Tiktashatpala

Modern description

Tiktashatpala Ghrita is a medicated ghee used in the treatment of skin diseases, especially Kushtha (leprosy/chronic skin conditions). It helps in detoxification and improves digestion.

Purpose

Effective when ghee is cooked with minimal processing

Indications

• Skin diseases, blood disorders, liver disorders, digestive impairment, fever, inflammatory conditions, general detoxification.

Classical indications

• Kushtha

Karma

• Pittahara
• Raktashodhaka
• Deepana
• Pachana

Key ingredients

• Based on common understanding
• Tiktashatpala typically includes: Kutki
• Nimba
• Patola
• Amalaki
• Haritaki
• Bibhitaki

Adult dose

3-6 grams

Pediatric dose

2.5-5 ml

Preparation steps

• Collection of herbs.
• Preparation of Kalka (paste) and Kwatha (decoction) of the herbs.
• Mixing Kalka, Kwatha, and Ghrita (ghee).
• Heating the mixture until all moisture evaporates and only ghee remains, infused with the herbs' essence.

Safety contraindications

• Avoid in severe Vata aggravation, or as directed by a physician.