Bolus Oil (Pindataila)

Modern description

A medicated oil used for massage to relieve pain and inflammation, particularly in conditions like gout and arthritis.

Purpose

To alleviate the pain of gout through massage.

Indications

• Burning sensation, especially of the extremities (palms and soles), gout (Vata Rakta), skin disorders with burning sensation, ulcers, wounds, fractures, inflammatory joint conditions, general pain relief, muscle weakness, blood disorders

Classical indications

• Pain of gout

Karma

• Vatahara
• Pittahara
• Raktaprasadana
• Vranaropana
• Shothahara

Key ingredients

• Manjistha
• Sariva
• Taila
• Dadhi
• Madhuchishta
• Laksha

Adult dose

For external application, apply liberally to the affected area. For internal use (less common, and only under medical supervision) 5-10 ml may be used.

Pediatric dose

Apply sparingly and massage gently

Preparation steps

• Collection of raw materials.
• Cleaning and drying of ingredients.
• Preparation of Kalka (paste) of prescribed drugs.
• Mixing the Kalka with Taila (oil) and Drava (liquid).
• Heating the mixture at specific temperature until all moisture is evaporated.
• Filtering the Taila and allowing it to cool.
• Testing and packaging.

Safety contraindications

• Avoid in conditions with excess Kapha or Ama.