Kurukulla

Modern description

Kurukulla is associated with mantras and treatments for snake bites, indicating detoxification and wound healing properties. In Vajrayana Buddhism, Kurukulla is a semi-wrathful red goddess associated with magnetizing, attraction, influence, and the power of awakened compassion.

Purpose

Used in the treatment of snake bites.

Indications

• Snake bite
• Poisoning
• Inflammation

Classical indications

• Sarpa Visha (snake poison)
• Visha Roga (general poisoning)
• Shotha (inflammation/swelling)

Karma

• Vishaghna
• Shothahara

Key ingredients

• No classical Ayurvedic formulation named "Kurukulla" exists in well-known texts . It is likely a proprietary or modern formulation.

Adult dose

1-3 grams, or as directed by the physician

Pediatric dose

Reduce adult dose proportionally, consult physician

Preparation steps

• Detailed preparation steps are not available in classical texts; generally involves grinding the ingredient(s) into a fine powder.

Safety contraindications

• Specific contraindications are not available; general caution advised in pregnancy, lactation, and children.