Thousand Times Processed Oil (Sahasrapaka Taila)
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Unsurpassed potency, fit for a king.
Modern description
A potent Vata-pacifying oil processed a thousand times, traditionally used for rejuvenation and treating Vata disorders, suitable even for kings.
Purpose
Unsurpassed potency, fit for a king.
Indications
- Paralysis, facial paralysis, hemiplegia, arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, nerve disorders, muscle weakness, wasting diseases, general debility. Useful in post-natal care for strengthening the mother.
- Neurological disorders
- Muscle and joint stiffness
Classical indications
- Vata disorders
- Neurological disorders
- Musculoskeletal disorders
Karma
- Vatahara
- Balya
- Pushtida
- Vranaropana
Key ingredients
- Base
- processed in Sesame oil
- repeated many times
Adult dose
5-10 ml for internal use. External application as needed.
Pediatric dose
Consult a physician
Preparation steps
- Prepare Kalka (paste) of Bala moola (Sida cordifolia).
- Prepare Kwatha (decoction) of Bala moola.
- Mix Bala moola Kalka, Bala moola Kwatha, Go-Ksheera (cow milk), and Tila Taila (sesame oil).
- Boil the mixture and then simmer until only oil remains.
- Allow the mixture to cool and then filter to obtain the Ksheerabala Taila.
- Repeat the process for 100 times (Shatapaka) or 1000 times (Sahasrapaka).
Safety contraindications
- Skin allergies, open wounds, or extreme sensitivity to herbal oils.
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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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