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Gruhadhoomadi choornam/ Grihadhoomadi Lepa

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Gruhadhoomadi choornam/ Grihadhoomadi Lepa

Gruhadhoomadi choornam/ Grihadhoomadi Lepa – Indication,Method of usage, Side effects, Ingredient, Method of preparation, Reference, Ayurvedic properties

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Gruhadhoomadi Lepa Churna is an Ayurvedic medicine, in herbal powder form. It is used in paste form along with water to treat pain associated with gout.

Gruhadhoomadi Lepa Churnam Indications: It is used in Ayurvedic treatment of Useful in pain, swelling and burning sensation associated with(Vata Rakta)gouty arthritis. It is made into paste along with water and applied locally.

 

Ingredients:

SI No Sanskrit name Botanical Name Quantity
1 Gruhadhooma Carbon of Kitchen chimney 1 Part
2 Vacha Alphenia calcaratta 1 Part
3 Kusta Saussurea lappa 1 Part
4 Shatahwa Anethum sowa 1 Part
5 Haridra Curcuma longa 1 Part
6 Daruharidra Berberis aristata 1 Part

Method of Preparation: The above ingredients are powdered separately and mixed together in specified quantity.

Method of usage: This preparation is used only for External use, Sufficient quantity of Gruhadhoomaadi choornam mixed hot water or any other suitable solvent and applied over the affected area. Application should be removed when it is completely dried.

Side effects: Rarely it may produce skin allergic reaction like irritation, redness and itching, Used under medical supervision.

 

Reference : Astangahrudayam Chikitsastana-Vatashoonitachikitsa 22/35

Ayurvedic properties of Gruhadhoomadi choornam / Grihadhoomadi Lepa:

Roga karma: Kapha pradhana vatarakta, shoolahara.

Dosha karma: Kaphavatahara.

Effect on Tridosha – Calms Vata and Kapha

Other karma: Srotoshodana, Shophahara

Nimba haridradi Churnam

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Nimba haridradi Churnam

Nimba haridradi Churnam

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Nimbaharidradi churnam is an Ayurvedic medicine in herbal powder form, used for the treatment of skin disorders such as eczema, erysipelas, scabies, allergic dermatitis etc. Used for external application

Uses of Nimbaharidradi Churnam:
Useful in eczema, erysipelas, scabies, dermatitis, diabetic carbuncle, pruritis, psoriasis, sinus, non healing wounds and insect bites.
Also useful in herpes.

Roga karma- Kandu, pitaka, kota, kusta, shotha.

Ingredients of Nimbaharidradi Churnam:
Nimbapatra (Azadirachta indica)- 1 part
Haridra (Curcuma longa)- 1 part
Daruharidra (Berberis aristata)- 1 part
Tulasi[Suras] (Osimum sanctum)- 1 part
Patola (Trichosanthes dioica)- 1 part
Kusta (Sausurrea lappa)- 1 part
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)- 1 part
Devadaru (Cedrus deodara)- 1 part
Shigru (Moringa oleifera)- 1 part
Sweta sarshapa (Brassica campestris) – – 1 part
Thumburudanya[Thejabala] (Zanthoxylum limonella)- 1 part
Vanya[Musta] (Cyperus rotendus)- 1 part
Chanda[Chora pushpi] (Chrysopogon aciculatus)- 1 part

 

Reference : Astangahradayam Kustachikitsa 19: 65-66

Method of use: powder mixed with buttermilk and applied over affected part or as directed by the physician.

Dosage of Nimbaharidradi Choornam: This product is meant for external application.

Ayurvedic properties of Nimbaharidradi Churna :

Roga karma: Kandu, pitaka, kota, kusta, shotha.

Other karma: Lekhana

Dosha karma- Kaphapittahara, Effect on Tridosha – Balances Kapha and Pitta Dosha.

Nimbadi Choorna

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Nimbadi Choorna

Nimba means neem, which is the main ingredient. Nimbadi churna is a mixture of 19 types of herbal powder along with salt, kshara etc. It is used in the Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases, gout etc.

  • It is used in the Ayurvedic treatment of skin diseases, gout, leukoderma, skin eruptions, psoriasis, urticaria, eczema, vitiligo, psoriasis, swelling, liver and spleen disorders.
  • It heals chronic non-healing wounds, as in case of diabetic wounds
  • It heals non healing in case of ulcers rheumatoid arthritis
  • It is used in spleen disorders
  • It relieves joint inflammation caused due to rheumatoid arthritis.
  • It improves skin texture and complexion, if used for one month time.

Dose : 2 to 4 grams, twice daily before or after food before or after food as directed by physician. Adjuvent( Anupana): Along with guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) decoction.

Side effects: Heavy dose may induce mild gastric irritation, Used with caution in hypertensive patients as it contain salt. Special care is required while administering this medicine in men undergoing treatment for infertility. Because it contains Kshara as an ingredient

Ingredients:

SI No Sanskrit name Botanical Name/ Common name Quantity
1 Nimbi Azadiracta indica 4 Parts
2 Amritha Tinospora cordifolia 4 Parts
3 Abaya(haritaki) Terminalia chebula 4 Parts
4 Dhatri(amalaki) Emblica officinalis 4 Parts
5 Somaraji(bakuchi) Psoralea corylifolia 4 Parts
6 Shunti Zingiber officinalis 1 Part
7 Vidanga Embelia ribes 1 Part
8 Edagaja(chakramarda) Cassia tora 1 Part
9 Kana(pippali) Piper longum 1 Part
10 Yamani(yavani) Trachyspermum ammi 1 Part
11 Ugragandha(vacha) Acorus calamus 1 Part
12 Jeeraka Cuminum cyminum 1 Part
13 Katuka Picrorrhiza kurroa 1 Part
14 Khadira Acacia catechu 1 Part
15 Saindava lavana Rock salt 1 Part
16 Yava kshara Alkali(prepared out of yava) 1 Part
17 Haridra Curcuma longa 1 Part
18 Daruharidra Berberis aristata 1 Part
19 Mustha Cyperus rotundus 1 Part
20 Devadaru Cedrus deodara 1 Part
21 Kushta Saussurea lappa 1 Part

Method of preparation: The above ingredients are powdered separately and mixed together in specified quantity.

Shelf life period: Around 6 month.

Reference : Bhaishajyaratnavali vataraktachikitsa prakarana 27 / 28-35.

Ayurvedic properties of Nimbadi churna:

Roga karma: Vatarakta, shwithra, audumbara kusta, kota, charmadala, sidma, pama, vipluta, kandu, vicharchika, dadrumandala, kittiba, amavatha, ama shotha, udara, pliha, gulma, pandu, kamala, kandu and vrana.

Dosha karma: Tridoshahara, especially kaphapittahara.

Agni karma: Deepana, pachana.

Other karma: Raktadushtihara, lekhana and srothoshodana.

Eladi Choorna

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Eladi Choorna

Pronunciation:- Eladi choornam, Eladi Choorna, Eladi Chooran etc.

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There are two types of Elaadi Choorna’s available which is having entirely different actions.

(Eladi gana churna) with 27 ingredients :-This type of Eladi Choornam has its reference from the Astangahradayam text book which is used for Skin Disorders, it can be used externally as well as internally.

First Type:- Indication: Used in skin diseases, itching, rashes, boil, insect bite, improves skin complexion.

Method of use: For external application sufficient quantity of powder mixed with milk or oil and applied over the skin. For internally ½ to 1 teaspoon of powder along with buttermilk two or three times a day before or after food as directed by the physician.

Side effects: No known side effects. Used under medical supervision.

Ingredients:

SiNo Sanskrit name Quantity
1 Ela 1Part
2 Sukshmela(Small) 1Part
3 Turushka 1Part
4 Kusta 1Part
5 Phalini 1Part
6 Jatamamsi 1Part
7 jala(Netrabala) 1Part
8 Dyamaka(Sugandhi trina) 1Part
9 Sprikk 1Part
10 Kacchora 1Part
11 Chocha(Dalchinni) 1Part
12 Patra 1Part
13 Tagara 1Part
14 Sthouneya 1Part
15 Jatirasa 1Part
16 Sukti 1Part
17 Vyagranaka 1Part
18 Surahva 1Part
19 Agaru 1Part
20 Srivasaka 1Part
21 Kumkuma 1Part
22 Chandana 1Part
23 Guggulu 1Part
24 Devadaru 1Part
25 Khapura 1Part
26 Punnaga 1Part
27 Nagahva(nagakesara) 1Part

Method of Preparation: The above ingredients are powdered separately and mixed together in specified quantity.

Method of Storage: stored in airtight container in dryplace.

Shelf life period: Around 6 month.

Reference : Astangahradayam Sutrastana Shodanadigana 15: 43-44.

Ayurvedic properties:

Roga karma: Visha, varnaprasadana, kandu, pitaka, kota.

Dosha karma: Vatakaphahara

Other Karma: Twachya, raktadustihara, kandughna.

 

Second Type:- Eladi churnam for digestive system complaints:- This type of Eladi Choornam has its from reference Sahasrayogam text book.

Eladi Choornam ingredients –

Ela (Cardamom), Cinnamon, Nagakesara, Pepper, Long pepper, Ginger, – all in the gradually increasing proportion.

Fine powders of these spices are mixed together and kept inside a container.

Eladi Churna benefits –

Eladi Churna is traditionally used in the treatment of excessive salivation, anorexia, vomiting, pain abdomen and throat discomfort.

Those who complain of throat irritation and phlegm when they get up in the morning, they can take a small pinch of this powder with honey or hot water at night, after food.

Effect on Dosha – Balances Kapha and Vata at the level of oral cavity, stomach and intestines. May cause increase of Pitta.

Eladi Churna dose – 1 – 3 grams with sugar.

Diabetic people may take it along with water.

Eladi Choornam is advised after food.

Eladi Choornam side effects – People with gastritis and peptic ulcer may feel burning sensation in stomach and increased gastric irritation.

Care should be taken in chlidren and pregnant women.

 

Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Nail fungus

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Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Nail fungus

Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Nail fungus

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Nail fungus is an infection that gets in through cracks in your nail or cuts in your skin. It can make your toenail change color or get thicker. It can also hurt. Because toes are often warm and damp, fungus grows well there. Different kinds of fungi and sometimes yeast affect different parts of the nail. Left untreated, an infection could spread to other toenails, skin, or even your fingernails.

The older you are, the better your chances are, too. People who have diabetes, athlete’s foot, or a weak immune system, who smoke, or whose family members have it are also at a higher risk. If you spend a lot of time in the water or you’ve injured your toenail, your odds for getting toenail fungus go up.

Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Nail fungus

Keep your foot nails clean and dry always

Mix pulp of Aloe vera with Turmeric and tie it over the nails

Mix a few drops of Tea tree oil in 1 teaspoon of Olive oil or Coconut oil. Apply the mixture on the affected nail and leave it for 10 minutes. Do this 2 to 3 times a day.

Raw turmeric should be rubbed with Neem Oil and apply two times daily

Mix one part of white Vinegar with two parts of warm water. Soak the affected nail in this solution for 10 to 15 minutes. Wash it off and dry the area thoroughly. Repeat this twice a day until the fungus is disappeared.

Make a paste of Borax and Neem leaf and apply

Crush Garlic into fine paste and mix it with white Vinegar. Soak the finger in this mixture for some time.

Mix Quick lime with Jaggery and apply

Squeeze Lemon juice around the affected nail and leave it for 15 minutes. Later clean it thoroughly with water.

Mix Mehandi with turmeric and apply

Mix 5 drops each of Lavender oil and Tea tree oil. Apply this on the affected surrounding nail. Leave it for at least 10 minutes, wash it off and dry thoroughly. Repeat this 2 to 3 times a day.

Mix salt with Olive oil and apply

Take some amount of Coconut oil and massage gently on the affected nail. Allow it to absorb and dry naturally. Do it 2 to 3 times a day until it cures.

Sealing wax(Shellac) is grinded in ghee prepared from buffalo milk. This should be mixed Sealing wax(Shellac) and paste of Vishnukrantha and is applied

Take the extract of Olive leaf and apply this on the infected nail. Repeat the process to get relief.

Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Itching

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Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Itching

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Itching in skin can be caused due to any type of infection in blood, skin etc

Allergy can also result in itching

Intake of Incompatible food substance together(Apathya Ahara)(Sea foods)etc

Excess exposure to climatic variations

Excess intake of spicy, sour, Non – Vegetarian food substances

Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Itching

Avoid intake of Incompatible food substances

Crush some Peppermint leaves and rub them directly on the itchy area.

Avoid excess intake of spicy, sour, Non – Vegetarian food substances

Cut open Aloe Vera plant leaf and take the inside gel. Apply and rub this gel on the irritating skin.

Avoid excess exposure to sunlight and cold

Take Lemon and squeeze out little juice over the itchy area. Allow it to dry and soon finds some relief.

Factors causing allergy like clothes, curtains, bed sheets, food items etc should be analysed and removed if it is the actual reason

Add 1 part of water to 3 parts of Baking soda to make a paste. Then apply this to the itchy area. (Don’t use this on the broken skin)

Take some Tulsi leave and crush them for juice. Rub this on the skin directly.

For whole body itching, add 2 to 3 cups of Apple Cider Vinegar to lukewarm bath water. Soak yourself in this water for 15 to 30 minutes.

Mix 2 teaspoons each of Cinnamon powder and Honey well. Apply this on the affected area and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes. Later wash it off with water and repeat this 3 times a day.

Take 6 tablespoons of Coconut oil and mix 4 tablespoons of Lemon juice. Heat the mixture till it turns lukewarm. Apply on the affected area and leave it overnight

Take 3 tablespoons of Corn starch and add water to make paste. Apply this on the itchy area and leave it for 15 minutes. Later wash it off with water. Do this 3 times a day.

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