Kurukulla
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Used in the treatment of snake bites.
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.
Related formulations
Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Sushruta Samhita.
- 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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