supervision.
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya.
- Ayurvedic Formulary of India (AFI), Part I & II, Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
- Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Sharangadhara Samhita, and Sahasrayogam clinical guidelines.
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