Chandanadi Taila is an ayurvedic taila preparation which is used to treat Daha (Burning sensation), Murcha, Shiro graha (Headache), Kamala (Jaundice), Adhyaroga, Raktapitta (Bleeding disorders), Pradara (leucorrhoea), Pitta Roga, Visarpa (Herpes). It can be used as an Oral Intake and for abhyanga.
The Contents —
- Prapoundrika — Lotus
- Manjishta — Rubia cordifolia
- Dhataki — Woodfordia fruiticosa
- Padmakesara — Lotus stamen
- Kumuda — Nymphaea stellata
- Utpala — Nelumbo nucifera
- Saluka (Kamala kanda)
- Mrinala — Lotus stalk
- Bisa
- Padmaka — Prunus puddum
- Ananta — Hemidismus indicus
- Kusa — Desmostachya bipinnata
- Kasa — Saccharum spontaneum
- Ikshu — Saccharum officinarum
- Kshiri sringa and Valkala
- Jeevaniya gana dravya
- Tila taila
- Chandana — Santalum album
- Udichya — Pavonia odorata
- Nalada (Jatamansi) — Nardostachys jatamansi
- Dhatri (Amalaka) — Emblica officinalis
- Yashtyahwa (Yashtimadhu) — Glycyrrhiza glabra
- Sariva — Hemidismus indicus
- Bala — Sida cordifolia
- Ksheera — Milk
- Brahmi Swarasa — Bacopa monnieri
- Shatavari Swarasa — Asparagus racemosus
- Kumari Swarasa — Aloe vera
- Narikelambu
The Uses —
- Used for Nasya Treatment to relieve Daha (Burning sensation), Murcha (Dizziness), Shiro graha (Headache).
- Used In Abhyanga for Kamala (Jaundice), Visarpa (Herpes), and Rakta pitta (Bleeding disorders).
- Used for intake in Pradara (leucorrhoea)
Usage —
- Nasya — 2 – 5 Drops
- Internal Administration — 2 – 3 ml with warm water or warm milk
- Abhyanga — As required
Side effects —
- High dose might cause Loose motions
- Should be taken under strict medical supervision
Refererence —
Sahasra Yoga Taila Prakarana
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