Vishavapam
Cure for Leprosy
Modern description
An oil used for massage and oral administration in the treatment of leprosy and various skin conditions.
Purpose
Cure for Leprosy and skin disorders
Indications
- Agantuja visha (exogenous poisoning)
- Ama Dosha
- Indigestion
- Abdominal colic
- Vata-Kapha disorders
- Leprosy
Classical indications
- Leprosy
- Kushtha (skin diseases)
Karma
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Pachana (digestive)
- Vata-Kapha Shamaka (pacifies Vata and Kapha)
- Shoolahara (pain reliever)
- Vishaghna (anti-toxic)
Key ingredients
- Water
- Purified Vatsanabha
- Sunthi
- Maricha
- Pippali
- Saindhava Lavana
Adult dose
5-10 ml (or as directed by a physician) depending on the severity of the condition and patient's Prakriti.
Pediatric dose
Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner
Preparation steps
- Collection of authentic raw materials.
- Shodhana (purification) of ingredients, if required.
- Preparation of a decoction or paste of the ingredients as per classical guidelines.
- Mixing the paste with the base oil (e.g., sesame oil).
- Heating the mixture under specific temperature and time conditions (Snehapaka).
- Filtering the oil to remove any solid particles.
- Allowing the oil to cool down.
- Testing the oil for quality control parameters.
- Packaging and storing in airtight containers.
Safety contraindications
- Not suitable for individuals with severe Pitta imbalances or bleeding disorders.