Nilini Ghee
Medically Reviewed by Ayuveda Clinical Team (Lead Medical Reviewer: Dr. Nitin Mohite, BAMS, MBA • Medical Logic Developer, UK • Clinical Profile • LinkedIn).
To be consumed, along with Tailvaka ghee, or mixed oil.
Modern description
A ghee formulation with Nilini (Indigofera tinctoria) as a key ingredient, often used as a part of a comprehensive treatment approach.
Purpose
To be consumed, along with Tailvaka ghee, or mixed oil.
Indications
- Skin diseases, especially those with discoloration or hyperpigmentation, burning sensation, eczema, allergic dermatitis. Useful for improving skin complexion and managing pitta-related skin disorders.
Karma
- Varnya (Improves complexion)
- Pittashamaka (Pacifies Pitta)
- Raktaprasadana (Improves blood quality)
Key ingredients
- Nilini juice
- Ghee
Adult dose
5-10 ml once or twice a day
Pediatric dose
2.5-5 ml, twice a day
Preparation steps
- Collection of ingredients
- Proper weighing and measuring of each ingredient
- Heating ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan
- Adding Nilini (Indigofera tinctoria) to the ghee
- Simmering the mixture over low heat until the desired consistency is achieved
- Filtering the mixture to remove solid particles
- Cooling and storing in an airtight container
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Classical & Scientific References
- Classical source treatise: Ashtanga Hridaya, Udarachikitsa Adhyaya 15, Verse 38.
- 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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