Nakhtamaalaja
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Treatment of Medo'arbuda etc.
Modern description
Oil formulation with Nakhtamala and pungent herbs used to treat Medo'arbuda (fatty tumors) and skin conditions.
Purpose
Treatment of Medo'arbuda etc.
Indications
- Skin diseases (Kushta), worm infestations (Krimi), digestive disorders, wounds (Vrana), itching (Kandu), inflammation (Shotha). Specific indications depend heavily on the additional herbs present.
- Medo'arbuda (fatty tumors)
Classical indications
- Medo'arbuda etc.
Karma
- Kaphahara
- Vatahara
- Pittahara
- Deepana
- Pachana
- Krimighna
- Kushtaghna
- Vranahara
- Shothahara
Key ingredients
- Nimba
- or Vasa depending on the specific purpose. Quantities vary widely between different formulations.
- Exact formulation unknown
- likely contains Nakhtamala (Karanja
- possibly with other herbs like Triphala
Adult dose
5-10 ml, once or twice daily. Highly dependent on the specific formulation and individual health condition.
Pediatric dose
For external application
Preparation steps
- Collection of raw materials.
- Drying and pulverization of the herbs.
- Mixing of the powdered herbs in the prescribed ratio.
- Heating the base oil.
- Adding the herbal mixture to the oil and simmering for a specific duration.
- Filtering the oil to remove solid particles.
- Cooling and bottling the medicated oil.
Safety contraindications
- Not suitable for pregnant women and infants without consulting a physician.
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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